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Kaplan Learning InstituteStudent ProspectusSingapore 2013

Welcome to Kaplan Singapore 02

Studying in Singapore 03

The Kaplan City Campuses 04

Studying at Kaplan Financial 05

Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) 06

Preparatory Course for the Association of Chartered 09 Certified Accountants (ACCA) Examination

Oxford Brookes University (OBU) 11

Certificate for Professional English for Finance (PEF) 12

Application - International Students 13

Application - Local Students 14

Refund Policy 15

Testimonials 16

Terms & Conditions 17

Programme List 18

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welcome tokaplan singapore

We build futures one success story at a time.

Kaplan Learning Institute Singapore 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, test preparation, and professional training. Kaplan Inc. is a subsidiary and the largest division of The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO).

our Financial programmes in singapore our Vision, mission and Values

Kaplan Financial, a department of Kaplan Learning Institute, prepares over 30,000 students a year for professional accountancy exams through a total of 28 training centres around the UK and Asia; and all centres have been awarded gold and platinum status under the Approved Learning Partner - Student Tuition in recognition of the quality of tuition provision for ACCA students.

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.

VisionTo be the private education institution of choice.

MissionKaplan Singapore helps Individuals achieve their educational and career goals. We build futures one success story at a time.

ValuesIntegrity • Knowledge • Support • Opportunity • Results

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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 a reputation for transparency, as the country is gearing to attract 150,000 international students to its shores by 2015.

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 is integral to student life. 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 the Orchard and Dhoby Ghaut districts in central Singapore.

the kaplan city campus @ orchard

At 60,00 sq ft, Kaplan City Campus @ Orchard is our largest campus. The 35 classrooms and state-of-the-art facilities are spread across 4 floors. Prepare for classes at our campus library which is equipped with PC terminals, internet access, printers and photocopiers for your convenience. Students can also enjoy our conducive student lounge.

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, housing the sales, administrative and academic departments to accommodate the growth of our business with 32 classrooms. The campus facilities include a reference library, computer and photocopying facilities, wireless internet points, a student lounge and a student counsellor room.

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studying at kaplan Financial

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

distinctive image within the accounting industry.

accreditations Registered as a Private Education Institute with the Council of Private Education (CPE) Attained 4-year EduTrust since July 2011 Voted #1 in JobCentral Learning Survey 2011 & 2010 (Preferred Private Education Institution to pursue Professional

Certification/Short-Term Courses) Top 3 Best Private Schools in AsiaOne People’s Choice Awards

Registered under Enhanced Registration Framework , Council Private Education UEN: 199701260K Validity: 20/05/2010 – 19/05/2014

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aBout Fia Foundations in accountancy

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, with certificates, diplomas and a revised Certified Accounting Technician (CAT).

PREPARATORY COURSE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS (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 syllabus

To 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 duration

As the exams are on demand, they are available in both computer-based and paper format in June and December. You can complete Foundations in Professionalism before or after the exams. So you could complete this certificate in six months or even less.

exemptions

You may be exempted from certain modules if you have some relevant qualifications. Please visit http://www.accaglobal.com/exemptions to check what exemptions you may claim based on your previous qualifications.

Foundations in accountancy (Fia)

student pathways

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

Note: Information is correct at time of print.

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.

PREPARATORY COURSE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS (ACCA) INTRODUCTORY CERTIFICATE IN FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

PREPARATORY COURSE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS (ACCA) INTERMEDIATE CERTIFICATE IN FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

PREPARATORY COURSE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS (ACCA) DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING AND BUSINESS

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PREPARATORY COURSE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS (ACCA) INTERMEDIATE CERTIFICATE 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 syllabus

To 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 to gain 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 duration

As the exams are on demand, they are available in both computer-based and paper format in June and December.You can complete Foundations in Professionalism before or after the exams, thus you can complete this certificate in 6 months or even less.

exemptions



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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PREPARATORY COURSE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS DIPLOMA IN ACCOUNTING AND BUSINESS

entry requirements

16 years old Mature student over 21 years old with 1 year working experience IELTS 5.5 or pass in English language at GCE ‘O’ level or its equivalent

course syllabus

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

Route 1If 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

Route 2If 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

* 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 duration

For your information, there is a 10-year time limit to complete the exams before achieving the ACCA Qualification. You can sit the exams on demand as computer-based exams, or paper-based exams in June and December. You can complete Foundations in Professionalism before or after the exams, thus you can complete this Diploma in 6-12 months.

exemptions



student pathways

Graduates may choose to pursue ACCA

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

- 1years’relevantpracticalexperienceinaccountingroletoshowyoucanuseyourknowledgefromtheexamsintheworkplace.

