The Certified Financial Planner or CFP Mark is the most comprehensive and hence most widely respected professional certification in the financial planning industry. Recognised internationally, this prestigious certification singles out individual who have proven technical competence & significant practical experience.
This program conducted by FTC Kaplan aims to equip candidates with a firm foundation in the process of financial planning. It also provides student with a thorough understanding of the investment market & a strong grasp of the various financial products, services and strategies. The program comprises six comprehensive modules are structured with an equal emphasis on all financial planning disciplines, enabling students to prepare and write sound, comprehensive financial plans for their clients.
Profile :
About FTC Kaplan:
FTC Kaplan is a leading provider of professional qualifications & business training in the UK and Asia. Founded in 1958, FTC Kaplan is one of the UK's longest established financial training companies. In Feb 2003, FTC Kaplan became part of the Kaplan group of companies. Kaplan Inc is the world's largest training co & is itself a subsidiary of The Washington Post Group.
FTC Kaplan Singapore is one of the most successful training centres in the FTC group. Founded in 1997, FTC Kaplan Singapore is an approved & registered training centre with the Ministry of Education & was awarded Premier Registered status by ACCA. In June 2003, we were proud to be a recipient of Singapore Quality Class (SQC) for Private Education Organisations.
FTC Kaplan Singapore dominates the S'pore market for the provision of professional accountancy training with more than 5,000 students every year including several hundred overseas students mainly from China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia & Vietnam.
Participants :
This course will be invaluable to individuals seeking a career in financial services or individuals seeking to advance their professional standing in the following fields:
Financial Advisory
Wealth Management
Banking
Insurance
Trust and Estate Planning
Investment Management
Accounting
Law
Entry Criteria :
Full GCE "A" Level certificate (minimum 2 "A"s and 2 "O"s)
or alternatively
Minimum three years working experience
Applicants must also apply to be FPAS members when enrolling in the program.
Syllabus :
The CFP Certification Education Program comprises six modules:
Module 1: Foundations in Financial Planning
Module 2: Risk Management and Insurance Planning
Module 3: Tax Planning and Estate Planning
Module 4: Investment Planning
Module 5: Retirement Planning
Module 6: Financial Plan Construction and Professional Responsibilites
2. Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) (Professional Qualifications) *Featured* more details
Discipline :
Accounting
Description :
CAT qualification is a highly regarded accounting technician qualification designed for people who are looking to start a career in finance, achieve recognition for the skills and experience already gained in employment or gain accelerated progression to the ACCA Professional Scheme.
Students who are anxious to proceed to the next stage of their studies or who are retaking a particular paper will find the March course structure ideal for the June 2007 examinations.
New classes will be starting for Papers 1, 2, 3 and 4 in March 2007. Students enrolling on the Advanced level courses will attend a few 'catch-up' lessons before joining the existing classes which started in January 2007.
You will enjoy maximum benefits from this intensive course programme. We will cover all areas of the syllabus in a concentrated study schedule with revision sessions and mock exams.
Profile :
About FTC Kaplan:
FTC Kaplan is a leading provider of professional qualifications & business training in the UK and Asia. Founded in 1958, FTC Kaplan is one of the UK's longest established financial training companies. In Feb 2003, FTC Kaplan became part of the Kaplan group of companies. Kaplan Inc is the world's largest training co & is itself a subsidiary of The Washington Post Group.
FTC Kaplan Singapore is one of the most successful training centres in the FTC group. Founded in 1997, FTC Kaplan Singapore is an approved & registered training centre with the Ministry of Education & was awarded Premier Registered status by ACCA. In June 2003, we were proud to be a recipient of Singapore Quality Class (SQC) for Private Education Organisations.
FTC Kaplan Singapore dominates the S'pore market for the provision of professional accountancy training with more than 5,000 students every year including several hundred overseas students mainly from China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia & Vietnam.
Course Structure :
Each lecture is of a 3-hour duration. There are between 13 to 20 lectures per subject.
