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WSQ Accounting for Non-Finance Managers

Course Information

  • Sessions 2 days
  • Duration 16 hrs
  • Level Beginner
  • Assessment 2 hrs

Venue

12 Woodlands Square #07-85/86/87 Woods Square Tower 1, Singapore 737715. 5 mins walk from Woodlands (NS9) MRT station.

The venue is disabled-friendly.

Skills Framework

TSC Title
Accounting Standards
TSC Code
ACC-CRP-4001-1.1 TSC

Learning Outcomes

By end of the course, learners should be able to:

  • LO1: Input required data into accounting systems accurately and ensure transactions follow regulatory frameworks.

  • LO2: Maintain awareness of changes in managerial accounting standards.
  • LO3: Identify significant accounting and income tax issues.
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Certification

  • Certificate of Completion from Tertiary Courses - Upon meeting at least 75% attendance and passing the assessment(s), participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Tertiary Courses.
  • OpenCerts from SkillsFuture Singapore - After passing the assessment(s) and achieving at least 75% attendance, participants will receive a OpenCert (aka Statement of Achievement) from SkillsFuture Singapore, certifying that they have achieved the Competency Standard(s) in the above Skills Framework.

WSQ - Accounting for Non-Finance Managers

Course Code: TGS-2023038152
  • WSQ
  • SkillsFuture Credit
  • PSEA
  • UTAP
  • SFEC
  • Absentee Payroll
  • MCES

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What's This Course About

Delve deep into the realm of accounting tailored explicitly for professionals outside of the finance domain. "Accounting for Non-Finance Managers" equips learners with the expertise to input data into accounting systems accurately, ensuring all transactions align with pertinent regulatory frameworks. Whether you're a seasoned manager or an industry newbie, this course provides comprehensive insights into the intricate financial processes that drive businesses.

Beyond mere data entry, participants will cultivate a keen awareness of evolving managerial accounting standards, preparing them to navigate the dynamic financial landscape with ease. The course further extends its coverage to highlight significant accounting and income tax issues, enabling learners to identify and address potential financial challenges promptly. Elevate your managerial capabilities and gain a competitive edge in today's fast-paced business world.

WSQ Funding

Full Fee $800.00 Before GST
GST $72.00 9% of fee
Baseline Nett $472.00 SG/PR age 21+ · 50% funded
MCES / SME Nett $312.00 SG age 40+ · 70% funded
SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)

Eligible Singapore-registered companies can tap on $10000 SFEC to cover out-of-pocket expenses.Click here to submit SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit

SkillsFuture Credit (SFC)

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SFC to offset course fee payable after funding but the $4,000 Additional SFC (Mid-Career Support) cannot be used.  Click here for SkillsFuture Credit submission

UTAP

Eligible NTUC members can apply for 50% of the unfunded fee from UTAP, capped up to $250/year and for members aged 40 and above, capped up to $500/year. Click here to submit UTAP

PSEA

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their PSEA funds to offset course fee payable after funding.

To check for Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) eligibility for this course, Visit SkillsFuture (course code: TGS-2023038152)
  • Scroll down to “Keyword Tags” to verify for PSEA eligibility.
  • If there is “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is eligible for PSEA.

Once you are eligible for PSEA, please download and fill up the PSEA Withdrawal Form and email to us. 

Course FeeBefore Funding

$800.00 (GST-exclusive)
$872.00 (GST-inclusive)

Course Date

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Additional Note

Please bring your own laptop for hands-on training. If you don't have laptop, we can provide spare laptop for training use.

Post-Course Support

  • We provide free consultation related to the subject matter after the course.
  • Please email your queries to enquiry@tertiaryinfotech.com and we will forward your queries to the subject matter experts.

Cancellation & Reschedule Policy

  • You can register your interest without upfront payment. There is no penalty for withdrawal of the course before the class commences.
  • We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule the course due to unforeseen circumstances. If the course is cancelled, we will refund 100% for any paid amount.
  • Note the venue of the training is subject to changes due to availability of the classroom.

Course Details

Course Details

What You'll Learn

Topic 1: Basics of Financial Accounting

What is accounting?

