Retail Securities Exam (RSE)
The Retail Securities Exam (RSE) by CIRO is the core proficiency requirement for client-facing investment roles, including advisors who provide product recommendations and suitability assessments. The exam evaluates applied competency across KYC, KYP, client suitability, investment products, portfolio construction, taxation, compliance, and ethical decision-making.
The RSE emphasizes real-world scenarios, requiring candidates to interpret client profiles, identify red flags, assess risk tolerance and capacity, compare products, and apply CFR-aligned recommendations. To pass, focus on core areas such as KYC/KYP, suitability analysis, mutual funds and ETFs, conflicts of interest, and advisor conduct. Strengthen your preparation with case studies, MCQs, and practice tools that mirror the competency-based exam format.
RSE Exam Prep Course
Practical, Competency-Focused, Built for Real Advisory Scenarios
Prepare for the RSE with a streamlined, multi-modal program designed for learners who need clarity, structure, and real-world application. Access instructor-led video lessons for every RSE competency, a full podcast series, and optional printed notes for deeper reinforcement. Learn smarter with interactive mind maps, suitability decision charts, and simple product-comparison tools that make KYC/KYP intuitive.
Build exam confidence with a large bank of case-based MCQs, red-flag scenarios, and realistic suitability assessments modelled on the RSE format. And when you need help interpreting a client scenario late at night, the 24/7 AI Tutor—trained on the RSE curriculum—is there to guide you. Clear, direct, and scenario-driven—everything you need to pass the RSE with confidence.