The ACCA Qualification

• Preparatory Course for the Association of

Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Examination

• Preparatory Course for the Association of

Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Examination - Certified Accounting Technician

ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner

Trained numerous ACCA Prizewinners
Highly qualified and experienced lecturers
Content

02 About Kaplan 15 ACCA Student Membership

03 Why Choose an ACCA Qualification? 16 International Student Admission Process

05 About Certified Accounting Technician 17 Kaplan: Your Preferred Choice

10 About ACCA 18 Our ACCA/FIA Lecturers

13 General Information, Course Duration 21 Our Prizewinners

& Career Opportunities

14 About the Oxford Brookes University

Mentorship Programme
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About Kaplan

Kaplan is one of the world’s largest and most diverse education providers with over 1 million
students globally. Headquartered in US, Kaplan is part of Graham Holdings Company (NYSE:GHC)
and is its largest subsidiary.

In Singapore, Kaplan’s vision is to become Singapore’s Private Education Institution of Choice. We

have been recognised by our partners, demonstrating our commitment to achieving excellent
standards of teaching and providing outstanding student support and learning facilities. Widely
recognised as an institution with dedicated lecturers, Kaplan will equip you with the skills and
confidence needed to shine in the challenging Accounting and Finance industry.

Why Kaplan?

Accredited Accessible
ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner Our 2 campuses are strategically located
- Blended Delivery and Registered Learning in the heart of the city, all within walking
Organisation (RLO) for the Singapore Chartered distances of 6 MRT stations across major
Accountant (CA) Qualification by the Institute of train lines.
Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA).

Well-Established Reputable
Well-established with a complete range of Kaplan in Singapore is part of Kaplan Inc.,
professional Accounting and Financial courses one of the world’s most diverse education
in Singapore, catering to all levels. providers and the largest subsidiary of
Graham Holdings Company (NYSE:GHC).

Experienced
To date, we have trained thousands of students.
We have one of the largest Accounting and
Finance lecturer teams, who bring with them
an invaluable pool of experience which our
students can readily tap into.
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An Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

qualification stands out on your resume, and highlights the
requisite skills and experience sought by employers, greatly
improving your career options. In addition, there are various
other benefits upon earning your qualification.

Global Recognition
This qualification is awarded by ACCA, a global body for professional
Accountants with 241,000 members and 542,000 future members
supporting economic growth in 178 countries and regions (Source:
https://annualreport.accaglobal.com/about-acca). The qualification
is based on international accounting standards benchmarked
against education levels around the world, making them globally
relevant. Another substantial benefit is the opportunity to gain a
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Accounting from Oxford
Brookes University simultaneously while studying for the ACCA
qualification 1.

In-Demand Qualification
An ACCA qualification provides you with career opportunities all
around the world. ACCA students and members are employed by
leading national, regional and international brands.

Quality Assurance
With over 100 years of proven reputation for quality and
excellence, ACCA is a quality-assured qualification that ensures
employer confidence in your competencies.

Flexible Approach to Learning

You can progress at your own pace, and balance your work
commitments and studies with part-time lessons. With relevant
Accountancy and Financial academic qualifications, you can also
gain exemptions to complete the ACCA programme faster 1. The
optional papers give you the opportunity to specialise in your
chosen field, from auditing to management accounting 2.

Study Aids
MyKaplan Online Blended Learning pushes the boundaries of
traditional learning to provide you with total flexibility, giving
you control of when, where and how you study. We combine a
wide range of online resources, pre-recorded tutor guidance on
key topics and questions, exclusive access to study materials and
assessments that provide instant and personalised feedback on
your progress.

When you study with ACCA, you become one of the sought-
after Finance professionals our fast-changing world needs 3.

Over

241k
Professional
178
Countries
542k
Future
100
Years of Proven
Accountants and Regions Members Reputation

1
Subject to ACCA terms and conditions.
2
Applicable only for Professional Level, Advanced Financial Management (AFM), and Advanced Audit and Assurance (AAA) papers.
3
Source: https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/qualifications/why-acca.html
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Find the ACCA Starting Point

That is Right for You

There are many ways to begin your ACCA journey. Whether you have recently graduated, are studying or looking for a career
change, there is an entry point for you. Exactly where you start depends on the qualifications you already have.

Foundation
No relevant experience required to make a start.
Find out more about our Foundation level qualifications at https://accaglobal.com/fia

Applied Knowledge
Business and Technology Financial Accounting Management Accounting

Applied Skills Strategic Professional

If you already have an Accountancy or Finance
Taxation
Degree.
Performance Management Essential

Audit and Assurance Strategic Business Leader

Corporate and Business Law Strategic Business Reporting

Financial Reporting Optional (Pick 2)

Financial Management Advanced Audit and Assurance

Students may be able to gain exemptions for Advanced Financial Management

applied skills papers depending on qualifications
held. Advanced Performance Management

Please check the ACCA website for details at Advanced Taxation

https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/help/
exemptions-calculator.html

Ethics and Professional Skills Module (EPSM)

EPSM is an online learning module from ACCA that tests your decision-making and ethical behaviour in
a number of real-world business scenarios. The module will take an estimated 15 hours to complete.
Students must pass the online quizzes at the end of each topic and complete a peer review.

