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For all questions related to CIRO’s Proposed Proficiency Model, please visit CIRO’s webpage or email proficiency@ciro.ca.

Hours of study: 60 – 90 Hours

Enrolment Period: 1 Year

What is the DFC exam weighting?

Exam Topics Weightings
An Overview of Derivatives 3%
Futures Contracts 40%
Exchange-Traded Options 42%
Swaps 8%
How Investment Funds and Structured Products Use Derivatives 5%
Operational Considerations 2%

What is the DFC exam structure?

Structure Information
Exams 1
Exam Format Proctored (remote or in-person at a test centre)
Exam Duration 2 Hours
Question Format Multiple-choice
Questions Per Exam 65
Attempts Allowed Per Exam 3
Passing Grade 60%
Assignments None

What Continuing Education (CE) credits will you earn?

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