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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT PROSPECTUSSingapore 2015

Welcome to Kaplan Singapore 02

Studying in Singapore 02

The Kaplan City Campuses 03

Studying at Kaplan Learning Institute 03

Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) 04

The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 08

Oxford Brookes University (OBU) 10

Application - International Students 11

Application Process 12

Terms & Conditions 13

Programme List 2015 14

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welcome tokaplan singapore

We build futures, one success story at a time.

Registered as a department of Kaplan Learning Institute in Singapore, Kaplan Financial is a leading provider of professional accounting and finance qualifications, such as preparatory courses for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA).

Our focus on training excellence has seen Kaplan Financial being accorded the ACCA Approved Learning Partner - Student Tuition, Platinum Status award, the highest honour which ACCA awards their tuition providers. This status is only awarded to institutions that have achieved ACCA’s defined standards of learning facilities, outstanding student support and pass rates that meet or exceed the ACCA global pass rates.

Kaplan Financial prepares over 30,000 students for professional accountancy and financial exams.

Kaplan Financial is widely recognised as providing quality professional financial/accounting courses based on the full understanding of students’ needs. Our dedicated and highly skilled lecturers have a track record of ensuring outstanding pass rates. We constantly update our course materials to reflect the latest changes in the syllabus, legislation and other professional announcements. Students come to Kaplan because they know they will get the highest level of commitment and personalised service both in and out of the classrooms.

studying in singaporeSingapore is well-recognised for its cutting-edge

infrastructure, safe streets and greenery.

The city has delighted visitors with its blend of East and West and multi-racial society. Known as a food paradise, Singapore will not disappoint, from affordable hawker fare to restaurants serving international cuisines. In recent years, Singapore has enhanced its tourist attractions and entertainment destinations, so visitors will have to keep up with the pace of activities in the Lion City.

Located in the heart of Asia, Singapore is easily accessible for international students from within Asia. English is the main language for communication here, affording ample opportunities for students to improve their English. Furthermore, Singapore possesses a pro-education environment and is ideal for international students.

Today, Singapore has transformed itself into a dynamic global city, offering many avenues for students to pursue knowledge, from public facilities, such as libraries and research centres, to the many events organised here, such as international business conferences.

As a leading centre for finance and business, Singapore boasts one of the best business environments in Asia. Singapore is positioning itself to become an important Asian hub for various industries such as biotechnology, media and entertainment, and alternative energy, thus growing the employment opportunities here.

Kaplan’s students in Singapore learn, live and play in this vibrant and progressive city, with the assurance their education is at one of the highest standards in Asia.

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the kaplan city campusesWe understand a conducive learning

environment is integral to student life.We understand that a conducive learning environment, ample facilities, and a place to bond with classmates are integral to students’ development. We are constantly improving our services and facilities to ensure our students have an optimal studying environment. Our 2 Kaplan City Campuses are also conveniently located in central Singapore.

The Kaplan City Campus @ PoMo

At 95,000 sq ft, Kaplan City Campus @ PoMo is our largest campus. The 44 classrooms and state-of-the-art facilities are spread across 5 floors. Students, while preparing for classes can relax in our campus library

which is equipped with PC terminals and wi-fi campus-wide. Students can also enjoy our conducive student lounges.

The Kaplan City Campus @ Wilkie Edge

Our Wilkie Edge Campus is located within 10 minutes from the Dhoby Ghaut MRT Station and Little India MRT Station. The campus has expanded to more than 50,000 sq ft to accommodate the growth of our business with 32 classrooms. The campus facilities include computer and photocopying facilities, wi-fi campus-wide, a student lounge and a student counsellor room.

Our goal is to create an environment where students can create and build their own distinctive

identity within the accounting industry.

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Introductory Certificate in Financial and Management AccountingFoundations in Professionalism and 2 exams:

FA1 Recording Financial Transactions MA1 Management Information

Intermediate Certificate in Financial and Management AccountingFoundations in Professionalism and 2 exams:

FA2 Maintaining Financial Records MA2 Managing Costs and Finance

Diploma in Accounting and BusinessFoundations in Professionalism and 3 exams:

FAB Accountant in Business FMA Management Accounting FFA Financial Accounting

ABOUT FOUNDATIONS IN ACCOUNTANCY (FIA)

Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) focuses on the core skills of financial accounting and management accounting; and the wider role of the accountant in business at higher levels. It consists of a suite of awards, including certificates and diploma.