Practical Experience Requirement (PER)

Completion of 3 years’ practical experience.
Find out more about PER at https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/student/practical-experience-per.html

ACCA Member
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Preparatory Course for the Association of

Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Examination - Certified Accounting Technician

The Foundations in Accountancy comprises the following levels:

RQF ACCA Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting (RQF Level 2)

LV2
2 exams, and a professionalism and ethics module

RQF
ACCA Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting (RQF Level 3)
LV3
2 exams, and a professionalism and ethics module

RQF ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business (RQF Level 4)

LV4
3 exams, and a professionalism and ethics module

Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)

CAT All of the above exams, plus 2 further exams, a professionalism and ethics module, and
1 year’s relevant practical experience
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The Foundations in Accountancy

comprises foundation level
awards, including certificates,
Diplomas and the Certified
Accounting Technician (CAT)
Qualification. These flexible
awards focus on the core skills
of financial accounting and
management accounting, and
the wider role of the accountant
in businesses at higher levels. The
range of awards means that you
can pick the level of qualification
that most appropriately meets
your business needs.
(Source: https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/
employer/train-and-develop-finance-talent/
professional-learning-and-qualifications/fia.
html)

Minimum Entry Requirements

ACCA Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting ACCA Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting
(RQF Level 3) (RQF Level 2) /ACCA Diploma in Accounting and Business
Minimum Age: 16 years old (RQF Level 4)
Entry Requirements: Minimum Age: 16 years old
- Candidates should preferably have a minimum of GCE Entry Requirements:
N-Level or Year 9 equivalent. - Candidates should preferably have a minimum of GCE
- Other qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case N-Level or Year 9 equivalent.
basis. - Other qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case
English Language Requirement: basis.
- A Pass in GCE O-Level where the subject is conducted in English Language Requirement:
English; OR - A Pass in GCE O-Level where the subject is conducted in
- IELTS 4.5 equivalent; OR English; OR
- Student to provide proof of an ACCA English Test report. - IELTS 5.5 equivalent; OR
- Student to provide proof of an ACCA English Test report.

Exemptions
ACCA offers exemptions for those who have relevant qualifications. All students must contact ACCA to confirm their exemptions.
Detailed information about this can be found at https://www.accaglobal.com/exemptions
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Syllabus
The tables below provide a summary of the aims of each paper within the syllabus and the corresponding capabilities trainees
will develop as they progress through the exams.

Recording Financial Transactions (FA1)

Aim Main Capabilities

To introduce knowledge of the business and On successful completion of this paper, candidates should be able to
its environment, and its influence on how explain and understand the following:
organisations are structured. This paper Banking system and transactions
also encourages an understanding of the Cash and bank
role of Accounting and other key business Duality of transactions and the double-entry system
functions in the efficient, effective and Ledger accounts
ethical management of an organisation, its Payroll
people and systems. Preparing the trial balance
Purchases and Credit transactions
Reconciliation
Sales and Credit transactions
Types of business transactions and documentations

Management Information (MA1)

Aim Main Capabilities

To develop knowledge and an understanding On successful completion of this paper, candidates should be able to:
of providing basic management information Classify costs by nature, behaviour and purpose
in an organisation to support planning and Explain the nature and purpose of cost and management accounting
decision making. Identify source documents in a costing system and correctly code data
Provide information on actual and expected costs
Record costs for material, labour and expenses
Use the spreadsheet system in Microsoft Excel

Maintaining Financial Records (FA2)

Aim Main Capabilities

To develop knowledge of underlying On successful completion of this paper, candidates should be able to:
principles and concepts relating to Account for partnerships
Maintaining Financial Records. This Explain generally accepted accounting principles and concepts
paper also provides an understanding of Extend the trial balance, year-end adjustments and final accounts
technical proficiency in the use of double- Outline the principles and process of basic bookkeeping
entry Accounting techniques, including the Prepare a trial balance (including identifying and correcting errors)
preparation of basic financial statements. Prepare journals and ledger accounts
Reconcile the control accounts and cashbook
Record transactions and events
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Managing Costs and Finance (MA2)

Aim Main Capabilities

To develop knowledge and an understanding On successful completion of this paper, candidates should be able to:
of how to prepare, process and present Apply and use computer spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel
basic cost information to support planning Describe and record costs by classification
and decision making in a variety of business Explain and apply cost accounting techniques
contexts. Explain principles of cash management
Explain the role of costing within the organisation and how costs are
classified
Use management accounting techniques to make and support decision
making

