Preparatory Course For Singapore CA Qualification
- Course Description
- Introduction
- Qualification Pathways
- Programme Eligibility
- Qualification (foundation) Modules
- Qualification Modules
- Course Schedules & Fees
- Important Dates
- Student Contract & Handbook
Singapore’s National Chartered Accountant (CA) 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 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 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 degrees that are 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)
Foundation Programme
DECEMBER 2020 EXAMINATION ENROLMENT
| Singapore CA Qualification (Foundation)* | All year round |
| Ethics & Professionalism Modules Enrolment | 1 July 2020 – 30 September 2020 |
| Examination Enrolment Window** | 1 July 2020 – 30 September 2020 |
*If you wish to apply for exemptions, please submit your online request for module exemption assessment 14 working days before examination enrolment deadline. Email [email protected] or refer here for more information.
**For any late enrolment (within 15 days after the examination enrolment window closes), please email [email protected]. Late examination enrolment fee applies.
DECEMBER 2020 EXAMINATION DATES (Mode: e-Examinations)
| Principles of Financial Reporting (PFF) | 7 December 2020, 2.00pm to 5.15pm |
| Financial Management (FMF) | 8 December 2020, 2.00pm to 5.15pm |
| Assurance (ASF) | 9 December 2020, 2.00pm to 5.15pm |
| Singapore Taxation (TXF) | 10 December 2020, 2.00pm to 5.15pm |
| Accounting for Decision Making (ADF) | 11 December 2020, 2.00pm to 5.15pm |
| Advanced Financial Reporting (AFF) | 14 December 2020, 2.00pm – 5.15pm |
DECEMBER 2020 EXAMINATION RESULTS
| Results | |
| Examination Results Release Date | To be advised |
| Deadline for Appeal on Examination Results | To be advised |
| Appeal Outcome | Within 7 working days upon receipt of appeal form and payment |
Please visit https://www.sac.gov.sg/scaq for updates to examination result information.
Professional Programme
DECEMBER 2020 EXAMINATION ENROLMENT
| New Candidate Application: Singapore CA Qualification | All year round |
| Ethics & Professional Modules Enrolment | 1 July 2020 – 30 September 2020 |
| Examination Enrolment Window* | 1 July 2020 – 30 September 2020 |
*For any late enrolment (within 15 days after the examination enrolment window closes), please email [email protected]. Late examination enrolment fee applies.
DECEMBER 2020 EXAMINATION DATES (Mode: e-Examinations)
| Financial Reporting (FR) | 15 December 2020, 2.00pm – 5.15pm |
| Taxation (TX) | 16 December 2020, 2.00pm – 5.15pm |
| Business Value, Governance and Risk (BG) | 17 December 2020, 2.00pm – 5.15pm |
| Integrative Business Solutions (IB) | 18 December 2020, 9.30am to 2.00pm |
| Assurance (AS) | 18 December 2020, 2.00pm to 5.15pm |
DECEMBER 2020 EXAMINATION RESULTS
| Results | |
| Examination Results Release Date | To be advised |
| Deadline for Appeal on Examination Results | To be advised |
| Appeal Outcome | Within 7 working days upon receipt of appeal form and payment |
Please visit https://www.sac.gov.sg/scaq for updates to examination result information.
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