The programme prepares participants in performing research and analysis work. Participants will undergo 3 modules for a holistic learning experience and be equipped with the necessary foundational and practical knowledge on topics relating to investment tools, asset classes and valuation, portfolio management, wealth planning, ethics and professional standards.

The programme will also feature a practical workshop session for application of financial statement analysis. Bridging modules specially designed to cover important special topics like technical analysis, different asset classes and an overview of the financial industry regulatory framework. As an added feature, the curriculum is designed to meet and prepare candidates for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Level 1 examination.

The trainers engaged for the programme are all experienced trainers in conducting either-in house or public programmes with a minimum of 3 years of teaching experience and are experts in their field of specialisation.

Young professionals and graduates for entry level research analysts’ positions or graduates seeking employment and a career in investment research or a related field. CFA Level 1 exam candidates.

This programme aims to provide aspiring Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Level I candidates with an overview of the financial services industry and enhance their knowledge on technical analysis, financial reporting and analysis, money markets, commodities and collective investment scheme. This programme also provides non-industry candidates with basic understanding of the financial services industry to prepare them for the CFA Level I examination.

The programme features supplementary workshops to cover fundamental topics as an added feature, designed to prepare candidates for the CFA Level I examination.

Our faculty comprises of experienced and dedicated CFA charterholders who have extensive banking industry experience.

Programme duration: 5 months
Intakes: January and July
Class schedule: Weekdays and weekends. Click here for class schedule.
Venue: Kaplan City Campus, 51 Cuppage Road Levels 2 to 4

Fees before FICS Funding: S$6,600
Fees after FICS Funding: S$660*

Graduates and professionals seeking for a career in investment management and those who are intending to pursue the CFA Level I.

Contact: Ms Christina Phang
Contact No: (65) 6309 5713
Email: christina.phang@kaplan.com
Web Site: www.kaplan.com.sg

The SMU FICS Training: Introduction to Financial Statement Analysis (IV) is an introductory programme on understanding financial statements and financial analysis in investment evaluation.

The curriculum covers key components of financial statements and interpretation of financial ratios. It also includes an introductory session on the use of technical charting as an analytical tool in investment analysis.

Practical and essential accounting knowledge, calculation methodology will be taught in lectures. Exercises and case discussions are included to reinforce the technical knowledge and application.

Programme duration: To be advised
1st intake: To be advised
Class schedule: to be advised
Venue: Singapore Management University campus

Gross: To be advised
Net of 90% funding: To be advised ^
^ Fees exclude GST. Terms and conditions apply.

Investors, research assistants, junior analysts, non- finance graduates and professionals seeking to understand how to interpret financial statements.

Contact: Ms Clara Low / Ms Jaclyn Mah
Contact No: (65) 6828 1937 / 6828 0254
Web Site: http://www.smu.edu.sg/centres/fti/index.asp

Module 1 provides the participants with the big picture of banking, i.e. the essentials of banking economics, financial markets, macroeconomic developments and monetary policy, institutions, banking analytics as well as financial products (loans, equities, bonds, foreign exchange, derivatives).

Module 1: The Principles of Banking
- Part 1: Banking and Money
- Part 2: Customer Needs – Customer Relationship – Marketing
- Part 3: Valuation and Financial Products

1. Quality Learning: The Swiss Asia Banking School offers high-end expertise by integrating the cutting edge of Swiss and global banking management DoHow & KnowHow.
   
2. Coached Learning: Students of the Swiss Asia Banking School will be coached throughout the programme – they never have to learn alone.
   Learning With The Experts: Swiss banking and finance experts with a strong track record in professional education at all levels are committed to passing on their extensive financial industry insights.
   
3. Interactive Learning: The Swiss Asia Banking School is a centre of competence with an innovative, virtual learning platform combining video, web based training and teachers’ blog.
   
4. Focussed Learning: The training approach focuses on the systematic integration of cutting edge Swiss as well as global banking management and science.
   

The Bank Manager Programme Module 1: The Principles of Banking has a duration of 5 days.

The fee for The Bank Manager Programme Module 1: The Principles of Banking is SGD$5,500 (before FICS Funding).

The Bank Manager Programme Module 1: The Principles of Banking targets those who are currently working in a bank or financial institution, or those who are currently not in the banking and finance industry but who would like to pursue a career in this industry.

Tel: 6474 3176
Email: info@sa-bs.com