Bookkeeping

Regulatory framework for financial reporting

Balance sheets

Income statement

Cash flow statement

Real life examples of financial accouting

Topic 2: Basics of Managerial Accounting

Overview of accounting standards

Overview of managerial accounting

Budgeting

Real life examples of managerial accounting

Topic 3: Accounting Issues and Income Taxes

Identify accounting issues

Income tax issues

Capital gains vs. ordinary income

Assessment

  • Written Exam
  • Practical Exam

Course Info

Promotion Code

Promo or discount cannot be applied to WSQ courses

Minimum Entry Requirement

Knowledge and Skills

  • Able to operate using computer functions
  • Minimum 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels Passes including English or WPL Level 5 (Average of Reading, Listening, Speaking & Writing Scores)

Attitude

  • Positive Learning Attitude
  • Enthusiastic Learner

Experience

  • Minimum of 1 year of working experience.

Target Age Group: 21-65 years old

Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement

Software: NIL/p>

Hardware: Windows and Mac Laptops

About Progressive Wage Model (PWM)

The Progressive Wage Model (PWM) helps to increase wages of workers through upgrading skills and improving productivity. 

Employers must ensure that their Singapore citizen and PR workers meet the PWM training requirements of attaining at least 1 Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Statement of Attainment, out of the list of approved WSQ training modules.

For more information on PWM, please visit MOM site.

Funding Eligility Criteria

Individual Sponsored Trainee Employer Sponsored Trainee
  • Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents of age 21 and above
  • From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture Singapore's (SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.​
  • Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 100% competency.
  • We reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from trainee if he/she did not meet the eligibility criteria.
  • Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents who are DIRECT EMPLOYEE of the sponsoring company.
  • From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture Singapore's (SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.​
  • Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 100% competency.
  • We reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from the employer if trainee did not meet the eligibility criteria.

 SkillsFuture Credit: 

  • Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SkillsFuture Credit to offset course fee payable after funding.

 PSEA:

  • To check for Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) eligibility, goto mySkillsFuture portal and search for this course code.
  • Scroll down to "Keyword Tags" to verify for PSEA eligibility.
  • If there is “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is eligible for PSEA.  
  • And if there is no “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is ineligible for PSEA. 
  • Not all courses are eligible for PSEA funding.

 Absentee Payroll (AP) Funding: 

  • $4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year.
  • AP funding will be computed based on the actual number of training hours attended by the trainee.

 SFEC:

  • If the Training Provider has submitted an enrolment for course fee grant claim in Training Partners Gateway (TPGateway), SSG would be able to derive SFEC funding based on this record. There is no need for enterprise to submit any claim request and the SFEC claim will be automatically generated and disbursed.
  • Where there is no such record, eligible employers are required to submit an SFEC claim after course completion via the SFEC microsite.
  • SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) Microsite 

 

Steps to Apply Skills Future Claim

  • The staff will send you an invoice with the fee breakdown.
  • Login to the MySkillsFuture portal, select the course you’re enrolling on and enter the course date and schedule.
  • Enter the course fee payable by you (including GST) and enter the amount of credit to claim.
  • Upload your invoice and click ‘Submit’

SkillsFuture Level-Up Program

The  SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme provides greater structural support for mid-career Singaporeans aged 40 years and above to pursue a substantive skills reboot and stay relevant in a changing economy. For more information, visit SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme

Get Additional Course Fee Support Up to $500 under UTAP

The Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) is a training benefit provided to NTUC Union Members with an objective of encouraging them to upgrade with skills training. It is provided to minimize the training cost. If you are a NTUC Union Member then you can get 50% funding (capped at $500 per year) under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP).

For more information visit NTUC U Portal – Union Training Assistance Program (UTAP)

Steps to Apply UTAP

  • Log in to your U Portal account to submit your UTAP application upon completion of the course.

Note

  • SSG subsidy is available for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Corporates.
  • All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay. For more details, visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/credit
  • An unfunded course fee can be claimed via SkillsFuture Credit or paid in cash.
  • UTAP funding for NTUC Union Members is capped at $250 for 39 years and below and at $500 for 40 years and above.
  • UTAP support amount will be paid to training provider first and claimed after end of class by learner.