Foundations in Business and Technology (F1/FBT)

Aim Main Capabilities

To introduce knowledge of the business and On successful completion of this paper, candidates should be able to:
its environment, and its influence on how Recognise that all aspects of business and finance should be conducted in
organisations are structured. This paper a manner which complies with and is in the spirit of accepted professional
also encourages an understanding of the ethics and professional values
role of Accounting and other key business Recognise the function of accountancy and audit in communicating,
functions in the efficient, effective and reporting and assuring financial information, and in effective financial
ethical management of an organisation, its control and compliance
people and systems. Recognise the principles of authority and leadership and how teams and
individuals are recruited, managed, motivated and developed
Understand business organisation structure, functions and the role of
corporate governance
Understand the importance of personal effectiveness as the basis for
effective team and organisational behaviour
Understand the purpose and types of businesses, and how they interact
with key stakeholders and the external environment

Management Accounting (F2/FMA)

Aim Main Capabilities

To develop knowledge and an understanding On successful completion of this paper, candidates should be able to:
of providing basic management information Analyse, interpret and monitor business performance
in an organisation to support planning and Compare actual costs with standard costs and analyse any variances
decision making. Explain and apply cost accounting techniques
Explain the nature, source and purpose of management information
Prepare budgets for planning and control

Financial Accounting (F3/FFA)

Aim Main Capabilities

To develop knowledge of underlying On successful completion of this paper, candidates should be able to:
principles and concepts relating to Define the qualitative characteristics of financial information
Maintaining Financial Records. This paper Demonstrate the use of double-entry and accounting systems
also introduces an understanding of Explain the context and purpose of financial reporting
technical proficiency in the use of double- Interpret financial statements
entry Accounting techniques, including the Prepare a trial balance (including identifying and correcting error)
preparation of basic financial statements. Prepare basic financial statements for incorporated and unincorporated
entities
Prepare simple consolidated financial statements
Record transactions and events
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Specialist Papers

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Certificate in Audit

(RQF Level 4)

Aim Main Capabilities

To develop knowledge and an On successful completion of this paper, candidates should be able to:
understanding of the principles of external Explain how an auditor assesses risks and plans an audit
audit and the audit process, and technical Explain how the audit is completed and reflected in the different types of
proficiency in the skills used for auditing audit reports
financial statements. Explain the purpose and scope of an audit and its regulatory frameworks
Identify and describe audit evidence and audit procedures required to
meet the objectives of an audit and apply International Standards on
Auditing
Identify the principles of internal control, and describe and evaluate the
features of information systems

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Certificate in Taxation

(RQF Level 4)

Aim Main Capabilities

To develop the ability to prepare On successful completion of this paper, candidates should be able to:
computations of tax liability for both Compute the corporation tax liability of a company, including any
individuals and businesses in the United chargeable gains, and prepare the corporation tax return
Kingdom (UK), for the purposes of income Compute the income tax liability of individuals and prepare the income
tax, corporation tax, capital gains tax and tax return
value-added tax. In addition, this paper aims Explain and compute the chargeable gains and capital gains tax liability
to develop knowledge and understanding arising on individuals
of the manner in which dealings must be Explain and compute the effects of value-added tax on incorporated and
conducted with HM Revenue and Customs, unincorporated businesses, and prepare returns
including knowledge of the statutory Explain the basic operation and scope of the UK tax system
timescales for the submission of claims and Prepare adjusted profit /loss computations for trades and professions
returns, and the due dates for the payment
of tax liabilities.

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Certificate in Financial

Management (RQF Level 4)

Aim Main Capabilities

To develop knowledge and an On successful completion of this paper, candidates should be able to:
understanding of the way organisations Apply a range of accounting techniques used to forecast cash within
allocate resources to capital expenditure the organisation
projects, finance their operations, optimise Describe credit management methods and procedures
their use of working capital, and plan and Describe methods and procedures for managing cash balances
control cash flows. Explain and apply principles in making capital investment decisions
Explain and apply the principles of working capital management
Explain principles in making medium to long term financial decisions
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Preparatory Course for the Association

of Chartered Certified Accountants
(ACCA) Examination

Minimum Entry Requirement Exemptions

Minimum Age: 18 years old ACCA offers exemptions for those who have a Degree,
Entry Requirements: Diploma or other professional qualifications. Alternatively,
- Candidates should preferably have a minimum of you can pursue the ACCA qualifications through an FIA
2 GCE A-Level and 3 GCE O-Level credits (including (Foundations in Accountancy) Diploma in Accounting and
credits in O-Level English and Math) or have an ACCA Business. All students must contact ACCA to confirm their
student membership or have qualifications listed exemptions. More details about this can be found at https://
on ACCA website (https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/ www.accaglobal.com/exemptions
qualifications/glance/acca/minimum-entrance.html).
English Language Requirement:
- A Pass in GCE O-Level where the subject is conducted in
Course Modules & Learning Outcomes
English; OR You will have 2 levels to complete: Fundamentals and
- IELTS 5.5 equivalent; OR Professional. The 2 levels include 15 papers, 13 of which you
- Student to provide proof of an ACCA English Test report. are required to pass unless exemptions are awarded.
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Applied Knowledge Applied Skills