Upon your completion of the Diploma in Accounting and Business, you can gain entry into the ACCA Qualification, with exemptions for F1 to F3 and continue your studies from F4 onwards.

The Foundations in Accountancy awards will qualify you to work in a range of different jobs - depending on how many of the qualifications you successfully complete. With the Introductory Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting, you will be able to work in a number of junior accounting or bookkeeping roles, and with a full Certified Accounting Technician Qualification you could work in a supervisory or management role, in the area of finance.

If you have no prior accounting qualifications, we recommend you begin with the first award - the Introductory Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting. This award is broadly equivalent to GCSE level and you can work your way through the rest of the qualifications from this starting point.

•PREPARATORYCOURSEFORTHEASSOCIATIONOFCHARTEREDCERTIFIEDACCOUNTANTS(ACCA) INTRODUCTORY CERTIFICATE IN FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

•PREPARATORYCOURSEFORTHEASSOCIATIONOFCHARTEREDCERTIFIEDACCOUNTANTS(ACCA) INTERMEDIATE CERTIFICATE IN FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

•PREPARATORYCOURSEFORTHEASSOCIATIONOFCHARTEREDCERTIFIEDACCOUNTANTS(ACCA) DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING AND BUSINESS

FounDATIons In ACCounTAnCy (FIA)

Note: Information is correct at time of print.

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sTuDEnT PATHWAys

You can go on to complete the Intermediate Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting or the Diploma in Accounting and Business.

CAREER oPPoRTunITIEs

You could work in a variety of accounts-support roles including:

Junior accounts clerk/junior bookkeeper role in an SME.

A range of junior accounting administration roles within an accounting department of a larger organisation or financial shared service centre.


PREPARATORYCOURSEFORTHEASSOCIATIONOFCHARTEREDCERTIFIEDACCOUNTANTS(ACCA)INTRODUCTORY CERTIFICATE IN FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

Entry Requirements 16 years old IELTS 4.5 or pass in English language at GCE ‘N’ levels or its equivalent

Course syllabusTo achieve the Introductory Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting you will need to register as a student in Foundations in Accountancy and complete:

Two exams: Recording Financial Transactions (FA1) and Management Information (MA1).

A professionalism and ethics module called Foundations in Professionalism.

Course DurationFIA Introductory Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting exams are available in both computer-based and written formats in June and December. You can complete this Certificate in six months or less and you will have to complete the Foundations in Professionalism before or after the exams to achieve this Certificate.

ExemptionsACCA offers exemptions for those who have relevant qualifications. All students must contact ACCA to confirm their exemptions. Detailed information on exemptions can be found at http://www.accaglobal.com/exemptions.


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PREPARATORYCOURSEFORTHEASSOCIATIONOFCHARTEREDCERTIFIEDACCOUNTANTS(ACCA) INTERMEDIATE CERTIFCATE IN FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

Entry Requirements 16 years old IELTS 4.5 or pass in English language at GCE ‘N’ level or its equivalent

Course syllabusTo achieve the Intermediate Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting, you will need to register as a student in Foundations in Accountancy and complete:

Two exams: Maintaining Financial Records (FA2) and Managing Costs and Finance (MA2) A professionalism and ethics module called Foundations in Professionalism.

Please note, if you have already completed this module as part of the Introductory Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting, you don’t have to complete it again.

* You may wish to complete ACCA’s Introductory Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting before attempting the Intermediate certificate. The ability level is broadly equivalent to the GCE ‘A’ level standards.

Course DurationFIA Intermediate Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting exams are available in both computer-based and written based format in June and December. You can complete this Certificate in six months or less and you will have to complete the Foundations in Professionalism before or after the exams to achieve this Certificate.


PREPARATORYCOURSEFORTHEASSOCIATIONOFCHARTEREDCERTIFIEDACCOUNTANTS(ACCA) DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING AND BUSINESS

Entry Requirements 16 years old IELTS 5.5 or pass in English language at GCE ‘O’ level or its equivalent

Course syllabusMore details about how you can achieve this qualification are as follows:

Route1If you do not have any formal qualifications, or you have completed the Introductory and/or Intermediate Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting you will need to complete:

Three exams: Accountant in Business (FAB), Management Accounting (FMA) and Financial Accounting (FFA)

A professionalism and ethics module called Foundations in Professionalism.

