Diploma in Professional Business English
- Full-time
- Overview
- Structure
- Admission Criteria
- Delivery & Assessments
- Fees & Commencement
Programme Description
The Diploma in Professional Business English offered by Kaplan Higher Education Academy (KHEA), is designed to develop non-native English speakers’ English language skills in preparation for successful entry into their into mainstream academic programmes of study.
The programme focuses on developing the skills students will need to become a successful and confident language user. By using authentic reading passages and unscripted recordings, the programme exposes students to English as it is being used around the world today. With purposeful integration of critical thinking, students will be able to develop strategies for success, both in and out of class.
They are assessed regularly with listening practice tests, oral presentations, unit tests, writing assignments and a final examination. Participation and the use of English in the class are also taken into consideration.
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Diploma in Professional Business English by Kaplan Higher Education Academy, Singapore. Students will be equipped with required language skills and ready to progress into any discipline of the Kaplan Higher Education Academy Diplomas.
Core Modules
The programme consists of 5 levels and may be completed in 10 months.
| Level | Estimated Duration |
| Level 1 | 2 months |
| Level 2 | 2 months |
| Level 3 | 2 months |
| Level 4 | 2 months |
| Level 5 | 2 months |
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Entry Requirements
Minimum age requirement: 15 years old
Students will have to meet the scores for either IELTS, TOEFL IBT, TOEIC or the Kaplan English Proficiency Test (EPT) to gain entry into the programme.
| Level |
IELTS Scores |
TOEFL IBT Scores |
TOEIC Scores |
Kaplan English Proficiency Test (EPT) |
|
1 |
Below IELTS 2.0 (All bands 1.5 or above) |
TOEFL IBT Below 10 | 250 and below |
Level 1 |
|
2 |
IELTS 2.5 (All bands 2.0 or above) |
TOEFL IBT 10 | 251-278 |
Level 2 |
|
3 |
IELTS 3.0 (All bands 2.5 or above) |
TOEFL IBT 20 | 279-404 |
Level 3 |
|
4 |
IELTS 4.0 (All bands 3.5 or above) |
TOEFL IBT 40 | 405-530 |
Level 4 |
|
5 |
IELTS 5.0 (All bands 4.5 or above) |
TOEFL IBT 60 | 531-600 |
Level 5 |
Delivery
The programme is taught over a 10-month period covering 5 levels. Classes are usually held on weekdays Monday to Friday, 5 times a week.
Assessment & Exams
Students are assessed regularly with weekly reviews, writing tasks, practice tests and a final examination. Participation and the use of English in class are also taken into consideration. This programme includes excursions and activities that take students out into the community to use the language they have learnt.
Tuition Fees
The total tuition fee covers registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops and main assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Diploma (if earned) and e-transcript.
For Singaporean/PR and International Student
| Fee inclusive of 8% GST
(applicable on or after 1 January 2023) |
|
| Programme Fee | S$13,891.50 payable in full |
Non-Tuition Fees
For Singaporean/PR
| Fee inclusive of 8% GST
(applicable on or after 1 January 2023) |
|
| Non-Refundable Application Fee | S$108 |
For International Student
| Fee inclusive of 8% GST
(applicable until June 2023 intakes) |
Fee inclusive of 8% GST
(applicable for July 2023 intake onwards) |
|
| Non-Refundable Application Fee | S$496.80 | S$518.40 |
| Administration Fee | S$9723 | S$1,0263 |
*Includes application for Kaplan Student Access Card, Student’s Pass, Fee Protection Scheme and Medical Insurance
All fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate. The prevailing GST rate from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 is 8%. From 1 January 2024, the GST rate will increase to 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
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Education Loan
Choice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs:
- Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.
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Commencement Date
There are 6 intakes per year:
February, April, June, August, October and December
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum class size: 35 students
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.
Maximum allowed candidature period: 2 times the required study duration (as stated in the student contract). If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.