Diploma in Finance and Accounting (Level 4) (Part Time)

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 Diploma in Finance and Accounting (Level 4) is designed to equip students with the essential financial and accounting knowledge, to enhance both vocational and academic status to meet the ever demanding industry. From theories to applicable skills, the course covers a broad overview of accounting and financial management and why it is the core of every business operations. Students will also be equipped with system and technological knowledge to enhance their skills to meet increasing demands for making accounting and financial decisions in this modern era.

 

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be awarded the Diploma in Finance and Accounting (Level 4) by DIMENSIONS International College. Students may consider progressing to study Advanced Diploma in Finance and Accounting (Level 5) or Higher Diploma of related disciplines offered by DIMENSIONS.

Objective

• To provide general training and knowledge in core business areas
• To prepare students for positions within a business environment
• To create awareness in the growing trends of the business industries targeting finance, accounts, economics and quantitative measures.
• To develop basic understanding of business and culture in support of students’ academic development in the field of business management.

Designed for

• Students who intend to further their knowledge and skills in the business sector and subsequently progress into a Degree programme
• Students who are wish to build a foundation before entering the job market

Course Structure

Diploma in Finance and Accounting (Level 4) (Part Time) consists of 8 modules.

Course Outline

• Outline for Financial AccountingThe module equips students with knowledge of the essential accounting concepts, theories and systems of preparing and generating related financial statements. Successful students will be able to interpret and analyse the essential accounts and financial data, the financial health such as the liquidity, solvency and profitability of the company, and information supporting day-to-day business operations and decisions.
• Outline for Managing Information and TechnologyThe aims of the module are to introduce students to the roles and functions of management information systems in a business operation and introduce them to the techniques for the effective collection, storage and analysis of data for effective decision-making process via electronic and paper-based communication. It will require the students to develop practical applications as well as the ability to recommend how MIS should be used in business as a competitive advantage. Students will also be exposed to the technical aspects of data management.
• Outline for Digital AccountingThis module is to equip students with the knowledge and skills to work in a digital accounting platform and construct an integrated set of ledgers utilising appropriate accounting software. In addition, the students will be able to design accounting reports for periods and financial and management accounts, including reconciled bank statements and statutory reports, e.g. VAT returns.
• Outline for Personal and Professional DevelopmentThis module intends to help students to become an effective, confident, and self-directed person. Hence, students will have confidence and professional skills to aspire for their personal and career growth.
• Outline for Money and BankingThis module aims to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to the economics of money, banking and finance. It aims to provide an understanding of the workings of the monetary and financial systems and uses this understanding to assess and evaluate policy options and problems in economic, banking and finance. Besides, this module surveys basic theory and provides insights into the current debates in banking and finance.
• Outline for Financial ServicesThis module aims to provide learners with a comprehensive introduction to (UK) financial services, by focusing on the environment, key components and interrelationship of the financial system and legal concepts relevant to the retail financial advice. The module examines the Financial Corporate Advisory (FCA) approach to ethical and unethical behaviours and develops an understanding of the Code of Ethics and skills required to provide sound financial advice to clients.
• Outline for MarketingThe aim of this module is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills relating to the fundamental concepts and principles that underpin the marketing process and activities in business organisations.
• Outline for Investment PrinciplesThe aim of this module is to provide students with an overview of the types of investments available to private investors, e.g. equities, gifts, cash investments and collective investments, and to evaluate the merits and drawbacks of fundamental and technical analysis and be able to assess the relevance of the efficient market hypothesis to portfolio planning. Besides, the students will identify the factors which investors should apply to the selection and review of investments.

Scope of Study

Principles, theories and case studies related to finance and accounting

Delivery Mode

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

Commencement Date/Intakes

Click here to check the dates of Programme Intake for 2024
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DIMENSIONS reserves the right to change the intakes at any time without prior notice.

Course Fees

1.	Application Fee (Non-refundable and non-transferable)	:S$	100.00
2.	Tuition Fee	:S$	7,300.00
3.	Administrative Fee	:S$	500.00
4.	Examination Fee	:S$	200.00
5.	Course Material	:S$	600.00
	9% GST	:S$	783.00
	Total	:S$	9,483.00

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Payment Mode

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Duration

8 months of Institutional Training with the schedule and session sequence set according to the Scheme of Work
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 pathway, 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	GCE ‘A’ level with at least 1 subject pass or DIMENSIONS Business Foundation or Hospitality Diploma or other private Foundation Certificate (with equivalent entry requirements as Foundation Diploma in Business and subject to approval).
International students	Equivalent to Year 12 from the respective home country of the applicant.

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

Full-time(Face-to-face)

Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 11.30am and/or 12.15pm - 3.15pm and/or 3.30pm - 6.30pm

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

Part-time(Blended)

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

Financial ServicesAssignment (70%); Examination (30%)

Module Name	Assessment Methods (Weighting)
Financial Accounting	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)
Managing Information and Technology	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)
Digital Accounting	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)
Personal and Professional Development	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)
Money and Banking	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)
Marketing	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)
Investment Principles	Assignment (70%); Examination (30%)

Expected Examination Results Release Date

Not more than 3 months from final assessment.

Qualification Award

Diploma in Finance and Accounting (Level 4) 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.