Please note, if you have already completed this module you don’t have to complete it again

Route2If you have qualifications to meet the minimum entry requirements to start your ACCA Qualification, you can achieve the Diploma on the way to gaining your ACCA Qualification. You will need to register as a student on the ACCA Qualification and complete:

The first three exams of the ACCA Qualification. These are: F1 Accountant in Business, F2 Management Accounting and F3 Financial Accounting

A professionalism and ethics module called Foundations in Professionalism

Course DurationDiploma in Accounting and Business exams are available in both computer-based and written formats in June and December. You can complete this Diploma in 6 to 12 months and you will have to complete the Foundations in Professionalism before or after the exams to achieve this Diploma.


sTuDEnT PATHWAys

Graduates may choose to pursue ACCA

Student who wish to achieve the Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) will need to complete:

- 1 years’ relevant practical experience in accounting role to show you can use your knowledge from the exams in the workplace.

- Complete 2 additional specialist exams

- FTX Foundations in Taxation

- Foundations in Financial Management

- Foundations in Audit


You could work in the following type of roles:

Basic bookkeeping Trainee accountant in a

commercial organisation or accounting practice

Accounts clerk in public sector.

sTuDEnT PATHWAys

You can go on to complete the Diploma in Accounting and Business.


You could work in a variety of roles including:

A bookkeeping or cost clerk role in a small to medium size organisation

A range of accounting administration roles within an accounting department of a larger organisation or financial shared service centre.

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FIAMODULESYNOPSIS


INTRODUCTORYCERTIFICATEINFINANCIALANDMANAGEMENTACCOUNTING

FA1 – Recording Financial TransactionsTo introduce the basic accounting systems and documentation that will be encountered in the workplace. To develop knowledge and understanding of the operational aspects of maintaining accounting records and procedures and to learn how to record these transactions in the books of prime entry, including introduction to the principles of double entry and understanding how a computerised and a manual accounting system work.

MA1 – Management InformationTo introduce the student to the knowledge of basic cost information required for management accounting. To develop the knowledge and ability to recognise, collect and record basic cost and revenue information for planning and control including the use of spreadsheets in management accounting.

INTERMEDIATECERTIFICATEINFINANCIALANDMANAGEMENTACCOUNTING

FA2 – Maintaining Financial RecordsTo introduce the fundamental principles of accounting and to develop the knowledge and understanding of the techniques used to maintain accounting records.

To produce accounting records including ledger accounts, sales tax records (where applicable), control accounts, reconciliations, and extract and correct an initial trial balance also making the adjustments necessary to produce an extended trial balance. The syllabus also covers accounting for the business transactions of sole traders and partnerships.

MA2 – Managing Costs & FinanceTo develop the knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques used in recording, analysing and reporting costs and revenues for internal management purposes. To demonstrate and develop applicable cost concepts in making short term decisions and the application of spreadsheets in management accounting.

DIPLOMAINACCOUNTINGANDBUSINESS

FAB – Accountant in BusinessTo understand business in the context of its environment, including economic, legal, and regulatory influences on such aspects as governance, employment, health and safety, data protection and security. Additionally, to introduce certain aspects of the regulatory framework as they affect auditing and governance, examining the roles of internal and external auditors and introducing the importance of internal control. The syllabus also introduces key management and people issues such as individual and team behaviour, leadership, motivation, personal effectiveness and professional ethics in accounting and business

FMA – Management AccountingTo develop the knowledge and ability to apply appropriate management accounting concepts and foundations in acountancy techniques for decision making, planning and control including forecasting techniques, the preparation of budgets and standard costs and performance measurement.

FFA – Financial AccountingTo develop knowledge and understanding of the underlying principles and concepts relating to financial accounting and to demonstrate technical proficiency in the use of double entry techniques, including the preparation and interpretation of basic financial statements for sole traders, companies and simple groups of companies.

study AidsCourseMaterialsKaplan Publishing offers study materials for FIA qualifications, including FIA textbooks, exam kits and pocket notes.

Full-timeCourses are conducted in the mornings or afternoons. Full-time courses are suitable for overseas international students.

MyKaplanOnlineBlendedLearningMyKaplan Blended Learning pushes the boundaries of traditional learning to give you total flexibility, putting you in 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.

Course CommencementEducationCoursesFull-term Education Courses commences in January (for June exams) and July (for December exams) of each year.

RevisionCoursesRevision courses are conducted in May (for June exams) and November (for December exams).