Intensive revision classes are included as part of the programme.
Entry Criteria :
Candidates should preferably have GCE 'O' Level passes with credits in English and Mathematics.
At least 16 years of age
Syllabus :
The syllabus is divided into three levels:
Introductory
Intermediate and
Advanced
All papers in the Introductory & Intermediate Levels are compulsory. Advanced Level contains 3 compulsory papers & optional papers. You are required to take 2 optional papers. You only need to pass 9 papers unless exemptions are awarded.
Introductory Paper 1 Recording Financial Transactions Paper 2 Information for Management Control
Intermediate: Paper 3 Maintaining Financial Records Paper 4 Accounting for Costs
Advanced: Paper 5 Managing People and Systems Paper 6 Drafting Financial Statements Paper 7 Planning, Control & Performance Management
Option Papers (Choose 2 from 3) Paper 8 Implementing Audit Procedures Paper 9 Preparing Taxation Computations Paper 10 Managing Finances
Programme Fees :
For March 2007 Intake
Introductory Paper 1 Recording Financial Transactions - 13 Lectures @ $300 Paper 2 Information for Management Control - 13 Lectures @ $300
Intermediate: Paper 3 Maintaining Financial Records - 18 Lectures @ $370 Paper 4 Accounting for Costs - 20 Lectures @ $370
Advanced: Paper 5 Managing People and Systems - 16 Lecturs @ $420 Paper 6 Drafting Financial Statements - 18 Lectures @ $420 Paper 7 Planning, Control & Performance Management - 14* Lectures @ $360
Option Papers (Choose 2 from 3) Paper 8 Implementing Audit Procedures - 17 Lectures @ $420 Paper 9 Preparing Taxation Computations - 17 Lectures @ $420 Paper 10 Managing Finances - 16 Lectures @ $420
Students who are anxious to proceed to the next stage of their studies or who are retaking a particular paper will find the March course structure ideal for the June 2007 examinations.
Students enrolled for one-term course will join the existing class which started in January 2007. THere will be catch-up classes to cover the lessons missed. Students will enjoy maximum benefits from this intensive course programme. We will cover all areas of the syllabus in a concentrated study schedule.
To complete your examination preparations, you may wish to sign up for the Revision Course in May 2007.
Profile :
About FTC Kaplan:
FTC Kaplan is a leading provider of professional qualifications & business training in the UK and Asia. Founded in 1958, FTC Kaplan is one of the UK's longest established financial training companies. In Feb 2003, FTC Kaplan became part of the Kaplan group of companies. Kaplan Inc is the world's largest training co & is itself a subsidiary of The Washington Post Group.
FTC Kaplan Singapore is one of the most successful training centres in the FTC group. Founded in 1997, FTC Kaplan Singapore is an approved & registered training centre with the Ministry of Education & was awarded Premier Registered status by ACCA. In June 2003, we were proud to be a recipient of Singapore Quality Class (SQC) for Private Education Organisations.
FTC Kaplan Singapore dominates the S'pore market for the provision of professional accountancy training with more than 5,000 students every year including several hundred overseas students mainly from China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia & Vietnam.
Course Structure :
Each lecture is of a 3-hour duration. They are mostly conducted on a weekly basis. There are between 18 to 22 lectures per paper for full-term courses.
Intensive courses commence in February / March and August / September, there are between 13 to 18 lectures per subject.
Most "catch-up" lessons are conducted during the weekends before joining the existing full-term classes.
Revision courses of between 6-8 lectures are conducted over an intensive 3-4 day period.