The Applied Knowledge level will give you a broad The Applied Skills level builds on existing knowledge and
understanding of essential accounting techniques understanding to develop the strong, broad and practical
including effective business operations, management finance qualities required of strategic professional
accounting and financial accounting. The qualification is accountants in any sector or industry. There are 6 exams:
divided into 3 parts:

1 Business and Technology (BT/F1) 4 Corporate and Business Law (LW/F4)

Business and Technology teaches you how businesses You will develop an understanding of the general
operate effectively, efficiently and ethically, and will legal framework operating both in your jurisdiction
explore the critical role finance professionals play and internationally, and how this applies to the
in achieving this. You will understand business in regulation and operation of business entities and
the context of its environment, including economic, finance. You will also develop an understanding of
legal and regulatory influences on aspects like data corporate fraudulent and criminal behaviour.
protection, employment, governance, health and
safety, and security.
5 Performance Management (PM/F5)
You will develop knowledge and skills in the
2 Financial Accounting (FA/F2) application of management accounting techniques
You will learn the underlying principles and concepts to quantitative and qualitative information for
of financial accounting, accounting techniques planning, decision making, performance evaluation
and the preparation of basic financial statements, and control.
including:
Double-entry and accounting systems
6 Taxation (TX/F6)
Interpreting financial statements
Preparing a trial balance You will develop a deep understanding of the tax
Simple consolidated financial statements system within your jurisdiction, the obligations for
The context and purpose of financial reporting tax-payers and the implications of non-compliance.
You will learn how to explain and calculate tax
liabilities for individuals, companies and groups
3 Management Accounting (MA/F3) of companies. If your national jurisdiction is not
covered, we recommend selecting the UK variant.
You will learn management accounting techniques to
help support businesses plan, control and monitor
their performance, including: Financial Reporting (FR/F7)
7
How organisations finance their operations
How to plan and control cash flows You will develop knowledge and skills in
How to make the best use of working capital understanding and applying accounting standards,
The principles of making capital investment and the theoretical framework in the preparation
decisions of financial statements of entities, including groups,
and how to analyse and interpret those financial
statements.

8 Audit and Assurance (AA/F8)

You will develop knowledge and understanding of
the process involved in carrying out the assurance
engagement and its application in the context of the
professional regulatory framework.

9 Financial Management (FM/F9)

You will develop the knowledge and skills expected
of a finance manager, in relation to dividend policy,
financing and investment decisions.
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Strategic Professional
Develop the technical expertise, ethics and professional skills you need to make an impact in the workplace. Every element of
the Strategic Professional level has a real-world focus:

E Strategic Business Leader (SBL/P1) O Advanced Performance Management

Essentials (APM/P4)
Options
This innovative case study exam is designed to mirror
the workplace. You will draw on strategy, leadership, All organisations need to have their performance and
governance and risk, innovation and sustainable strategic development evaluated regularly. In this
performance to show you have the blend of skills exam, you will do this by using relevant knowledge
employers are looking for. and skills, and exercising professional judgement to
select and apply strategic management accounting
techniques in different business contexts.
E Strategic Business Reporting (SBR/P2)
Essentials

This exam takes reporting to a new level, helping you

O Advanced Taxation (ATX/P5)
Options
develop the skills to communicate the implications of
transactions and reporting to different stakeholders. Tax has a major impact on business and financial
decision-making in all jurisdictions. You will learn
about applying your national tax laws to the finances
O Advanced Financial Management (AFM/P3) of individuals and businesses, and exercising
Options professional judgement in relation to different
tax frameworks. If your national jurisdiction is not
You will apply relevant knowledge, skills and exercise covered, we recommend selecting the UK variant.
professional judgement as expected of a senior financial
executive or advisor, in taking or recommending
decisions relating to the financial management of an O Advanced Audit and Assurance (AAA/P6)
organisation in private and public sectors. Options

You will learn how to analyse, evaluate and draw

conclusions on the assurance engagement, and other
audit and assurance issues in the context of best
practice and current developments. You can choose
to study either the International (INT) or UK standards.