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Entry Requirements 18 years old and above Minimum 2 GCE ‘A’ Level and 3 GCE ‘O’ Level credits in English and

Mathematics or 3 LCCI Higher Level passes (individual passes or diploma) and 2 LCCI

Intermediate Level passes in Book-keeping and English for Commerce with 2 GCE ‘O’ Level credits in English and Mathematics. All five subjects must be distinct (different) subjects or

Polytechnic Diplomas, recognised University Degrees or Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) or

FIA Diploma in Accounting and Business

ExemptionsACCA offers exemptions for those who have a degree or diploma or other professional qualifications. Alternatively, you can pursue the ACCA qualifications through FIA Diploma in Accounting and Business. All students must contact ACCA to confirm their exemptions. Detailed information on exemptions can be found at http://www.accaglobal.com/exemptions.

Course syllabusYou will have two levels to complete: Fundamentals and Professional, comprising 16 papers of which you are required to pass 14 papers, unless exemptions are awarded.

Fundamental Level (9 Papers) Knowledge Modules - 3 papers Skills Modules - 6 papers

Professional Level (5 Papers) Essential Modules - 3 papers Options Modules - 2 papers


After graduating, you may seek career opportunities in: Auditing Financial and Credit Management Financial Reporting Management Accounting Strategic Business Planning Taxation Treasury Management

sTuDEnT PATHWAys

Students will be able to do a BSc(Hons) in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brooks University (UK).

AbouttheAssociationofCharteredCertifiedAccountants

ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is the global body for professional accountants. ACCA aims to offer business-relevant, first-choice qualifications to people of application, ability and ambition around the world who seek a rewarding career in accountancy, finance and management. ACCA supports its 154,000 members and 432,000 students throughout their careers, providing services through a network of 80 offices and centres.


THE AssoCIATIon oF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCounTAnTs (ACCA)

PREPARATORYCOURSEFORTHEASSOCIATIONOFCHARTERED CERTIFIEDACCOUNTANTS(ACCA)EXAMINATION

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Examinations ACCA examinations are held twice a

year – June and December Candidates are allowed to sit for a

maximum of four (4) papers at each examination sitting

Candidates are given up to ten years from the date of registration to complete all examination papers

study AidsCourseMaterialsKaplan Publishing offers study materials for ACCA qualifications, including ACCA textbooks, exam kits and pocket notes.

MyKaplanOnlineBlendedLearningMyKaplan Blended Learning pushes the boundaries of traditional learning to give you total flexibility, putting you in 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.

Course CommencementEducationCoursesFull-term Education Courses commences in January (for June exams) and July (for December exams) of each year.

Full-timeCourses are conducted in the morningsor afternoons. Full-time courses aresuitable for overseas internationalstudents.

RevisionCoursesRevision courses are conducted in May (for June exams) and November (for December exams).

FundamentalsLevel(9Papers)

KnowledgeModule

F1 – Accountant in BusinessTo develop knowledge and understanding of the business environment and the influence this has on how organisations and accountants operate, and of the role of the accountant and other key business functions in contributing to an efficient, effective and ethical organisation, and to build knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of effective management.

F2 – Management AccountingTo develop knowledge and understanding of how to prepare and process basic cost and quantitative information to support management in planning and decision-making in a variety of business contexts.

F3 – Financial AccountingTo develop knowledge and understanding of the underlying principles, concepts and regulations relating to financial accounting and technical proficiency in the use of double-entry accounting techniques, including the preparation of basic financial statements and from December 2011 will also include preparation of basic consolidated financial statements and interpretation of financial statements.

SkillsModule

F4 – Corporate and Business LawTo develop knowledge and skills in the understanding of the general legal framework, and of specific legal areas relating to business, recognising the need to seek further specialist legal advice where necessary.

F5 – Performance ManagementTo develop knowledge and skills in the application of management accounting techniques to quantitative and qualitative information for planning, decision-making, performance evaluation and control.

F6 – TaxationTo develop knowledge and skills relating to the tax system as applicable to individuals, single companies, and groups of companies.

F7 – Financial ReportingTo develop knowledge and skills in understanding and applying accounting standards and the theoretical framework in the preparation of financial statements of entities, including groups, and how to analyse and interpret those financial statements.

F8 – Audit and AssuranceTo develop knowledge and skills in the process of carrying out the assurance engagement and its application in the context of the professional regulatory framework.

