Preparatory Course For Singapore CA Qualification
- Course Description
- The Qualification
- Pathways To Obtain The Qualification
- Programme Eligibility
- Qualification (foundation) Modules
- Qualification Modules
- Revision Classes Schedules
- Important Dates
- Student Handbook/withdrawal & Refund Policy
Singapore’s National Chartered Accountant Qualification
The Singapore CA Qualification is the National CA qualification, developed by the Singapore Accountancy Commission (SAC), and administered by the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA).
SAC is a statutory Board under the Singapore Ministry of Finance.
An Asian Touch
The Singapore CA Qualification boasts a curriculum of industry-relevant skills that are crucial for accountants that are much needed in the corporate world.
It involves a perfect blend of elements combining the demands of the Singapore and Asian market, making it an accounting programme that is distinctive and unparalleled.
Careers Abound
With a Singapore CA certification, professionals can choose from a wide range of career paths in the business and financial sector.
The qualification would equip them for directorships as well as roles such as Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and Chief Financial Officers (CFOs).
Apart from supervisory and managerial roles, professionals can also develop their careers in financial accounting, auditing, risk management and banking and financial services.
Your Pathways to the Singapore CA Qualification
The Singapore CA Qualification accepts candidates from a vast spectrum of academic backgrounds from holders of a recognised accountancy degree to those who have degrees in other disciplines, local polytechnic diplomas in accountancy as well as undergraduates.
Pave Your Way to Success
Firstly, identify your entry route into the Singapore CA Qualification. These routes include having a direct entry degree, accredited degrees or other degrees, or advanced diploma in accountancy.
Next, apply to be a candidate for the Singapore CA Qualification and complete the foundation programme if it is required.
Then, get a job with an accredited training organisation and complete the Singapore CA Qualification (Professional Programme) simultaneously with the hands-on experience (three years of relevant work experience).
Get a Good Head Start with the Foundation Programme
Those without an accredited accountancy degree can still apply to study for the Singapore CA Qualification through the Foundation programme. It imparts to candidates essential technical knowledge for problem inquiry, critical thinking skills, and effective communication needed for the accounting profession.
Advance with the Professional Programme
The Singapore Chartered Accountant designation is a mark of professional excellence.
The Singapore CA qualification is formulated to develop accountants who are exemplary leaders in the corporate world. They will be sought after for their knack to come up with remarkable strategies that will provide high value as well as specially designed services to firms they work in.
The Singapore CA Qualification (Professional Programme) is an advanced course that encourages the development of higher-order skills of application, reasoning, synthesis, and assessment.
The combination of this advanced knowledge along with hands-on experience at work in an accredited training organisation will well equip accountants of the next generation to be exemplary business leaders for the fast-paced economy.
Foundation Programme
Applicants with any of the following are eligible for the Foundation programme:
- Accredited degrees
- Other degrees
- Undergraduates (with effect from 1 July 2017 onwards)
- Local Polytechnic Diploma in Accountancy
Accredited Degrees
The following are accredited degrees:
- National University of Singapore – Bachelor of Business Administration
- University of London International Programmes
– Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance
– Bachelor of Science in Accounting with Law
– Bachelor of Science in Banking and Finance - RMIT University
– Bachelor of Business (Accountancy) (including full-time and part-time programmes)
Other Degrees
Applicants with other degrees are also eligible provided the degree is recognised by the Singapore Accountancy Commission (SAC). SAC recognises degrees that are comparable to a three-year undergraduate degree using internationally recognised reference sources. Click here for more details.
Undergraduates
From 1 July 2017, undergraduates are also eligible. However, the degree must be recognised by SAC as comparable to a three-year undergraduate degree using internationally recognised reference sources.
Local Polytechnic Diploma in Accountancy
Holders of a local Polytechnic Diploma in accountancy can enroll into SAC-NP Advanced Diploma in Accountancy which shares the same centralised examinations as the Singapore CA Qualification (Foundation).
Professional Programme
Applicants must satisfy both the Academic and Practical Requirements outlined below.
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
Applicants need to have either of the following:
- Direct Entry Degree
Applicants must possess one of the following degrees for no more than 5 years commencing from the date of conferment.
- Nanyang Technological University
- Bachelor of Accountancy
- Master of Science in Accountancy (previously known as Master of Business Administration (Accountancy))
- National University of Singapore – Bachelor of Business Administration (Accountancy)
- Singapore Management University – Bachelor of Accountancy
- Singapore University of Social Sciences – Bachelor of Accountancy (part-time included)
- Singapore Management University – Master of Professional Accounting
- Singapore Institute of Technology – Bachelor of Accountancy
Applicants who have had an accredited degree for more than 5 years may have their working experience considered for direct admission on a case-by-case basis.