Computer-Based Exams
ACCA offers 2 different types of Computer-Based Progression Rules for Professional Level Exams
Exams (CBE); on-demand CBEs and session CBEs. Students will be able to take their Professional Level
exams (SBL-AAA) in any order. Students who take the
On-Demand CBEs can be taken at any time of the AAA exam should also take the SBR exam
year and re-sits can also be done at any time. There simultaneously or before studying for the AAA exam.
are no restrictions on the number of times a student
can re-sit their CBE. At the Professional Level, students have a 7-year time
limit to pass all Professional Level papers (SBL, SBR
Session CBEs are available during the scheduled and 2 of the options papers). If they are unable to
4 exam session weeks and offer a host of benefits, do so, they will be required to retake all papers that
such as increasing students’ employability skills, were taken more than 7 years ago. This time limit
and providing a more practical and modern exam only begins when students pass the first exam.
experience.
These changes will ensure all of our students have a
For more information on which CBE type suits you best, fair and equal opportunity to succeed, and assures
visit https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/student/exam- employers that trainees and ACCA members will
entry-and-administration/about-our-exams/exam- continue to have relevant and up-to-date knowledge.
basics.html
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Course Duration &

Career Opportunites

Course Commencement December exams, although exams can also be taken in

(Subject to changes. Refer to course factsheets online.) March and September.

Education Courses Candidates can receive up to 9 paper exemptions for ACCA

courses depending on the qualifications they currently
Full-term Education Courses commence in January (for June
hold. If a student has 9 exemptions, they could complete
exams) and July (for December exams) of each year.
the entire ACCA course within 1 year. Please view the ACCA
website (https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/help/exemptions-
Full-Time
calculator.html) for advice to assess the exemptions you are
Courses are conducted in the mornings or afternoons. Full- likely to receive.
time courses are suitable for international students.
All FIA and ACCA exams are now computer-based.
Part-Time
Courses are conducted on weekday evenings and/or
on weekends.
Career Opportunities
You could work in a variety of accounts-support roles,
Revision Courses including:
Revision Courses are conducted in May (for June exams) Junior/senior accounting or bookkeeping role in a small to
and November (for December exams). medium-sized enterprise
A range of junior/senior accounting administration roles
within the accounting department of a larger organisation
Course Duration or financial shared service centre
The course duration for the FIA course is normally 2 months Bookkeeping trainee/accountant in a commercial
per level. The ACCA course duration is normally 5 months organisation or accounting practice
per paper, and courses at Kaplan will target the June and Accounting clerk in the public sector
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Oxford Brookes University

Mentorship Programme

Students studying for their ACCA qualification now have the opportunity to obtain a
Degree awarded by Oxford Brookes University. This programme enables ACCA students
to obtain the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes
University, upon the successful completion of the ACCA Fundamentals Level exams.

Eligibility Programme Structure

To be awarded the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Tutorials
Applied Accounting, you must: Tutorials will equip you with the necessary skills required
Opt in to do the Bachelor of Science (BSc) with ACCA UK to complete both your Research Report and Skills &
before passing any of the 3 ACCA Fundamental papers Learning Statement. They will cover:
– Financial Reporting (FR), Audit and Assurance (AA) and Choosing your topic
Financial Management (FM) Communicating with your mentor
Hold a recognised English language qualification Preparing your Skills & Learning Statement
certificate and transcript (if applicable), which must be Presentation skills
submitted and approved by ACCA, before passing FR, Research & analysis methods
AA and FM Submission procedures
Pass the 3 ACCA Fundamentals papers (FR, AA and FM) Writing your report
and other required papers to successfully complete all
9 Fundamentals Level papers Online Mentoring
Complete the ACCA Professional Ethics Module from
This online support is provided by Kaplan mentors, and
Oxford Brookes University by the stipulated date,
aims to provide guidance in preparation for your Skills
before the submission of the project
& Learning Statement. However, should you require
Complete and pass the Oxford Brookes University
additional support, you can book meetings with our
Research and Analysis Project
mentors to discuss the challenges you are facing.
Complete the BSc Degree programme within 10 years
of your initial registration with ACCA
Group Presentation
You must successfully complete the Fundamentals Level You will be given the opportunity to deliver a 15-minute
exam papers from Business and Technology (BT) to presentation on your report to your peers in accordance
Financial Management (FM) and complete the Professional with Oxford Brookes University requirements.
Ethics module before submitting a Research and Analysis
Project to Oxford Brookes University. You are required to ACCA/Oxford Brookes University Approved Research
pay a project submission fee to Oxford Brookes University. and Analysis Project Guide
In addition, students will receive an ACCA/Oxford Brookes
You will gain access to the Professional Ethics module via University Approved Research and Analysis Project
MyACCA once you become eligible to take the Strategic Guide from Kaplan Publishing, which includes a list of
Business Leader (SBL) paper. recommended topics for your report and extensive
guidance notes on how to conduct your research.
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ACCA Student
Membership

Procedures
All students taking the ACCA/FIA Suite programme must Students are encouraged to register 20 days prior to the
register online for ACCA membership via https://www. deadline set by ACCA. ACCA will not be liable for any late
accaglobal.com/applynow entries received after the stipulated deadline.

