Diploma in Business Practice (Accounting)
About This Course
The Diploma in Business Practice (Accounting) (DBACC) focuses on developing key financial and accounting skills required in the business sector. It equips working professionals and career switchers with foundational and advanced knowledge on financial accounting, taxation, auditing and management accounting, preparing them for roles such as Accounting Executive and Audit Associate / Audit Assistant Associate in various industries.
As part of the revamp, key updates include:
- Enhanced curriculum structure, incorporating industry feedback for relevancy
- Practical and competency-based assessments for real world application
- Flexible learning modes including blended learning and compressed schedules
- Stronger industry partnerships, ensuring alignment with evolving job market needs
What You'll Learn
- Develop strong financial literacy and technical accounting skills
- Gain practical knowledge in business taxation and corporate financial management
- Understand audit processes, financial compliance, and sustainability reporting
- Apply date analytics and digital tools in accounting and finance
- Apply learned skills and knowledge into an integrated capstone project
Entry Requirements
GCE ‘O’ Levels:
(3 relevant passes and at least 1-year relevant working experience)
English: 6
Mathematics: 6
Any relevant subject (excluding CCA): 6
FT Nitec:
GPA > 3.5 OR
GPA > 3.0 and 1 year of relevant working experience
PT Nitec in Technology/Services:
GPA > 3.5 and 1 year of relevant working experience
FT Higher Nitec:
GPA > 2.0 OR
GPA > 1.5 and 1 year of relevant working experience
PT Higher Nitec in Technology/Services:
GPA > 2.0 and 1 year of relevant working experience
WSQ Diploma: Relevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or higher) with 1 year of relevant working experience and Level 6 for both WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA & Workplace Numeracy SOA.
Without any of the relevant academic qualifications:
At least 2 years of relevant working experience.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on supporting evidence of competency readiness.