Appeal Process

  1. The candidate has the right to disagree with the assessment decision made by the assessor.
  2. When giving feedback to the candidate, the assessor must check with the candidate if he agrees with the assessment outcome.
  3. If the candidate agrees with the assessment outcome, the assessor & the candidate must sign the Assessment Summary Record.
  4. If the candidate disagrees with the assessment outcome, he/she should not sign in the Assessment Summary Record.
  5. If the candidate intends to appeal the decision, he/she should first discuss the matter with the assessor/assessment manager.
  6. If the candidate is still not satisfied with the decision, the candidate must notify the assessor of the decision to appeal. The assessor will reflect the candidate’s intention in the Feedback Section of the Assessment Summary Record.
  7. The assessor will notify the assessor manager about the candidate’s intention to lodge an appeal.
  8. The candidate must lodge the appeal within 7 days, giving reasons for appeal 
  9. The assessor can help the candidate with writing and lodging the appeal.
  10. he assessment manager will collect information from the candidate & assessor and give a final decision.
  11. A record of the appeal and any subsequent actions and findings will be made.
  12. An Assessment Appeal Panel will be formed to review and give a decision.
  13. The outcome of the appeal will be made known to the candidate within 2 weeks from the date the appeal was lodged.
  14. The decision of the Assessment Appeal Panel is final and no further appeal will be entertained.
  15. Please click the link below to fill up the Candidates Appeal Form.

Job Roles

Job Roles

  • Accountant
  • Bookkeeper
  • Financial Controller
  • Business Owner
  • Finance Manager
  • Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Financial Analyst
  • Small Business Consultant
  • Office Manager
  • Payroll Administrator
  • Budgeting Specialist
  • Tax Preparer
  • Accounting Clerk
  • Finance Coordinator

Trainers

Trainers

Iris Wang is a finance and business strategy professional with over 15 years of experience in corporate accounting, financial analysis, and strategic planning. Having worked across multinational corporations and SMEs, she has managed budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting functions that support business decision-making and performance optimization. Iris is also a certified trainer with experience conducting finance and management courses for non-financial professionals, focusing on helping leaders interpret and apply financial data effectively in their daily operations.
In “Accounting for Non-Finance Managers,” Iris bridges technical accounting principles with real-world business applications, making financial concepts accessible to managers from non-financial backgrounds. Her sessions focus on reading financial statements, analyzing business performance, and managing budgets strategically. Through case studies and practical exercises, she empowers participants to make data-driven decisions and strengthen their financial acumen for managerial success.

Gary Chan is a chartered accountant and management consultant with over 20 years of experience in corporate finance, auditing, and business advisory. He has held leadership positions in finance departments across regional enterprises and has worked on projects involving financial restructuring, risk management, and regulatory compliance. As an engaging educator, Gary has conducted numerous professional development programs in financial literacy, management accounting, and strategic finance for executives and entrepreneurs.
In “Accounting for Non-Finance Managers,” Gary helps professionals understand how to interpret financial data and apply it to enhance organizational performance. His training focuses on simplifying accounting principles and connecting them to business realities such as cost control, pricing strategy, and cash flow management. By combining academic rigor with industry insights, Gary enables participants to confidently engage in financial discussions and contribute effectively to their organizations’ fiscal strategies.

Malcolm Soo is an ACTA-certified trainer and Chartered Accountant of Singapore with more than 20 years of professional experience in accounting, financial planning, and internal control compliance. His career includes senior roles at JTC Corporation and Eu Yan Sang, where he was responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, and system integration. He has delivered training in LCCI accounting modules and corporate programs on financial systems, focusing on bridging technical accounting knowledge with practical business applications. In his training for SMEs, Malcolm specializes in helping participants understand the integration of accounting and tax systems with financial management processes. His sessions cover account setup, tax reporting, receivables and payables management, and compliance frameworks. With his strong accounting and training background, he equips learners to leverage accounting systems effectively to improve business transparency and financial governance.
Bell Ang is a trainer and consultant with professional expertise in finance, auditing, and corporate governance. Having supported organizations in financial analysis, compliance, and reporting, she brings a practical and governance-focused perspective to financial training. For this program, Bell emphasizes interpreting financial statements through ratio analysis, guiding learners to uncover strengths, weaknesses, and risk factors in business performance. Her sessions highlight real-world applications, preparing participants to make informed financial decisions.
Agnes Low is an accounting and finance educator with more than 15 years of experience in corporate finance, auditing, and training. She has served in leadership roles in finance and compliance functions and has conducted workshops in business finance, cost management, and performance reporting. Her deep understanding of financial systems and regulations allows her to guide learners through both the technical and practical dimensions of financial management.

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