Students must submit the following documents online: ACCA will take about 15 working days to process applications.
You will receive a unique ACCA Number to gain access to
Registration fee of £89 by credit/debit card
your MyACCA account, where you will register for your
Scanned copies of all educational and professional
exams online.
certificates with detailed result transcripts (and official
English translations where appropriate)
There will be no refund should you withdraw your student
Scanned copy of identity card or passport
registration application after submission. Please note that
Passport-sized photograph
the submission of ACCA and FIA Suite registration is the sole
Annual subscription fee of £122 by credit/debit card
responsibility of the student.
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International Student
Admission Process

1 2 3
Check the Admission Document Preparation Admission Procedure
Requirements & Submission Upon receiving all relevant documents,
the application will be sent to our
Find out the admission requirements International students are required to
admission team for verification. If
for the course you are interested in. apply for a Student’s Pass to study full-
there are no further verifications
For information about specific course time in Singapore and are only allowed
needed, the team will issue the offer
pre-requisites and the recognition of to attend classes upon approval. Please
letter to students. Concurrently, the
qualifications not listed, please contact take note that, as a Student’s Pass
application will be routed to our
us at contact.sg@kaplan.com holder, you are strictly not allowed to
enrolment team for Immigration &
engage in any form of work (whether
Checkpoints Authority of Singapore
paid or unpaid). Please prepare and
(ICA) submission.
submit all required documents from
our checklist for international students
to contact.sg@kaplan.com

4 5 6
School Fees Payment Student’s Pass Approval School Report &
Payment of school fees can be made A confirmation email will be sent once Student’s Pass Collection
through Cash/NETS/DEBIT or CREDIT you are accepted as a student. ICA
Once the Student’s Pass is approved,
(Master/VISA/AMEX) cards/ will take an estimated 2 to 4 weeks
an In-Principle Approval (IPA) letter
Cheque/Telegraphic Transfer. to process the Student’s Pass before
will be issued by ICA. The IPA will
results are released.
be sent to you. Please report to
school at least 2 weeks before the
course commencement date and
complete Student’s Pass formalities
with ICA.
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Why Should
Kaplan Be Your
Preferred Choice?

As a Registered Learning Partner with ACCA,

we are committed to providing high quality
tuition and learning experience and support
for students on their FIA and ACCA journey.

Platinum Approved Learning Partner

As an ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner, we adhere to the highest
standards to provide students with the best possible chance of success.

Experienced Lecturers
With our experienced lecturers, we believe in continuously inspiring and rewarding
ACCA students who have earned academic excellence in accounting expertise. We
are proud to announce that we have over 500 ACCA Prizewinners in Singapore to
date.

Flexible Schedules
We offer the flexibility to accommodate study around your work, family and other
important commitments. You can choose either full-time or part-time tuition
programmes.

MyKaplan Online Blended Learning

MyKaplan Online Blended Learning pushes the boundaries of traditional learning
to provide you with total flexibility, giving you control of when, where and how you
study. We combine a wide range of online resources, pre-recorded tutor guidance
on key topics and questions, exclusive access to study materials and assessments
that provide instant and personalised feedback on your progress.

One-Stop Computer-Based Exam Centre

Kaplan Higher Education Academy is an approved Computer-Based Exam (CBE)
Centre for ACCA and FIA Suite exams in Singapore. CBEs are available for the first 7
papers under Foundation Level, and the BT, MA, FA and LW (English and Global)
papers of the ACCA qualification.
1 April 2023 - 31 March 2024

CBEs also offer flexibility for re-sits, which you can take at any time. There is no
restriction on the number of times you can re-sit the CBE.
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Our ACCA/FIA
Lecturers

