Miscellaneous
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February 10, 2026
When Do Most Candidates Really Start Revising for Their CII Exams?
Everyone revises differently, but when do CII candidates really start preparing for their exams? We asked this question in...
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February 3, 2026
The Five-Minute Rule: The Smarter Way to Learn the FCA Handbook and Pass Your CII Exams
Regulatory content can feel overwhelming when you’re preparing for CII exams. The detail matters, but remembering it under exam...
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January 27, 2026
Why Shorter Study Sessions Could Transform Your CII Exam Revision
Many candidates assume long revision sessions are best for CII exams. Read on to see why shorter, focused study...
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January 20, 2026
Eat the Frog: How to Tackle Your Toughest Revision Tasks First
Not all revision tasks are equal – some demand more focus and effort than others. This article outlines a...
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January 13, 2026
How Brand Financial Training Helped Me Pass AF5
This article is written by a recent AF5 candidate who passed AF5 shortly after R06 and shares practical insights...
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December 9, 2025
The Hidden Risks of Using AI for Exam Revision
Many students are turning to AI for help with revision, but it’s not always obvious where these tools support...
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December 2, 2025
Key Amendments Announced in the Autumn Budget 2025
In this article, we pull out the key amends announced in the Autumn Statement that you’ll need to be...
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November 11, 2025
Why Do We Put Ourselves Through Professional Exams?
Anyone who has ever studied for professional exams knows it’s not easy. Juggling revision with a full-time job often...
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November 4, 2025
What Candidates Struggle with Most in Exam Prep – and How to Overcome It
Preparing for CII exams takes more than just technical knowledge – it’s a test of focus, discipline, and endurance....
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August 12, 2025
How We Create Our CII Mock Exam Questions: A Behind-the-Scenes Look
At Brand Financial Training, we take the creation of mock exam questions seriously — because we know just how...
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August 5, 2025
Diploma to Chartered in 10 Months: A Fast Track Strategy
At Brand Financial Training, we're proud to support professionals on their journey to Chartered status. Recently, one of our...
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June 10, 2025
Why We’re Proud to Be Part of the New Talent Alliance Steering Group
At Brand Financial Training, we're passionate about supporting the next generation of financial advisers—and that's why we’re excited to...
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June 5, 2025
Will cutting Cash ISA limits be a positive move for consumers?
As speculation continues over possible changes to the UK’s ISA system, attention has turned to reports that the government...
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May 20, 2025
Supporting Employees Through Their Studies
In last week’s article, we explored the advantages for both employees and employers of supporting employees in achieving exam...
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May 13, 2025
Supporting Staff Development Through Financial Services Exams and Qualifications
Investing in employee development through financial services qualifications can deliver significant benefits for both staff and the business. While...
