Why Study Finance and Accounting at DIMENSIONS?

Gold Standard Service Provider Award in Accountancy

 

The much-coveted Gold Standard Service Provider Award in Accountancy, conferred to DIMENSIONS by JobsCentral Learning, Singapore, recognises our strong standing in the private education terrain and demonstrates our unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality and industry-rich Accounting and Finance programmes as an anchor institution in Singapore.

 

With Singapore being ideally positioned as one of the world’s top financial centres, the demand for a bevy of highly skilled accounting and finance professionals will continue to surge over the coming decades. As such, DIMENSIONS has established quality partnerships with renowned universities and institutions to enable students to learn through an effective blend of practitioner-led sessions and case-study based pedagogy which helps them to obtain a thorough grounding in the advanced knowledge and practice of accounting and finance before stepping into the workforce.

Programme Introduction

The Advanced Diploma in Finance and Accounting (Level 5) is designed to enable learners to explore and demonstrate understanding in respect of the accounting and financial management underpinning the sophisticated business operation of enterprises.

 

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be awarded the Advanced Diploma in Finance and Accounting (Level 5) by DIMENSIONS International College and could further study for professional qualification or degree programme subject to the respective Institutions’/ Universities’ entry requirements at the point of application.

Objective

• To provide students with an understanding of the complexity of the business world and equip them with skills and abilities in the finance and accounting division to successfully assist in the management of an organisation.
• To develop the knowledge necessary for positions within a business environment.
• To create awareness in the growing trends of the business industries targeting areas of finance, accounts, economics and strategic management.
• To develop students’ theoretical understanding of business and culture in support of students’ academic development into a higher qualification.

Designed for

• Diploma graduates who intend to further their knowledge and skills in the business sector and subsequently progress into a Degree programme.
• Working adults with similar work experience who are looking for an upgrade.

Course Structure

Advanced Diploma in Finance and Accounting (Level 5) consists of 8 modules.

Course Outline

• Outline for Audit and Assurance
  This module aims to enable learners to develop an understanding of the concepts of auditing theory and practice, the objectives and reporting functions of the auditor and the tools used by the auditor. Learners also develop an understanding and skills in the management of business accounting systems, audit procedures and governing policies of the enterprises.
  
• Outline for Financial Management
  In the unit, the students will learn about managing finance with the business environment. They will also learn about the management of sources of funding, working capital investment decisions, risk and return and business performance using ratios.
  
• Outline for Organisational Behaviour
  The aim of this module is to develop student's understanding of individual and group behaviour in organisations and to examine current theories and their application in managing behaviour in the workplace.
  
• Outline for Taxation
  The module will equip learners with an understanding of the principles of taxation and the overall tax system in Singapore. Students will be equipped with a working knowledge of the critical aspects of taxation which may affect the activities of businesses and individuals. The module will focus on the two central taxes in Singapore, namely Income Tax and Good and Services Tax (GST).
  
• Outline for Financial Reporting
  This module aims to enable learners to prepare financial statements for different types of business, complying with relevant legal and regulatory provisions and the basic principles of group accounts. Learners will also develop tools for the interpretation of financial statements. In this module, learners will learn appropriate financial standards and frameworks for financial reporting and how they are related to the reporting of financial information. Upon successful completion of this module, students will be able to prepare, analyse and audit financial statements in a workplace context and interpret complex financial information.
  
• Outline for Management Accounting
  This module aims to develop in learners a practical understanding of the accounting techniques to analyse financial statements, investigate control systems and income generation methods, and measure business performance. Learners also need to apply cost and financial information for budgeting and forecasting purposes and are expected to develop to make effective short-term decisions.
  
• Outline for Global Business Environment
  The module aims to equip the students with an understanding of the global context in which organisations function. This module also helps the students to explore the dynamic nature of organisations through studying the impact of external factors such as political, legal and social and technological impacts on business operations.
  
• Outline for Business Research Methods
  This module aims to develop business research skills in students. They will identify a business issue, formulate research objectives, critically review related literature, and propose appropriate research methods for the collection, analysis and presentation of data. Upon successful completion of this module, students will be able to use scientific enquiry techniques to address various business-related issues and make informed decisions.
  

Scope of Study

Theories and practical lesson on Finance and Accounting

Delivery Mode

Classroom lectures, tutorials, group discussion, project, presentation, desktop research, etc

Commencement Date/Intakes

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DIMENSIONS reserves the right to change the intakes at any time without prior notice.

Course Fees

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1.	Application Fee (Non-refundable and non-transferable)	:S$	100.00
2.	Tuition Fee	:S$	8,800.00
3.	Administrative Fee	:S$	500.00
4.	Examination Fee	:S$	300.00
5.	Course Material	:S$	500.00
	9% GST	:S$	918.00
	Total	:S$	11,118.00

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Payment Mode

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Duration

The course duration is 8 months.
Maximum allowed period for a student to complete the course is 16 months.

Maximum Candidature Period

Student is not allowed to retake the course and/or request for a refund in the event if he/she fails to complete the programme within the maximum candidature period.

Opportunities for Further Education/Career Pathway

For career advancement, students can look forward to employment opportunities in these industries:

• Business Administration
• Marketing and Sales
• Business Economics
• International Business & Trade
• Other relevant sectors or industries

Notes:

• Graduates progression pathway is subject to the respective Institutions’/Universities’ entry requirements at the point of application.
• Foreigner’s application for jobs in Singapore is subject to the approval from the Ministry of Manpower of Singapore (MOM). DIMENSIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE any success rate of approval.

Entry Requirements

Academic Level:

Local students	Polytechnic Diploma or DIMENSIONS Business Diploma or Hospitality Diploma or other private Diploma (with equivalent entry requirements as Level 4 Diploma and subject to approval).
International students	Equivalent qualifications related to business from other countries (with equivalent entry requirements as Level 4 Diploma and subject to approval).

Note: Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

 

English Proficiency: At least IELTS 5.5 or CAE Level 4 or pass the English Proficiency Test at equivalent level conducted by DIMENSIONS. English proficiency may be considered to have been met and an IELTS score may not be required if applicant possesses a highest qualification where English was the sole medium of instruction.

Class Periods

Weekday (Monday to Friday)
Sessions will be conducted from 7.00pm to 10.00pm

and/or

Weekend (Saturday and/or Sunday)
Sessions will be conducted within 9.00am to 6.00pm

3 hours per session. All specific programme schedules will be reflected in the timetable.

Examination Period

At the end of each semester or course

Assessment Methods

Combination of assignments and examinations

Assessment Grading Criteria

A : (80 marks and above)
B : (70 – 79 marks)
C : (60 – 69 marks)
D : (50 – 59 marks)
F : Fail (49 marks and below)

Assessment Weighting

Module Name	Assessment Methods (Weighting)
Audit and Assurance	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)
Financial Management	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)
Organisational Behaviour	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)
Taxation	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)
Financial Reporting	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)
Management Accounting	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)
Global Business Environment	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)
Business Research Methods	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)

Expected Examination Results Release Date

Not more than 3 months after the final assessment

Qualification Award

Advanced Diploma in Finance and Accounting (Level 5) awarded by DIMENSIONS International College

Graduation Requirements

A “Pass” in all assignments and examinations

Teacher – Student Ratio

Average teacher-student ratio is 1:35
Note: The number of students in the classroom is subject to the maximum seating capacity.