Dr Chow Kim Tai Ms Angela Mullany Ms Joanna Cheong

Chartered Accountant of Malaysia and a fellow Fellow of the Association of Chartered ACCA Member
member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) with an MSc in Chartered Accountant of Singapore (CA
Certified Accountants, UK (FCCA). Accounting & Finance. Singapore) with the Institute of Singapore
Attained a Doctor of Business Administration After 7 years as an auditor, Angela discovered Chartered Accountants (ISCA).
(DBA) from Wawasan Open University, a passion for teaching and has spent more First Class Honours in Master of Science
Malaysia. than 20 years devoted to Financial Accounting (Finance) from University College Dublin,
Holds a Master of Business Administration and Assurance education. Ireland.
(MBA) in Finance from the Charles Sturt Worked as an Education Consultant with First Class Honours in Bachelor of Science
University, Australia. ACCA in London, where she was part of a (Applied Accounting) from Oxford Brookes
Former World Gold Medallist for London panel that developed the Financial Accounting University, UK.
Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) and Auditing exam papers. Completed Advanced Tax programme at the
exams. Former Director of Learning in Deloitte’s Tax Academy of Singapore.
29 years of experience in teaching Financial Singapore office, where she developed and Holds a Mechanical and Production
Management and Management Accounting. ran learning programmes for all levels, from Engineering (Honours) Degree from Nanyang
Co-writer and reviewer of the Financial new graduate to partner. Technological University, Singapore.
Management Learning Pack for Hong Kong Lectured extensively in Financial Accounting Teaches Taxation and Management
Society of Accountants (HKSA). and Assurance, and has written several Accounting papers and guides students in the
Trained more than 20,000 students worldwide textbooks and ran numerous bespoke in- ACCA/OBU UK Degree programme.
with highly praised teaching skills. house programmes. Many students have benefitted from her
passionate and systematic teaching approach.
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Our ACCA/FIA Lecturers

Ms Yeo Ai Ling Ms Vandana Khialani Mr Irwin Luo

Graduated with a Master of Business ACCA Member Fellow with the Association of Chartered
Administration (MBA) with merit for Financial ACMA Chartered Institute of Management Certified Accountants (FCCA).
Managers and Finance Professionals from Accountants (CIMA). A Chartered Accountant of Singapore.
Manchester Business School, UK. Vast work experience in the auditing and 7-time book prizewinner for the ACCA
Holds a Bachelor’s Degree from University of corporate finance fields. professional exams.
Tasmania, Australia. Passion for teaching began as a student Graduated as Top Student with a Master of
For more than 10 years, she has been lecturing conducting tutorials which eventually led Science in Applied Finance from Singapore
on Business and Accounting modules at her to switch her career to the teaching Management University.
Diploma and Undergraduate levels, as well as profession. Valedictorian of the Singapore Management
professional exams such as the ACCA and FIA. Has more than 10 years of experience University (SMU) Postgraduate Business
Through active engagement and a focused teaching Accounting courses. School.
approach, she creates an effective learning The former prizewinner likes to make her Broad range of industry experience with
environment for her students and has helped lessons engaging. Deloitte and Keppel Corp, and in leadership
many achieve their goals. roles within deep tech start-ups.
Prior to lecturing, she worked in the areas of A decade of lecturing experience.
business analysis and in-house training.

Mr Lim Teck Chuan (Ivan) Ms Lin Hui Yee Ms Yang Xiao Qi

Chartered Accountant of Singapore (CA Bachelor of Accountancy from Nanyang Master of Education (with Merit) from
Singapore) with the Institute of Singapore Technological University, Singapore. University of Bath, UK.
Chartered Accountants (ISCA) and Singapore. Worked in a public accounting firm before A Chartered Accountant of Singapore.
Institute of Accredited Tax Professionals (SIATP) joining the Ministry of Education to pursue her Experience includes auditing with Big Four
Began his career in auditing with a reputable passion for teaching. companies and financial accounting with
international firm where he gained valuable More than 15 years of teaching experience in publicly-listed firms.
professional and commercial experiences. Accounting. Has been teaching and conducting corporate
Has several years of Accounting experience Strongly believes in helping her students build training for Financial Accounting and Auditing
with large corporations and publicly-listed a strong foundation in Accounting through an modules since 2007.
companies in Singapore. engaging teaching approach.
Patient and determined to nurture students in
developing an interest in financial accounting.
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Our ACCA/FIA Lecturers

Ms Lee Yuet Lai Ms Yuen Yuen

Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy from the Holds a Master of Business Administration
National University of Singapore. (MBA) from the University of Adelaide,
Chartered Accountant of Singapore (CA Australia, graduating as a mace bearer for
Singapore) with the Institute of Singapore her academic excellence and prizewinner for
Chartered Accountants (ISCA). Strategic Management.
Accredited Tax Advisor with the Singapore A National University of Singapore Business
Institute of Accredited Tax Professionals School graduate.
(SIATP). Achieved her position of Assistant General
Tax practitioner with one of the Big Four Manager by the age of 29. Since then, she
international accounting firms. decided on a total career change to share
More than 10 years of tax experience, her industrial and managerial experiences by
providing tax advisory and compliance lecturing.
services to many notable clients. Former lecturer at Singapore University of
Specialises in the teaching of Taxation Social Sciences (previously SIM University).
subjects. A candid facilitator at Kaplan, she loves
to inject her own brand of humour and
management insights into her classes.