- Accredited Degree or Other Degree
Applicants must possess an accredited degree or other degree that is recognised by SAC and have completed the Singapore CA Qualification (Foundation) programme. For a list of universities or institutions recognised by the SAC, please click here.
PRACTICAL REQUIREMENTS
To register, the applicant must be employed in an Accredited Training Organisation (ATO). The ATOs issue a Training Agreement and assign an Approved Mentor to their Candidates.
Each revision class be completed in 10 sessions (30 hours per subject).
Modules
- Principles of Financial Reporting
- Advanced Financial Reporting
- Accounting for Decision Making
- Assurance
- Financial Management
- Singapore Taxation
Each revision class be completed in 5 sessions (16 hours per subject).
Modules
The Singapore CA Qualification consists of six modules, out of which five are examinable:
- Capstone – Integrative Business (IB)
Four Technical Modules:
- Financial Reporting (FR)
- Assurance (AR)
- Business Value, Governance & Risk (BG)
- Taxation (TX)
The revision course provided to candidates will complement the Singapore CA Qualification (Foundation) and Singapore CA Qualification.
Download the course schedules for:
- Singapore CA Qualification (Foundation)
October 2018 Intake - Singapore CA Qualification
October 2018 Intake
Foundation Programme
ENROLMENT
| Singapore CA Qualification (Foundation) | All year round* |
| Examination Enrolment Window** | 8 August 2019 – 30 September 2019 |
*Should you wish to apply for exemptions, please submit your Admission Application to ISCA 14 working days before the examination enrolment deadline. Should you wish to sit for the June 2019 examinations for the Foundation Programme / Advanced Diploma in Accountancy, please submit your Singapore CA Qualification (Foundation) Admission Application to ISCA 7 days before the examination enrolment deadline.
**For late enrolments after the examination enrolment window closes, please email to [email protected]
DECEMBER 2019 EXAMINATIONS
| Examination Dates (Mode: e-Examinations) | |
| Accounting for Decision Making (ADF) | 9 December 2019, 9.30am – 12.45pm |
| Principles of Financial Reporting (PFF) | 11 December 2019, 9.30am – 12.45pm |
| Advanced Financial Reporting (AFF) | 10 December 2019, 9.30am – 12.45pm |
| Singapore Taxation (TXF) | 4 December 2019, 9.30am – 12.45pm |
| Financial Management (FMF) | 5 December 2019, 9.30am – 12.45pm |
| Assurance (ASF) | 6 December 2019, 2.00pm – 5.15pm |
DECEMBER 2019 EXAMINATION RESULTS
| Results | |
| Examination Results Release Date | 7 February 2020 |
| Deadline for Appeal on Examination Results | 21 February 2020 |
| Appeal Outcome | Within 7 working days upon receipt of appeal form and payment |
ENROLMENT AND EXAMINATION PERIODS FOR THE YEAR
| Examination Session | Enrolment Period | Examination Period |
| June Examination Session | 2nd week of February – 2nd week of April | 2nd week of June |
| December Examination Session | 2nd week of August – 2nd week of October | 2nd week of December |
Professional Programme
ENROLMENT
| Singapore CA Qualification | All year round |
| Ethics & Professional Modules* | 8 August 2019 – 30 September 2019 |
| Examination Enrolment Window** | 8 August 2019 – 30 September 2019 |
*You must complete the existing Ethics & Professionalism module by 28 July 2019. If you are unable to do so, you will have to enrol for the new Ethics & Professionalism modules from 8 August 2019 and its enrolment fees will apply.
**For late enrolments after the examination enrolment window closes, please email to [email protected]
DECEMBER 2019 EXAMINATION DATES
| Examination Dates | |
| Taxation (TX) | 10 December 2019, 2.00pm – 5.15pm |
| Business Value, Governance and Risk (BG) | 9 December 2019, 2.00pm – 5.15pm |
| Assurance (AS) | 5 December 2019, 2.00pm – 5.15pm |
| Financial Reporting (FR) | 4 December 2019, 2.00pm – 5.15pm |
| Integrative Business Solutions (IB) | 6 December 2019, 9.30am – 2.00pm |
DECEMBER 2019 EXAMINATION RESULTS
| Results | |
| Examination Results Release Date | 7 February 2020 |
| Deadline for Appeal on Examination Results | 21 February 2020 |
| Appeal Outcome | Within 7 working days upon receipt of appeal form and payment |
ENROLMENT AND EXAMINATION PERIODS FOR THE YEAR
| Examination Session | Enrolment Period | Examination Period |
| June Examination Session | 2nd week of February – 2nd week of April | 2nd week of June |
| December Examination Session | 2nd week of August – 2nd week of October | 2nd week of December |
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