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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: CII I11 Exam

75 questions

CII I11 is assessed by 75 multiple choice questions

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2 hours

Time allowed for the I11 multiple choice exam

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70%

Nominal pass mark for the I11 exam

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15 credits

I11 is a Level 3 unit worth 15 CII credits

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60 study hours

Recommended study time for the I11 unit

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6 outcomes

The I11 syllabus has six learning outcomes from risk concept to business continuity

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About 86%

Reported 2025 pass rate for the I11 unit

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100

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CII I11 Introduction to Risk Management is a Level 3, 15-credit unit assessed by 75 multiple choice questions in 2 hours with a nominal 70% pass mark. It covers six learning outcomes: the concept of risk, risk identification and analysis, risk evaluation, risk treatment, risk management in practice (including enterprise risk management and governance), and business continuity management. The CII recommends about 60 study hours, and the 2025 pass rate was roughly 86%. I11 counts towards the CII Certificate in Insurance and carries credits into the Diploma. This 100-question bank gives original multiple choice practice modelled on the current I11 syllabus and exam style.

Sample CII I11 Practice Questions

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1In risk management terminology, which term best describes the cause of a loss, such as fire, flood or theft?
A.Hazard
B.Peril
C.Exposure
D.Frequency
Explanation: A peril is the actual cause of a loss - for example fire, flood, storm or theft. It is distinct from a hazard, which is a condition that increases the likelihood or severity of a peril operating.
2A factory stores large quantities of flammable solvents next to its electrical switchroom. This condition is best classified as a:
A.Peril
B.Physical hazard
C.Moral hazard
D.Speculative risk
Explanation: A physical hazard is a tangible feature of the risk that increases the likelihood or severity of a loss. Storing flammable solvents near electrical equipment is a physical condition that raises the chance and potential severity of fire.
3An insured deliberately leaves a building unsecured because they are insured and are not concerned about a possible theft. This attitude is an example of:
A.Physical hazard
B.Moral hazard
C.Fundamental risk
D.Pure peril
Explanation: Moral hazard arises from the attitudes, conduct and carelessness of people. An insured who behaves carelessly because they have insurance is displaying moral hazard, which increases the likelihood of a claim.
4Which of the following is a characteristic of a PURE risk?
A.It offers the possibility of profit or loss
B.Its only possible outcomes are loss or no loss
C.It always affects whole communities
D.It can never be insured
Explanation: A pure risk has only two possible outcomes: a loss or no loss (the break-even position). There is no opportunity for gain. Fire, theft and accidental injury are examples, and pure risks are generally insurable.
5A company invests in launching a new product, knowing the venture may succeed or fail financially. This is best described as a:
A.Pure risk
B.Speculative risk
C.Particular risk
D.Fundamental hazard
Explanation: A speculative risk carries the possibility of gain, loss or breaking even. Business decisions such as launching a product or making an investment are speculative because they may produce a profit or a loss.
6A widespread economic recession that affects employment across an entire country is best classified as a:
A.Particular risk
B.Fundamental risk
C.Pure hazard
D.Speculative peril
Explanation: A fundamental risk arises from causes outside the control of any one individual and affects large groups or society as a whole - for example recession, earthquake or pandemic. Such risks are often considered uninsurable in the private market.
7A single house catching fire because of faulty wiring affects only that household. In terms of scope, this is a:
A.Fundamental risk
B.Particular risk
C.Speculative risk
D.Systemic risk
Explanation: A particular risk arises from individual causes and has localised effects, affecting specific people rather than society as a whole. A single property fire is a classic particular risk and is generally insurable.
8Which term describes the amount and type of risk that an organisation is willing to accept in pursuit of its objectives?
A.Risk tolerance
B.Risk appetite
C.Risk capacity
D.Risk register
Explanation: Risk appetite is the amount and type of risk an organisation is prepared to seek, accept or retain to achieve its objectives. It guides decisions about which risks to take and how much to treat.
9The maximum amount of risk that an organisation is able to bear, given its financial and operational resources, is known as its:
A.Risk appetite
B.Risk capacity
C.Risk tolerance
D.Residual risk
Explanation: Risk capacity is the maximum level of risk an organisation can absorb given its resources, capital and obligations. It sets an outer boundary; appetite (how much risk it wants) should sit within capacity.
10An individual or organisation that is reluctant to take on uncertainty and prefers known outcomes is described as being:
A.Risk seeking
B.Risk averse
C.Risk neutral
D.Risk financing
Explanation: A risk-averse attitude means preferring certainty and avoiding or minimising risk where possible, often accepting a lower expected return to reduce uncertainty. This attitude shapes how much risk an organisation chooses to retain.