F9 – Financial ManagementTo develop knowledge and skills expected of a financial manager - relating to issues affecting investment, financing, and dividend policy decisions.

ProfessionalLevel(5Papers)

EssentialsModule(all3papers)

P1 – Governance, Risk & EthicsTo apply relevant knowledge, skills, and exercise professional judgement in carrying out the role of the accountant relating to governance, internal control, compliance, and the management of risk within an organisation - in the context of an overall ethical framework.

P2 – Corporate ReportingTo apply knowledge, skills, and exercise professional judgement in the application and evaluation of financial reporting principles and practices in a range of business contexts and situations.

P3 – Business AnalysisTo apply relevant knowledge, skills, and exercise professional judgement in assessing strategic position, determining strategic choice, and implementing strategic action through business process and structural change, coordinating knowledge systems and information technology, and by managing quality processes, projects, and people.

OptionsModule(choose2papersonly)

P4 – Advanced Financial ManagementTo apply relevant knowledge, skills, and exercise professional judgement as expected of a senior financial executive or advisor, in taking or recommending decisions relating to the financial management of an organisation.

P5 – Advanced Performance ManagementTo apply relevant knowledge, skills, and exercise professional judgement in selecting and applying strategic management accounting techniques in different business contexts and to contribute to the evaluation of the performance of an organisation and its strategic development.

P6 – Advanced TaxationTo apply relevant knowledge, skills, and exercise professional judgement in providing relevant information and advice to individuals and businesses on the impact of the major taxes on financial decisions and situations.

P7 – Advanced Audit and AssuranceTo apply relevant knowledge, skills, and exercise professional judgement in analysing, evaluating, concluding and reporting on the assurance engagement and other audit and assurance issues in the context of best practice and current developments.


THE AssoCIATIon oF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCounTAnTs (ACCA)

ACCAMODULESYNOPSIS

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oxFoRD BRooKEs unIvERsITy (oBu)

EligibilityAn ACCA student is automatically opted into the BSc Scheme when they register for the ACCA qualification. If a student chooses to opt out of the revised degree scheme during registration, they can opt back in before they have attempted either, or all, of Papers F7, F8 & F9. If you have passed any of these 3 subjects, you cannot register onto the BSc degree.

To be awarded the BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting, you must:

Opt in to do the BSc with ACCA UK before passing any of the 3 ACCA Fundamental papers F7, F8 and F9

Pass the three ACCA Fundamentals papers F7, F8 & F9 & pass other papers as required to successfully complete all nine Fundamentals Level papers

Complete the ACCA Professional Ethics Module by stipulated date from Oxford Brookes University, before submission of project.

Complete and pass the Oxford Brookes University Research and Analysis Project

Complete the BSc degree scheme within 10 years of your initial registration onto the ACCA’s professional qualification, even if you convert from one ACCA qualification to another during that 10-year period

You must successfully complete the Fundamental level exam papers F1-F9 and complete the Professional Ethics module before submitting a Research and Analysis Project to Oxford Brookes University. You are required to pay a project submission fee to Oxford Brookes University with your project submission fee.

You will gain access to the Professional Ethics module via myACCA as soon as you become eligible to take Paper P1, Governance, Risk and Ethics.

Programme structureTutorials

These tutorials will equip you with the necessary skills required to complete both your Research Report and Skills & Learning Statement. They will cover:

Choosing your topic Research & analysis methods Writing your report Communicating with your Mentor Presentation skills Preparing your Skills & Learning Statement Submission procedures

OnlineMentoring

To provide guidance and support in preparation for your Skills & Learning Statement. This online support is provided by Kaplan Learning Institute mentor. However, should you require additional support, you can book meetings with our mentors to discuss the challenges which you are facing.

GroupPresentation

You will be given the opportunity to deliver a 15-minute presentation on your Report to your peers in accordance with the Oxford Brookes University’s requirements.

E-LearningWebsite

Kaplan Learning Institute provides students with an online tool to help you track your progression. Our mentor will monitor your progress to ensure that you are kept on track towards your project submission.

ACCA/OxfordBrookesUniversityApprovedResearchandAnalysisProjectGuide

In addition, students will receive an ACCA/Oxford Brookes University Approved Research and Analysis Project Guide from Kaplan Publishing, which includes a list of recommended topics for your report and extensive guidance notes on how to conduct your research.

