Overview

This course covers the regulatory requirements in selling virtual assets (VAs) and VA-related products prescribed by the SFC and the HKMA.

Note: This course is an elective module in the Certification Programme for Virtual Asset Professionals (CVAP). Participants must complete TWO elective modules. If you have not enrolled in another elective, please refer to the 'Elective Modules' section on the programme page for a list of available options. The CVAP Core Curriculum must be completed BEFORE taking any elective module. Enrolment for this course opens on 15 May 2025.

Objective

By completing this eCourse, you will be able to:
a. describe and identify VA products prescribed by the SFC;
b. describe the client suitability, product due diligence and investor characteristics requirements;
c. describe the risks and selling considerations with VA products;
d. describe the SFC and HKMA requirements for selling VA products

Content

1. What are VA products?
2. Client suitability and products due diligence
3. Investor characteristics requirements
4. Risks and selling considerations with VA products
5. SFC requirements for selling VA products
6. SFC and HKMA requirements for selling VA products

Who should attend

The course is targeted to licensed representatives who need to advise clients on securities and futures and the Compliance officers.

It is also designed for those pursuing the CVAP as an elective module.