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KAPLAN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTE IN SINGAPORE

Kaplan Higher Education Institute is part of Kaplan, Inc., a leading
international provider of educational and career services for
individuals, schools and businesses. Kaplan serves students of
all ages through a wide array of offerings, including higher education
and professional training. Kaplan, Inc., is a subsidiary of Graham
Holdings Company (NYSE: GHC) and its largest division. Today,
thousands of students are enrolled in Kaplan Higher Education
Institute in Singapore, pursuing part-time programmes that range
from Diplomas to Bachelors and Masters degrees.

Through collaboration with prestigious Australian and European

universities, Kaplan offers career-oriented academic programmes
designed to provide students with the skills necessary to qualify
them for employment in the fields of Accounting & Finance, Business
& Management, Communication & Media, Engineering, Hospitality
& Tourism Management, Humanities & Social Sciences, Information
Technology, Law and Nursing & Allied Health.

CHARTERED INSTITUTE FOR SECURITIES & INVESTMENT (CISI)

Chartered Institute for
Securities & Investment (CISI)
Formed in 1992 by London Stock
Exchange practitioners, the CISI
has more than 40,000 members
in 89 countries. In the past year,
almost 39,000 CISI exams were sat
in 89 countries, covering a range
of vocational qualifications.
The CISI is the largest and most widely respected professional
and membership body for those working in the securities and
investment industry in the UK and in a growing number of
financial centres globally. The Institute is committed to promoting
standards of professionalism, integrity and excellence within
the global financial services industry.
Membership underpins the core values of the Institute by
making a commitment to high standards of competence
and integrity.
For the full list of corporate supporters of the CISI, please visit
www.cisi.org.

Career Opportunities
The financial industry provides tremendous opportunities for
graduates, whether it is in customer-facing and trading roles or
in supporting roles such as operations. The awards offered by
Kaplan Higher Education Institute and the Chartered Institute for
Securities & Investment will prepare graduates for a rewarding
and dynamic career as talent and skill drive the growth of the
financial industry in Singapore.
Business:
Banks, Investment firms, Asset management/
Wealth management firms
Frontline job options:
Financial Advisor, Financial Planner, Security Trader
Backend job options:
Data Analyst or Operations staff to oversee the whole process
of trading

The Benefits for You

Specialise in the area of finance and investment, which is the
highest value-added service industry in Singapore
One of the most established finance/investment training
providers in Singapore
Strong recognition for advancement to other academic
qualifications
Professional certificate from CISI which are globally
recognised,in addition to the Kaplan Diploma
Manageable programme structure
Flexible Study Classes held twice weekly

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE & CONTENT

Academic Track
Professional Diploma in Accounting
and Financial Service
The Professional Diploma in Accounting and Financial Service,
jointly offered with Chartered Institute for Securities and
Investment (CISI), provides an intricate perspective covering
the financial and banking industry. It equips students with highly
valued, transfereable knowledge and skills that will prove to
be very useful in the fast growing Singapore economy, as well
as worldwide.

Financial Accounting Intensive

Managerial Accounting and Statistics

Financial Reporting and Analysis Intensive

Introduction to Securities and Investment
(International) (CISI module)

Aims & Objectives

Rules and Regulations for
Financial Advisory Services
Dynamics of Business Intensive

Strategic Cost Analysis 1

Sequence of the subjects may vary.

Subject to meeting universitys
entry requirements

Bachelor of Commerce in
Accounting and Finance
Bachelor of Science
(Honours) in Management
with Accounting
Bachelor of Business
(Professional Accounting)
Bachelor of Business
Studies (Honours) in
Finance
Bachelor of Science
(Honours) in Accounting
and Finance
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
in Accountancy and
Financial Management

The unit aims to equip students with the necessary knowledge

and skills to work as an accounting or finance professional in
any sector, public or private organisations, as well as to provide
graduates a pathway to Bachelor degree programmes.

Lecture Schedule
The curriculum is taught over 4 terms with three 10-week terms
covering 2 subjects and one 5-week term covering 1 subject.
Each subject of this part-time programme will be delivered over
a 3-week cycle comprising 18 to 36 contact hours. Classes
are typically 3-hour sessions held two to three times a week.

Programme Management
The Professional Diploma in Accounting and Financial Service
programme is managed by a professional management team
at Kaplan Higher Education Institute. The team ensures that in
addition to classes, students will be supported by a programme
manager, programme newsletters (updates) via email, academic
support system via email or other online resources and study
notes, scheduling, study group formation, Kaplan City Campus
library membership, assignment and examination management,
students liaison and organisation and others.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE & CONTENT

Assessment Method

Entry Requirements

Each unit is assessed by any combination of class participation,

written assignments, projects or examinations. Assessment method
may vary according to individual unit requirements.
Please note the following units:
Rules and Regulations for Financial Advisory Services (M5)
(Singapore College of Insurance)
M5 module will be assessed by 50% quiz and or class participation
as well as 50% online examination assessed by Singapore
College of Insurance (SCI).
Students are required to obtain an average of 50 marks overall to
pass the module. You will earn additional certificate awarded
by SCI when you obtain 75 marks on the external online exams
component.
Introduction to Securities & Investment (International)
(Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment CISI)

Direct entry for GCE A-Level graduates, Higher Nitec, high school
diploma or equivalent qualifications. GCE N/O-Level and Nitec holders
will be required to take 1-3 of the following foundation modules:
Foundation Communication Studies
Foundation Mathematics
Foundation General Studies

Graduation & Progression

Students who successfully complete the programme will be
awarded with the Professional Diploma in Accounting and Financial
Service by Kaplan Higher Education Institute. Diploma graduates
can then move on to pursue Bachelors degree programmes with
one of our prestigious partner universities in Singapore.