ACCA/OXFORDBROOKESUNIVERSITYBSc(Honours)inAppliedAccountingStudents studying for their ACCA qualifications now have the opportunity to obtain a degree from Oxford Brookes University, a recognised and highly respected UK university. This programme enables ACCA students to obtain an Oxford Brookes degree, BSc (Honours) in Applied Accounting, upon the successful completion of the ACCA Fundamental Level examinations.


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HowtoApply

EduTrustKaplan Learning Institute has been awarded with the EduTrust certification.This is an acknowledgement of KLI quality excellence in its programmes and services as well as business operations. As required by the Council for Private Education (CPE), it has put in place mandatory requirements which include fee protection scheme, medical insurance coverage and the use of a standard PEI-student contract.

Fee Protection scheme (FPs)Under the Fee Protection Scheme (FPS), Kaplan Learning Institute has put in place an insurance arrangement that ensures fees paid by students to the school are insured by Lonpac Insurance Bhd, a CPE appointed service provider. The insurance protection serves to protect the students’ fees in the event a Private Education Institution (PEI) is unable to continue operations due to insolvency, and/or regulatory closure. Furthermore, the FPS protects the student if the PEI fails to pay penalties or return fees to the student arising from judgments made against it by the Singapore courts. The FPS is compulsory for all local and international students taking courses at PEIs seeking EduTrust certification. FPS applies to all courses with duration of more than 1 month or 50 hours. Students enrolled in these courses will be required to pay a fee for FPS which varies depending on the fees of the courses insured.

Medical InsuranceKaplan Learning Institute has put in place medical insurance under which all its students (except those specifically allowed to opt out under EduTrust certification guidelines) will be covered for hospitalisation on annually. AXA Insurance Singapore Pte Ltd has been appointed as the insurance provider. The fee payable for the entire duration of the course is indicated in the fee schedule of the student contract.

standard student ContractIt is a mandatory requirement by the CPE that all students, both local and international, sign the student contract with Kaplan Learning Institute upon the acceptance of the offer made by Kaplan Learning Institute during the admission process. (Note: Student contract will not be required for non-award programmes with a duration of less than 50 hours or 1 month). The student contract serves to minimize future disputes and hence, has to be completely understood by students prior to course fee payment. Please refer to CPE website (www.cpe.gov.sg) for details on EduTrust, fee protection scheme, medical insurance coverage and standard PEI-student contract.

supplementary FeesA fee of $150 per intake is compulsory for all student pass holders. The supplementary fees include access to an online platform supported by Kaplan UK which will provide students with in-depth and additional revision and study material to aid in their ACCA journey.

Application and selectionConsiderable care is taken by the Kaplan Learning Institute, part of Kaplan Learning Institute in the selection of students. Usually, Immigration & Checkpoints Authority of Singapore (ICA) requires an estimated 2- 4 weeks to process each application. Therefore, it is advisable for potential student to apply for admission into Kaplan Learning Institute at least 45 days before the start of each intake. The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) of Singapore requires all foreign students to hold a valid student pass for their full-time study in Singapore, a minimum of 90% attendance must be attained.

All students are require to sit for a mandatory Pre-Admission English test conducted by Kaplan Learning Institute.

Documents required for Kaplan Learning Institute Preparatory programme application:

1. Kaplan International Student Application Form2. Form 16, V36 completed and signed3. Two recent passport-sized photograph (WHITE

background)4. Student’s Passport (Photocopy)5. Student’s Birth Certificate (Certified true copy)6. Student’s Official Educational Certificate (Certified true

copy)7. Transcripts (Certified true copy)8. Bank statement deposit (advisable S$40,000) (This is

applicable for visa-required countries, Except Malaysia, Vietnam, Brunei, Indonesia)

9. Student & parents’ letter of employment (if applicable)10. Student’s marriage certificate (if applicable)


APPLICATIon - InTERnATIonAL sTuDEnTs

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KaplanLearningInstituteInternationalStudentAdministrativeProcesses(ACCA/FIA)

ACCA & FIA student Membership submission Procedures All ACCA & FIA students must register online via www.accaglobal.com/applynow and become ACCA members.

Students must submit online with the following documents:

- £79 by credit card/debit card- Scan copies of all educational and professional certificates

with detailed result transcripts (and official English translations where appropriate)

- Scan copy of identity card or passport- Passport size photograph

The closing dates for membership and exam registration are based on the early, standard and late exam entry dates as follows:Students are encouraged to register 20 days prior the deadline set by ACCA. ACCA will not be liable for any late entries received after the stipulated deadline set.