- Complete2additionalspecialistexams

-FTXFoundationsin Taxation

-Foundationsin Financial Management

-FoundationsinAudit


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.

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preparatory course For the association oF chartered certiFied accountants (acca) eXamination


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

exemptions

ACCA 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 syllabus

You 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 Optional 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).

about association of chartered certified accountants

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 member sand 432,000 students throughout their careers, providing services through a network of 80 offices and centres.


PREPARATORY COURSE FOR THE ASSOCIATION OF CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS (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 options

At Kaplan Financial, we recognise that balancing work and personal commitments with studying is not easy. To help, we offer a variety of ways to study for the ACCA exams.

Full-timeCourses are conducted in the mornings or afternoons. Full-time courses are suitable for overseas international students.Duration: 3 hours per lecture

Part-timeCourses are conducted in the evenings and/or on weekends.Duration: 3 hours per lecture

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

Student E-Portal Online TestsThis is only available for selected papers. Online tests allow students to gauge their level of understanding of the topics. As it is internet based, you can attempt the tests at your own pace and in the comfort of your home.

course commencement

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

Intensive CoursesWe offer intensive courses for students who are re-sitting or simply wish to fast-track to the next stage. These courses commence in Feb/Mar and Aug/Sep after the release of the exam results for the previous examination sitting.

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

Fundamentals Level (9 Papers)

Knowledge Module

F1 Accountant in Business

F2 Management Accounting

F3 Financial Accounting

Skills Module

F4 Corporate and Business Law

F5 Performance Management

F6 Taxation

F7 Financial Reporting

F8 Audit and Assurance

F9 Financial Management

Professional Level (5 Papers)

Essentials Module (all 3 papers)

P1 Governance, Risk & Ethics

P2 Corporate Reporting

P3 Business Analysis

Options Module (choose 2 papers only)

P4 Advanced Financial Management

P5 Advanced Performance Management

P6 Advanced Taxation

P7 Advanced Audit and Assurance



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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.

admissionThe minimum academic entry requirements for registering on the BSc degree are:

2 ‘A’ Levels and 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels including Mathematics and English

Oxford Brookes University recognises a number of other qualifications which satisfy the minimum English language requirement, including a pass in Paper F4 Corporate & Business Law prior to attempting Papers F7, F8 & F9

- Students who do not have an acceptable English language qualification, will be permitted to register for the BSc degree only after they have passed Paper F4 Corporate & Business Law

- If you are a CAT student who has passed the CAT Advanced Level exam papers, you meet all the entry requirements for the BSc degree

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

Online Mentoring

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

Group Presentation

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-Learning Website

Kaplan Financial 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/Oxford Brookes University Approved Research and Analysis Project Guide

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/oXFord Brookes uniVersity Bsc (honours) in applied accountingStudents 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.

oXFord Brookes uniVersity (oBu)


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course structureThe PEF consist of 3 Levels (Level 1 - Level 3)

Level 1 - Achieve at least Level K2 for Kaplan English Proficiency Test (KEPT)

PEF Stage I focuses on the fundamentals of Business English, targeted at students with a basic language competency for social routines. Students in the PEF Stage I module will interpret simple material on topics relating to leisure activities, problem solving, travel, food and entertainment, sales, ideas about marketing, future plans, company cultures, skills needed for a job, ideas about careers, selling online, company types, developing ideas and giving suggestions, corporate entertaining, stress management and managing people

Learning outcomes: Acquire and utilise expressions relating to the workplace

and talking about companies Interpret information read on solving problems Produce ideas relating to marketing and sales of products Discuss ideas on marketing and planning


PEF Stage II progresses onto the subordinate level of Business English, targeted at students with the ability to independently communicate in work situations. Students in the PEF Stage II module will be guided on a higher level of analysis, interpretation and examination on Finance and Business topics such as: conflict management, conditions for starting new businesses, product presentation, branding, making arrangements, socialising and networking, taking part in meetings, dealing with money and figures, advertising and presentations, culture awareness in business, managing meetings, negotiations, complaining on the telephone, decision-making, presentation techniques, international marketing, building relationships, handling difficult situations and risks and reaching agreement.

Learning outcomes: Examine conflicts and utilise negotiating skills in solving

conflicts Analyse and apply crisis management techniques Develop strategies based on brainstorming ideas Produce and present ideas in finance and banking Acquire and utilise expressions for talking about finance Diagnose and apply presentation skills and negotiation

techniques Analyse and create global branding ideas Examine conflict scenarios and problem-solve the situations


The final stage in the PEF programme leads to the foremost level of Business English, targeted at students with a higher level of communication skills. Students in PEF Stage III will be introduced to an advanced level of analysis, synthesising and presentation on topics such as: e-commerce presentation, resolving conflict, raising finance, customer service, crisis management, management styles, takeovers and mergers, future of business, international networking, telephone strategies, partnerships & negotiating, problem solving and proposal writing, employment trends and resolving conflicts, business ethics and managing meetings, presentations in finance and banking, negotiating sales, strategy and brainstorming, doing business online, new business and project management.