About the CII I11 Exam

I11 Introduction to Risk Management is a Level 3, 15-credit optional unit of the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) that counts towards the Certificate in Insurance and can carry credits into the Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Insurance. It introduces the core concepts of risk and the end-to-end risk management process - identifying, analysing, evaluating, treating and monitoring risk - together with enterprise risk management, governance, risk financing and business continuity. The exam is 75 multiple choice questions in 2 hours with a nominal 70% pass mark, delivered by remote invigilation or at a test centre. The 2026 study text edition applies to exams sat from 1 January to 31 December 2026.

Assessment

75 multiple choice questions across six learning outcomes: the concept of risk; identifying and analysing risk; evaluating risk; treating risk; how risk is managed in practice; and business continuity management.

Time Limit

2 hours (120 minutes).

Passing Score

Nominal pass mark of 70%, set using the CII's standard setting process so the exact mark can vary slightly per exam window.

Exam Fee

Purchased as a CII unit enrolment. On the 2025/26 fee schedule, general insurance enrolment-only units are typically around £155 for members and around £210 for non-members; confirm the current I11 price on the CII unit page. (Chartered Insurance Institute (CII))

CII I11 Exam Content Outline

15%

The concept of risk

Definitions and components of risk, the distinction between peril and hazard, physical and moral hazard, fundamental versus particular risk, pure versus speculative risk, and how risk attitude, appetite and tolerance influence organisational decisions.

20%

Risk identification and analysis

Methods of identifying risk, internal and external sources, categories such as operational, financial, strategic and hazard risk, qualitative and quantitative analysis, frequency and severity, and tools including risk registers, checklists and heat maps.

15%

Risk evaluation

Measuring, ranking and prioritising risks using likelihood and impact, the risk matrix, expected value and probability, and comparing residual exposures against the organisation's risk appetite and tolerance to decide which risks need action.

20%

Risk treatment and control

The four Ts of risk treatment - tolerate, treat, transfer and terminate - alongside loss prevention and reduction, physical and procedural controls, and risk financing through insurance, retention, self-insurance and captives.

20%

Risk management in practice

The risk management process and framework, enterprise risk management (ERM), corporate governance and the three lines of defence, risk culture, monitoring and reporting, and how risk management relates to and is supported by insurance.

10%

Business continuity management

Business impact analysis, business continuity and disaster recovery planning, crisis management and incident response, and how business continuity integrates with the wider risk management framework and insurance arrangements.

How to Pass the CII I11 Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Nominal pass mark of 70%, set using the CII's standard setting process so the exact mark can vary slightly per exam window.
  • Assessment: 75 multiple choice questions across six learning outcomes: the concept of risk; identifying and analysing risk; evaluating risk; treating risk; how risk is managed in practice; and business continuity management.
  • Time limit: 2 hours (120 minutes).
  • Exam fee: Purchased as a CII unit enrolment. On the 2025/26 fee schedule, general insurance enrolment-only units are typically around £155 for members and around £210 for non-members; confirm the current I11 price on the CII unit page.

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

CII I11 Study Tips from Top Performers

1Learn the precise CII definitions early - peril versus hazard, pure versus speculative risk and fundamental versus particular risk are tested directly and the wrong distractor often swaps these terms.
2Memorise the risk management process in order (identify, analyse, evaluate, treat, monitor) so process questions are quick, and link each stage to its main tools.
3Drill the four Ts of risk treatment - tolerate, treat, transfer, terminate - and be able to match a scenario to the most appropriate response.
4Understand risk financing options (insurance, retention, self-insurance, captives) and when each is suitable, since several questions test the difference between control and financing.
5Use the official Knowledge Checker and time yourself at roughly 90 seconds per question so you can complete all 75 questions inside the 2 hours.
6Make sure you can explain enterprise risk management, the three lines of defence and business impact analysis, as these higher-weighted practice topics recur across the later learning outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the CII I11 exam and how long is it?

I11 has 75 multiple choice questions and a time limit of 2 hours. Every question is objective multiple choice; there is no written or essay component.

What is the pass mark for I11?

The nominal pass mark is 70%. The CII uses a standard setting process, so the exact pass mark for a particular exam window can vary slightly around 70%.

Is I11 a multiple choice exam?

Yes. I11 is assessed entirely by 75 multiple choice questions delivered by remote invigilation or at a test centre, with no coursework or written paper.

What does I11 count towards?

I11 is a Level 3, 15-credit optional unit that counts towards the CII Certificate in Insurance and can carry credits into the Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Insurance.

How long does it take to prepare for I11?

The CII recommends around 60 study hours. Most candidates prepare over about 6 to 10 weeks using the study text, key facts booklet and the online Knowledge Checker of 150 questions.

Are these official CII practice questions?

No. These are original OpenExamPrep questions modelled on the published I11 syllabus and exam style. The CII provides its own study text and Knowledge Checker separately.