Teaching is more than

imparting knowledge; it is
inspiring change. Learning is
more than absorbing facts; it
is acquiring understanding.
— William Arthur Ward
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Words from
Our Prizewinners

Celine Tiong Ng Mui Peng

ACCA Prizewinner (2021) ACCA Prizewinner (2020)
ATX – Advanced Taxation FR – Financial Reporting
2020 September Exam 2019 June Exam

I studied ACCA to improve my employability. However, The knowledge acquired from both the ACCA prep
I started experiencing some difficulty while I was self- course and the lecturers’ practical experiences has
revising for my ACCA papers. I joined the Revision Classes broadened my understanding of the industry, which
at Kaplan, which were extremely useful and helped me helps in my full-time job as an Accountant in an SME.
tremendously at the final stage right before my exam. I like the e-learning portal where all lesson notes,
The e-learning portal provided me with all the updated solutions and resources are uploaded because we are
learning materials, practice question papers and relevant able to access the study materials at our convenience.
updates on the course. It provided me with so much The Kaplan360 mobile application is especially useful
flexibility and I could access it at my convenience, any time as it shows my class schedule in advance. Revision
of the day. The teaching materials were comprehensive, classes are useful as lecturers go through past year
and the professors are knowledgeable, always guiding questions and the types of answers that examiners are
us patiently on how to tackle the exam questions. I am looking for. I have met with very committed lecturers
really grateful for their kindness. I knew that ACCA would that use real-life scenarios and experiences to explain
be a challenging journey, but I did not give up because of concepts. I look forward to each lesson as the support
it. Instead, I made time for reading and practising daily. I I have received from each lecturer encourages me to
completed all assigned homework and learned from my persevere.
mistakes to make progress.

Low Qing Hong Nguyen Hoang An

ACCA Prizewinner (2019) ACCA Prizewinner (2019)
TX – Taxation TX – Taxation
2019 June Exam 2018 June Exam

As an Assistant Accountant at an FMCG company, After carefully comparing the different ACCA Approved
the ACCA course has reinforced my understanding of Learning Partners, Kaplan was my preferred choice
Accounting and given me practical knowledge related in terms of its location, school facilities and lecturers.
to my job. Kaplan’s conducive study environment and I looked for resources in the library to understand
knowledge of the lecturers allow for engaging lessons. Singapore Taxation better. During the exams, I wrote
I hope that the qualification will help in my career down my explanations for the examiner, on top of
progression, where I can apply technical knowledge calculation workings. The Kaplan exam kit is very useful
learnt in ensuring companies stay compliant. My advice for exam preparation. Do not hesitate to ask lecturers
to fellow students is to make use of Kaplan’s exam questions, as they are the best resource available.
kit and lecture notes, as these materials summarise
essential points that align with the syllabus.
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Lam Ming Hui Yu Sandar Win

ACCA Prizewinner (2019) ACCA Prizewinner (2019)
AAA – Advanced Audit SBR – Strategic
and Assurance Business Reporting
2018 December Exam 2018 June Exam

My decision to take up an ACCA prep course with Kaplan I decided to pursue an ACCA qualification at Kaplan
was based on previous positive experiences studying through reference from my university friends. Kaplan
for my Diploma and Degree there. There are 3 main was our preferred choice because it is a Platinum
reasons that drew me to choosing Kaplan. Firstly, the Approved Learning provider at a convenient location,
flexible schedule provides great convenience for part- with great facilities, courses, learning materials and
time students to attend classes after work. Secondly, experienced lecturers. On the other hand, signing
Kaplan provides a one-stop service – from supplying up for the ACCA programme helped me focus on the
course materials to preparing preparatory and revision ACCA study plan. I utilised all the learning materials
programmes. Thirdly, the centrally-located campus provided by Kaplan, and strongly recommend that
provides students with many options for convenient candidates attempt Strategic Business Reporting
transport. I am impressed by the quality of lecturers (SBR) immediately after passing Financial Reporting
as they are friendly and knowledgeable. Many of them (FR), as the topics in these 2 papers overlap. Frequent
have relevant work experiences to share, and this discussions with lecturers and friends are important to
makes it easier for students to relate to topics. improve your understanding of the topics and prevent
confusion.

Jonathan Tan
Lee Huai Ping ACCA Prizewinner (2019)
ACCA Prizewinner (2019) SBL – Strategic Business
ATX – Advanced Taxation Leader
2018 June Exam 2018 June Exam

Kaplan has a good reputation and accreditations, such When I first decided to pursue the ACCA certification,
as being an ACCA Platinum Approved Learning Partner. I was choosing between various learning providers.
The school’s location is convenient, with an abundance However, Kaplan stood out as the obvious choice as it
of public transport. The biggest difference between is an ACCA Platinum Approved tuition provider, and I
Kaplan and other institutions is the lecturers. Kaplan had heard good reviews about the lecturers.
lecturers are friendlier, more knowledgeable and able
to provide a better picture of the audit world outside of
school. My managers have expressed their satisfaction
for what the course has taught me.
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