ACCA will take about 15 working days to process applications. You will receive a unique ACCA Number to have access to MyACCA where you will register for your exams online.

There will be no refund should you withdraw your student registration application after submission. Please note that the submission of ACCA and FIA registration is solely the responsibility of the student.

Step1–ChecktheAdmissionRequirements

Find out the admission requirements for the course you are interested in. For information about specific course pre-requisites and the recognition of qualifications not listed, please contact us at [email protected].

Step2–FillintheApplicationFormsandPrepareSupportingDocuments

International students are required to apply for a Student Pass to study full time in Singapore and only upon approval, students are then allow to attend classes. Immigration usually takes about 2 to 4 weeks to process an application and please take note that as a Student Pass holder, you are strictly not allowed to engage in any form of work (whether paid or unpaid). Kindly fill up and submit the attached Form 16 and V36 together with the following documents to Kaplan for the processing of your Student’s Pass Application. It is important that the forms are completed fully, accurately and duly signed.

Please refer to the Kaplan Singapore International student application document checklist before submission.

Step3–SendusYourApplicationFormandSupportingDocuments

Please send the duly completed application forms and supporting documents. Payment of school fees can be made through Cash/NETS/Debit or Credit (Master/Visa Card/Bank Draft/Cheque/Telegraphic Transfer).

Step4–AcceptingYourOffer/StudentPassApproval

A letter of offer will be issued once you have been accepted into Kaplan Learning Institute. The letter of offer will state the course details and fee structure. We will process the Student’s Pass application upon the acceptance of the offer. Processing of student pass by ICA takes 2 – 4 weeks before results are released.

Step5–ReportingtoSchool&CollectingYourStudent’sPass

Once the Student’s Pass is approved, an In-Principle-Approval (IPA) letter will be issued by ICA. The IPA will be sent to you. Please report to school at least 1 week before course commence date and complete Student’s Pass formalities with ICA.

JUNEEXAMS8 March Early Exam Entry8 April Standard Exam Entry8 May Late Exam Entry

DECEMBEREXAMS8 September Early Exam Entry8 October Standard Exam Entry8 November Late Exam Entry

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refund policy can be found in Kaplan Learning Institute Student Handbook and website.

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Enrolment and purchases will only be recognised upon receipt of payment.

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All bona-fide students will receive a Kaplan Student Access Card.

Kaplan Learning Institute reserves the right to vary, amend or discontinue any or all of the discounts as it deems appropriate.

Kaplan Learning Institute reserves the right to vary or cancel any of the courses described or alter the composition of the relevant lecturing team, as well as the venue for lectures should the circumstances so require.

TransferPolicy: - TransferofClasses: After enrolment, any transfer of

class will be subjected to seats availability. Transfer to class conducted by the same lecturer is subjected to $20 admin fee; transfer to a class conducted by a different lecturer will be subjected to a $100 admin fee.

- TransferofCoursesandIntakes: Student who wish to transfer the course of study to a new intake must withdraw from the current course and the refund policy applies.

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commencement date. - There is no exchange of materials purchased with courses

after course commencement date. RefundsforWithdrawalWithoutCause: Where students

withdraw from the Course, KLI shall review after receiving the student’s written notice of withdrawal and refund to the Student within 7 working days, the following sums:

% of (the amount of fees paid under Schedules B and C). Please refer to Student Contract

If Student’s written notice of withdrawal is received

80%(“Maximum Refund”) More than [60] days before the course commencement date

60%Before, but not more than [60] days before the course commencement date

50%Before, but not more than [29] days before the course commencement date

0%On or after the course commencement date

Cooling-offPeriod: KLI offers students a cooling-off period of 7 working days after signing their student contract. Students can submit written notice of withdrawal to KLI and receive the Maximum Refund amount stipulated above (less any Course Fees consumed by the Student if the withdrawal date is later than the Course Commencement Date* and the Student has started the Course. Any administrative charges which are stipulated in the Miscellaneous Fees and any applicable bank administrative charges properly paid/payable)

*Course Fees consumed is calculated based on number of sessions consumed divide by total number of sessions x total course fee paid

Non-TuitionFees: The following fees are non-refundable under any circumstances:

- New International student application fee* - Local Transfer student application fee* - Kaplan student transfer fee (KHEA)*

*applicable for International students only - Student membership fees payable to ACCA The following fees are non-refundable after commencement of

classes: - Fee Protection Scheme Insurance - Medical Insurance Premium (If Student Pass’s Application

is rejected by Immigration and Checkpoint Authority (ICA), Medical Insurance Premium will be refunded)

CreditNoteRefund: - (Based on stipulated deadline set by Kaplan Financial)

- Upon release of exam results in the months of February and August, students who wish to transfer to another module will have to withdraw from their current paper enrolled and a 50% credit note refund will be issued to them. Students may use the credit note to offset the course fee for their next paper enrolment and top up any difference in course fees.