Learning outcomes: Examine conflicts and utilize negotiating skills in solving

conflicts Analyse and apply crisis management techniques Develop strategies based on brainstorming ideas Produce and present ideas in finance and banking

CERTIFICATE FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH FOR FINANCE (PEF)Intake: January / February / April / July / August / October

certiFicate For proFessional english For Finance (peF)


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application - international students

how to apply

application and selectionConsiderable care is taken by the Kaplan Financial in the selection of students. Usually, Immigration & Checkpoints Authority of Singapore (ICA) requires an estimated 2 - 6 weeks to process each application. Therefore, it is advisable for potential student to apply for admission into Kaplan Financial 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.

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 Financial 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 Financial 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, outpatient and related medical treatment for the entire course duration. 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 Financial upon the acceptance of the offer made by Kaplan Financial 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.

english languageNew International students who do not have an IELTS score of 5.5 and above or its equivalent are encouraged to enroll on our 6-month English language programme, Certificate in Professional English for Finance (PEF), before you embark on the ACCA qualification. Please contact our staff for more information.

supplementary classesIt is compulsory for all student pass holders (except those who have enrolled for at least 1 class per day from Monday to Friday) to attend our supplementary classes comprising of assignments and enrichment activities. These classes are payable at a fee of $100.00 per semester.

acca & FiaNew students who wish to enroll in Kaplan Financial’s Preparatory course for Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)/Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) will need to become an ACCA member by registering online via ACCA global website, http://www. accaglobal.com/en/qualifications/apply-now.html. Please allow ACCA UK up to 2 weeks to process your application. Registration can be made up to 1 month before the examination date.

Documents required for Kaplan Financial Preparatory programme application:

1. Duly completed application form2. Form 16, V36 completed and signed ICA Form eForm16,(eForm 16)3. Two recent passport-sized photograph (WHITE background) Two recent

passport-sized photograph (WHITE background)4. Student’s Passport (Photocopy) Student’s Passport (Photocopy)5. Student’s Birth Certificate (Certified true copy) Current student’s pass

(Photocopy)6. Student’s Official Educational Certificate (Certified true copy) Student’s Birth

Certificate (Certified true copy)7. Transcripts (Certified true copy) Highest qualification certificates and

Transcripts8 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)

Please see attached International Student Enrollment form for the full checklist.

peFAll students are require to sit for a mandatory Pre-Admission English test conducted by Kaplan Financial.

Documents required for Kaplan Financial Preparatoryprogramme application:

1. Pre-admission English test results2. Duly completed application form3. Form 16, V36 completed and signed ICA Form

eForm16,(eForm 16)4. Two recent passport-sized photograph (WHITE background)

Two recent passport-sized photograph (WHITE background)5. Student’s Passport (Photocopy) Student’s Passport

(Photocopy)6. Student’s Birth Certificate (Certified true copy) Current

student’s pass (Photocopy)7. Student’s Official Educational Certificate (Certified true copy)

Student’s Birth Certificate (Certified true copy)8. Transcripts (Certified true copy) Highest qualification

certificates and Transcripts9. Bank statement deposit (advisable S$40,000)

(This is applicable for visa-required countries, except Malaysia, Vietnam, Brunei, Indonesia)

10. Student & parents’ letter of employment (if applicable)11. Student’s marriage certificate (if applicable)


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application - local students

how to apply

acca & FiaNew students who wish to enroll in Kaplan Financial’s Preparatory course for Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)/Foundations in Accountancy (FIA) will need to become an ACCA member by registering online via ACCA global website, http://www. accaglobal.com/en/qualifications/apply-now.html. Please allow ACCA UK up to 2 weeks to process your application. Registration can be made up to 1 month before the examination date.

Documents required for Kaplan Financial Preparatory programme application:

1. Duly completed application form2. Certified/notarised copy of highest qualification certificates and transcripts3. Medical Insurance Proof4. A copy of Work Permit/S Pass/Employment Pass (if applicable)

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 Financial 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 Financial 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, outpatient and related medical treatment for the entire course duration. 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 Financial upon the acceptance of the offer made by Kaplan Financial 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.


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refund policy

There is strictly no refund of course fees after course commencement date.

Cooling-off Period: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 must be properly paid)

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

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

New International student application fee Local Transfer student application fee Kaplan Singapore’s student transfer fee (KHEA) Student membership fees payable to ACCA

The following fees are non-refundable after commencement of classes:

Fee Protection Scheme Insurance *Medical Insurance Premium

* If the student pass Application is rejected by Immigration and Checkpoint Authority (ICA), Medical Insurance Premium will be refunded.