Entry Criteria :
Professional Examination Route (PER)
2 GCE 'A' Level & 3 GCE 'O' Level credits inclusive of credits in GCE 'O' Level English & Mathematics
3 LCCI Higher Level passes (Individual passes or diploma) & 2 LCCI Intermediate Level passes in Book-keeping & English for Commerce with 2 GCE 'O' Level credits in English & Mathematics. All 5 subjects must be distinct (different)
Polytechnic Diplomas & University Degrees in Singapore
PSB Advanced Dip. in Business Studies, Dip. in Business Administration & Dip. in Management & Finance
SIM Dip. in Management Studies & Dip. in Business Management
IBF Dip. in Banking & Finance
MIS Dip. in Sales & Marketing
ITE Certificate in Business Studies - Accounting
All other local qualifications not listed above & overseas qualifications may be assessed under PER (w or w/o exemptions)
Mature Student Entry Route (MSER) - Above 21 years of age
Syllabus :
The Syllabus is divided into three parts (Part 1, 2 & 3).
All Parts 1 and 2 papers are mandatory. Part 3 includes mandatory core papers as well as option papers. You are required to take 2 optional papers. You only need to pass 14 papers unless exemptions are awarded.
You can progress through the syllabus at your own pace. It is possible to take up to four papers at one exam session, taking papers in numerical order. Only the three core papers must be passed and sat in the same session.
However, ACCA operates a referral system for Part 3 core papers which means if you pass two of the three core papers and achieve a mark of between 30 - 49% in the third paper, you will be allowed the next two exam sessions to pass your remaining core paper. If unsuccessful in passing the referral within the next two exam sessions, then you will have to take all three core papers again. Examinations are held twice a year - in June and December.
Programme Fees :
For March 2007 Intake
Part 1 1.1 Preparing Financial Statements - 17 Sessions @ $360 1.2 Financial Information for Management - 17 Sessions @ $360 1.3 Managing People - 15 Sessions @ $360
Part 2 2.1 Information Systems - 17 Sessions @ $400 2.2 Corporate & Business Law - 16 Sessions @ $400 2.3 Business Taxation - 17 Sessions @ $400 2.4 Financial Management & Control - 11 Sessions @ $260 2.5 Financial Reporting - 17 Sessions @ $400 2.6 Audit & Internal Review - 15 Sessions @ $400
Home Study Package is also available to those unable to attend tutorials or wish to study independently
The worldwide recognition of the qualification will give your employers an instant appreciation of the level & depth of your knowledge of financial markets.
You will learn how to analyse equities, bonds, derivatives and financial statements effectively thus enhancing your business ability in these areas.
It is acknowledged that the added value that you will bring to your employer by gaining this qualification is often reflected in your remuneration.
The CFA® qualification has long been recognised as an equivalent to an MBA but it is well-known that financial markets employers prefer to employ a CFA® Charterholder to an MBA.
Profile :
About FTC Kaplan:
FTC Kaplan is a leading provider of professional qualifications & business training in the UK and Asia. Founded in 1958, FTC Kaplan is one of the UK's longest established financial training companies. In Feb 2003, FTC Kaplan became part of the Kaplan group of companies. Kaplan Inc is the world's largest training co & is itself a subsidiary of The Washington Post Group.
FTC Kaplan Singapore is one of the most successful training centres in the FTC group. Founded in 1997, FTC Kaplan Singapore is an approved & registered training centre with the Ministry of Education & was awarded Premier Registered status by ACCA. In June 2003, we were proud to be a recipient of Singapore Quality Class (SQC) for Private Education Organisations.
FTC Kaplan Singapore dominates the S'pore market for the provision of professional accountancy training with more than 5,000 students every year including several hundred overseas students mainly from China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia & Vietnam.
Entry Criteria :
Entrance Requirement:
Possess a Bachelor's Degree or
At least four years of professional work experience
As both the course & exams are highly technical, you should have sound numeric ability.
Syllabus :
Topic Area
Ethical and Professional Standards
Quantitative Methods
Economics
Financial Statement Analysis
Corporate Finance
Investment Tools
Analysis of Equity Investments
Analysis of Fixed Income Investments
Analysis of Derivatives
Analysis of Alternative Investments
Asset Valuation
Portfolio Management
Programme Fees :
2007 Fee Schedule: Fees for New Candidates (Payment Deadline: 15 March 2007)
