K MENA About FRM® Certification

FRM®

Financial Risk Manager®

There’s never been a more crucial time to stand out. As the financial industry becomes increasingly competitive, the professionals who succeed are the ones who can demonstrate their ability to add value to an organization. Earning your FRM® proves that your knowledge and skills are up to the latest international standards, and connects you to an elite network of expert risk professionals employed by the world’s leading institutions.

GARP® does not endorse, promote, review or warrant the accuracy of the products or services offered by Kaplan Professional Middle East(KPME) of GARP® Exam related information, nor does it endorse any pass rates that may be claimed by KPME. Further, GARP® is not responsible for any fees or costs paid by the user to KPME nor is GARP® responsible for any fees or costs of any person or entity providing any services to KPME. SCR®, FRM®, GARP® and Global Association of Risk Professionals™, in standard character and/or stylized form, are trademarks owned by the Global Association of Risk Professionals, Inc.

Globally recognized certification
Industry relevant curriculum
Higher Salary Advantage Globally
Diverse range of career paths

Who Should Pursue?

Whether you want to enhance the value you bring to your current role or expand your career potential, the FRM® certification will help you set a standard for excellence in your risk management career.

Eligibility

A bachelor's degree or a professional qualification is required.

Roadmap to Earn the FRM® Credential

START

PASS EXAM PART II

2 YEARS WORK EXPERIENCE

EARN THE CREDENTIAL

Exam Syllabus

Topics

Foundations of Risk Management (20%)
Quantitative Analysis (20%)
Financial Markets and Products (30%)
Valuation and Risk Models (30%)

Topics

Market Risk Measurement and Management (20%)
Credit Risk Measurement and Management (20%)
Operational Risk and Resiliency (20%)
Liquidity and Treasury Risk Measurement and Management (15%)
Risk Management and Investment Management (15%)
Current Issues in Financial Markets (10%)

Exam Format

Dates

FRM® exams are offered three times a year in May, August and November.

Format

Each part has 100 multiple choice questions.

Duration

Each part of the exam is 4 hours long.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. While the certification is highly regarded within finance and banking, many successful FRM® candidates come from diverse professional backgrounds including engineering, technology, data analytics, accounting, economics, mathematics, business administration, consulting, and others.

Yes. The majority of FRM® candidates are working professionals. Flexible learning options, recorded lectures, online study resources, practice questions, and structured review programs allow candidates to balance exam preparation with professional responsibilities.

FRM® certified professionals are sought after across a wide range of sectors where risk assessment, financial analysis, compliance, and strategic decision making are critical. Common employers include: • Commercial and Islamic banks • Investment firms and asset management companies • Fintech and digital banking organizations • Insurance and reinsurance companies • Sovereign wealth funds • Government and regulatory authorities • Management consulting firms • Credit rating agencies • Energy and infrastructure organizations • Multinational corporations with enterprise risk functions As organizations increasingly prioritize resilience, governance, and risk oversight, demand for FRM® professionals continues to grow across both public and private sectors.

Participants who successfully complete the program will receive a Certificate of Completion from Alfaisal University's Center for Executive Education and Development. Participants who independently register for and successfully pass the FRM® examination will earn the globally recognized Financial Risk Manager (FRM®) certification, awarded by the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP).

Participants will receive access to all required digital course materials. Printed (hard copy) materials are not provided. Access instructions for the digital learning resources will be shared with participants prior to the start of the program.

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