The module will be assessed by 50% quiz and or class

participation as well as 50% online examination assessed by
Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI).
Students are required to obtain an average of 50 marks overall
to pass the module. You will earn additional certificate awarded
by CISI when you obtain 70 marks on the external online exams
component.

Professional Diploma in Accounting and Financial Service

Bachelor of
Commerce in
Accounting
and Finance

Bachelor
of Science
(Honours) in
Management
with
Accounting

Bachelor of
Business
(Professional
Accounting)

Bachelor
of Business
Studies
(Honours) in
Finance

Bachelor
of Science
(Honours) in
Accounting
and Finance

Bachelor
of Arts
(Honours) in
Accountancy
and Financial
Management

Acceptance into Bachelors degree programmes is also subjected to candidates possessing relevant qualifications and meeting
university admission requirements upon application.

UNIT OUTLINE
Financial Accounting Intensive
The first half of the unit examines the development of financial
statements including the underlying concepts and measurement
theories. It emphasises the analysis and use of these statements
to make decisions. The second half emphasises issues in
financial reporting, valuation and income measurement. It
includes inventories, plant and equipment, bonds, present
value and stockholders equity.

Managerial Accounting and Statistics

By understanding how to interpret the information contained in
financial statements and other accounting records, managers can
make better informed decisions around cost and revenue related
issues. In the first half of the unit, students learn how to perform
a cost benefit analysis, how to analyse cost-volume relationships,
and how to apply ratio analysis to financial statements such
as the statement of cash flows. The second half of this unit
introduces the collection and organisation of data, including the
measurement, presentation and uses of elementary set theory;
measures of central tendency and variability; basic probability;
and probability distributions.

Financial Reporting and Analysis Intensive

The legal, economic and global environments have a major
influence on the financial reporting process. The first half of
this unit examines the underlying concepts and measurement
theories relating to financial reporting with emphasis on the
measurement, valuation and disclosure of assets. It also considers
alternative reporting practices, revenue recognition and the
measurement of income. The second half of this unit continues
the study of accounting concepts and procedures including
detailed examination of inventories, tangible and intangible
assets and depreciation.

Introduction to Securities and Investment

(International)
This unit is intended for new entrants and staff who are beginning
their career in the financial services industry.
The broad topics covered make the qualification suitable for all
staff, not just those responsible for making investment decisions,
including those in administration, finance and accounting, IT,
customer service, sales and marketing and HR and training.

Rules & Regulations for Financial

Advisory Services
This unit is to ensure potential financial advisers/representatives
possess the requisite knowledge of the regulatory framework,
including the laws and regualtions, and associated codes,
notices, practice notes and guidelines governing the capital
markets and life insurance intermediaries in Singapore. The
contents include:
The Regulatory Bodies and Associations
The Regulations
Conduct of Business
Financial Needs Analysis
The CPF Minimum Sum Scheme, CPF Investement Scheme
(CPFIS) and Supplementary Retirement Scheme (SRS)
Guidelines on Money Laundering

Dynamics of Business Intensive

Business is viewed first by examining key external factors that
influence its development: the economy, government, law, politics
and international business. Students will study the internal
organisation of business, highlighting major issues associated
with the key management functions such as marketing, finance,
information systems and operations. Practical applications of
business principles and current events will be emphasised. The
second half of this unit focuses on the tools particularly financial,
marketing and information systems required by businesses
in the twenty-first century. Consumer-oriented marketing,
investment basics, the securities market and e-business are
representative of the contents covered to help students demystify
the complexities of the business world.

Strategic Cost Analysis 1

This unit examines cost determination, cost behaviour, costing
systems and introduces the budgeting process. Emphasis will
be placed on management decision-making techniques. Topics
include job and process costing, Activity-Based Costing (ABC),
just-in-time inventory techniques, variance analysis and budgeting.

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FEE SCHEDULE & APPLICATION

Fee Schedule

Study Loans*

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Application
All applications must be submitted to Kaplan Higher Education
Institute at least 1 month before the start of each intake.
Documents required for programme application:
Duly completed application form
Certified copy of highest qualification certificates & transcripts
Latest CV (if applicable)
Programme application fee
Copy of IC or passport

Study loans are available with most banks and financial institutions.
Interested candidates may contact:
CIMB Bank : 6333 7777
www.cimbbank.com.sg
Maybank : 1800 629 2265 www.maybank.com.sg
OCBC Bank : 6586 7403
www.ocbc.com.sg
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Kaplan Higher Education Institute
Kaplan City Campus @ Wilkie Edge
8 Wilkie Road, #02-01, Singapore 228095
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The Kaplan City Campuses

Kaplan Higher Education is one of the largest private
education institutions in Singapore, spanning more
than 140,000 sqft, over 3 campuses Kaplan City
Campus @ PoMo, @ Wilkie Edge and @ Bugis (at
the National Library Building). The campuses are
located in the heart of the city; all within walking
distances from 5 MRT stations across major train
lines. All campuses are strategically located to
provide students convenience and conducive study
environment with state-of-the-art classrooms &
computer labs, high-speed WiFi, relaxation lounges,
easy access to comprehensive library resources
and food & beverage outlets on campus.
Kaplan City Campuses Location Map

Kaplan City Campus @ PoMo 1 Selegie Road Level 6, Singapore 188306

Kaplan City Campus @ Wilkie Edge 8 Wilkie Road Level 2, Singapore 228095
Kaplan City Campus @ Bugis 100 Victoria Street (National Library Building) #09-02, Singapore 188064
6733 1877

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