- If students withdraw from paper(s) due to exemption before course commencement, students may get full credit note refund equal to the nett course fee paid on enrolment. No refund will be given after course commencement.

Terms and Conditions when utilizing credit note(s): - Credit notes are non-transferable and not exchangeable for

cash. - Credit notes that are not fully utilized upon expiry will not be

extended and will be forfeited. - Under extenuating circumstances, students can write in to

request for refund. - Use of credit notes is applicable to KLI course registration

only, and not for purchase of course materials. WithdrawalWithoutCause: KLI will review all written notice of

withdrawal supported by relevant documents on a case by case basis within 4 weeks. KLI will consider the following as grounds for request to withdraw:

(i) Overseas assignments of more than 1 month with official letter from company

(ii) Medical reasons certified by a Singapore registered doctor, eg Hospitalization

(iii) Pregnancy certified by a Singapore registered doctor (iv) Reservist service of more than 1 month with official document (v) Exemption granted by relevant institution Withdrawal/RefundProcedure: - Student must inform Program Management in writing and

complete a Course Withdrawal Form with reasons for withdrawal/refund accompanied with relevant supporting documents.

- All requests for withdrawal/refund are subject to KLI’s approval.

- The student concern will be informed of the final decision in writing within 4 weeks.

- Upon approval, student will be withdrawn from their course. - Refund where applicable will be available within 7 working

days from date of approval. - Student will be required to collect the cheque personally from

our Reception Counter. They will need to provide a letter of authorization if they wish to authorize a third party to collect on their behalf.

- Student will need to sign on the Student Acknowledgement Checklist upon collection of the cheque/credit note.

- Where students have withdrawn/transferred from the course, material fees of $50 per course will be chargeable if student has collected the materials.

- Strictly no refund for any withdrawal or transfer of class on or after commencement of lessons for students who already have access to MyKaplan Account.

ConfidentialityClause: Kaplan Learning Institute shall treat all students’ particulars with the strictest confidence for legitimate purpose and will not disclose to external parties.


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PROGRAMMES COMMENCEMENT DATE

ESTiMATEDCOuRSE FEES

iNTERNATiONAl STuDENT APPliCATiON FEES

FoundationsofAccountancy(FIA)- PreparatoryCoursefortheAssociationofCharteredCertifiedAccountants(ACCA)IntroductoryCertificateinFinancialandManagementAccounting

- PreparatoryCoursefortheAssociationofCharteredCertifiedAccountants(ACCA)IntermediateCertificateinFinancialandManagementAccounting

- PreparatoryCoursefortheAssociationofCharteredCertifiedAccountants(ACCA)DiplomainAccountingandBusiness

Intakes

IntroductoryandIntermediateCertificate

January, March, July and September

DiplomaJanuary and July

Full course fee (7 papers):

S$4,200.00+

Revision course fee:S$645.00+

International application fee:S$642.00

Local transfer student fee:S$340.00

Kaplan Singapore student transfer fee:

S$80.00

PreparatoryCoursefortheAssociationofCharteredCertifiedAccountants(ACCA)Examination

MainIntakeJanuary & July

Full course fee:S$10,600.00+

Revision course fee:S$4,695.00+

International application fee:S$642.00

Local transfer student fee:S$340.00

Kaplan Singapore student transfer fee:

S$80.00

OxfordBrookesUniversity(OBU) January & July

Full course fee: S$800.00

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Note: Information is correct at time of print. All Prices are quoted in Singapore dollars and are inclusive of prevailing GST.Kaplan Learning Institute reserves the right to revise the fees and commencement dates without prior notice.

+Estimated course fees do not include ACCA membership and exam fees.

programme list 2015

Kaplan Learning Institute Pte Ltd

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(65) 6733 1877 [email protected]

www.kaplan.com.sg/kli

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