Refunds for Withdrawal Without Cause: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 aggregate amount of the fees paid

If student’s written notice of withdrawal is received

80%(“Maximum Refund”) More than 60 days before the Course Commencement Date

60%30 to 60 days before the Course Commencement Date

50%29 days or less before the Course Commencement Date

0% On the Course Commencement Date

0% After the Course Commencement Date

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Elaine Tan is very experienced and has a good teaching style. She makes the effort to ensure that we understand the concepts before moving on. A quality very valuable and appreciated in any lecturer.Epi Ang

As time is the biggest constraint in any examination, understanding and memorising the course materials is important. Under the excellent tutorage of Joanne Cheong, I was able to fully realise my academic potential. Kaplan has provided excellent teaching and materials and I am fully confident that I will continue to succeed with them.Ivy Chee Pei Wen

The ACCA is considered to be very challenging. P7 exam exceptionally so. However, the lecturer made a usually dry subject very interesting. This, together with encouragement and discussions with classmates and frequent exercises and class tests, prepared me well for the exam and helped me to enjoy the subject as a life skill instead of a mere academic paper.Tan Hsu Ling

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terms & conditions General: Procedures on course withdrawal, transfer and refund

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

Registration with ACCA is the responsibility of the individual student.

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

All course fees quoted are inclusive of GST unless otherwise stated and must be paid in full.

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.

Transfer Policy: - Transfer of Classes: After enrollment, any transfer of

class will be subject 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.

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

Refund Policy: - There is strictly no refund allowed after course

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

after course commencement date. Refunds for Withdrawal Without Cause: 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 aggregate amount of the fees

If Student’s written notice of withdrawal is received

80%(“Maximum Refund”) More than 60 days before the Course Commencement Date

60%30 to 60 days before the Course Commencement Date

50%29 days or less before the Course Commencement Date

0% On the Course Commencement Date

0% After the Course Commencement Date

Cooling-off Period: 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 must be properly paid)

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

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

- New International student application fee - Local Transfer student application fee - Kaplan Singapore’s student transfer fee (KHEA) - 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.

Credit Note Refund - (Based on stipulated dateline set by Kaplan Financial)

- Upon the release of exam results in the months of February and August, students who are enrolled in the Education Program (January & July Intakes) will be eligible for a one-time transfer of papers within the same module (different papers) or lower module.

- Students transferring to a paper of a higher level or of a higher value are allowed to withdraw from current paper and receive 50% refund of course fee in the form of credit note which can be used to offset the course fee of their next paper enrolment during the Intensive Intakes (February/March or August/September Intakes) or within the credit note 6 months validity period.

- If students withdraw from paper(s) due to exemption before course commencement, students may get credit notes equal to the nett course fees 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 course registration only,

and not for purchase of course materials. Withdrawal Without Cause: KLI will review all written notice

of withdrawal supported by relevant documents on a case by case basis within 2 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/Refund Procedure: - Student must inform Program Management in writing

and complete a Course Request 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 2 weeks.

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

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

from our 2nd Level 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.

Confidentiality Clause: 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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PROGRAMMESCOMMENCEMENT

DATEESTiMATED

COuRSE FEES

iNTERNATiONAl STuDENT APPliCATiON

FEES

Foundations of Accountancy (FIA)- Preparatory Course for the Association

of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Introductory Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting

- Preparatory Course for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Intermediate Certificate in Financial and Management Accounting

- Preparatory Course for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Diploma in Accounting and Business

Main IntakeJanuary & July

Intensive IntakeFebruary/March & August/September

Full course fee:$3,395.00+

Revision course fee:$600.00+

International Application fee:$642.00

Local Transfer student fee:$340.00

Kaplan Singapore student transfer fee: $30.00

Preparatory Course for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Examination

Main IntakeJanuary & July

Intensive IntakeFebruary/March &

August/September*

Full course fee:$9,790.00+

Revision course fee:$4,445.00+




Oxford Brookes University (OBU) January & JulyFull Course fee:

$800.00–

Certificate for Professional English for Finance (PEF)- Level 1- Level 2- Level 3

January, February,April, July, August

and October

$2,000.00 - $6,000.00




programme list2013-2014

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 notice.

* Only Applicable for Local students.+Estimated course fees do not include ACCA membership and exam fees.

Kaplan Learning Institute Pte Ltd

Kaplan City Campus @ Orchard51 Cuppage Road #02-01 Singapore 229469

(65) 6733 1877 [email protected]

www.kaplan.com.sg/kli

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