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Conversion Programme (CP)
Kaplan Financial is the pioneer in Conversion Programme (CP)

Bringing our experience in conversion and recruit training courses from UK into Hong Kong,  Kaplan Financial has been running CP for non-accounting graduate trainees of Big 4 organizations since 2000.

Kaplan Financial focuses in providing our students with the highest quality learning experience. Over the decade, we have successfully trained a steady stream of CP graduates for the accounting profession. 2006 is the milestone year that Kaplan Financial has achieved the accreditation from HKICPA to offer Conversion Programme to the public. Successful students can then progress onto their HKICPA QP. Kaplan Financial is proud of being the only private education institution which has achieved this status as to-the-date.

Kaplan Conversion Programme was assessed and approved by HKCAA (Hong Kong Council of Academic Accreditation) in March 2006 and was accredited by HKICPA in June 2009.		  

 Dedicated lecturing team
Our lecturers are professionals or specialists in the field, who aim to provide students with comprehensive knowledge in the core area of professional accountancy. Real cases and examples will be explained in class so as to contribute to their work and study requirements.

Presentation element in some modules can provide solid grounding to you for future workshop preparation of HKICPA QP.

 Experience in QP exam
Kaplan Financial has committed to the HKICPA QP courses since 2001 and tremendous success has been enjoyed by both individuals on our public programmes and a number of international accounting firms in our in-house exam training.

We are famous for our tutor quality and material offerings. Our lecturers will place high expectations on students so as to enable successful bridging to HKICPA QP.

 Prize Winners
Kaplan Financial is the largest and longest established private provider of professional training to the accountancy, financial, business and commercial sectors in Hong Kong. It has trained more professional accountants than any other organization since its foundation.
 What is Conversion Programme?
Graduates of the accredited accountancy degree programmes are eligible to register as students of the Institute and enter into QP. For other non-accountancy degree holders, it is required to complete a Conversion Programme before entering into QP.

The objective of Conversion Programme is to bridge the technical knowledge gap between non-accountancy degree holders and accountancy degree holders. It focuses on developing accounting technical knowledge and skills which would be useful for your study towards HKICPA QP.



 Aim of Kaplan Conversion Programme
To provide comprehensive knowledge in the core areas of professional accountancy to graduates of business, non-accounting disciplines to ensure they are qualified to enter the HKICPA Qualification Programme (CPA QP), and to multinational business organisations;
To enable students to acquire necessary competency in professional accounting so as to contribute significantly to both their work place and the development of the accounting profession in Hong Kong; and,
To provide solid training that is highly relevant to accounting professionals.

 Course Objectives
To impart to students the concepts and practices of the core areas of professional accounting that include financial reporting, law, auditing, taxation, financial management, management accounting;
To further develop students’ conceptual and analytical abilities particularly in relation to accounting issues and problems; and,
To facilitate the attainment of professional accounting qualifications.

 Professional Recognition
This is an accredited Conversion Programme of HKICPA (Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants). Graduates of this programme who have met the HKICPA student registration requirements will be eligible to enter the HKICPA QP (Qualification Programme).
 Programme Structure and Exemption
Kaplan Conversion Programme consists of 5 pre-entry modules and 7 core modules.

 Core Modules
The total 312 contact hours for the core modules comprises of lectures, exercises, case studies and discussions. Tuition consists of lectures, group work and worked examples. Assessment comprises coursework and 3 hours examinations.

 Module  Contact Hours
 (M1) Strategy and Information System  35
 (M2) Accounting and Financial Reporting ^ (CEF reimbursed)  70
 (M3) Taxation*  46
 (M4) Auditing  35
 (M5) Cost and Management Accounting  42
 (M6) Hong Kong Law ^ (CEF reimbursed)  49
 (M7) Financial Management  35
 TOTAL Contact Hours of Core Module  312
* including 4 hours tutorial
^ This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses for Continuing Education Fund purposes (CEF course code: 23Z05358-8, 23Z05405-3. Institution Code: 519)
 
Exemption:
Module M1-M7: Maximum exemptions in core modules will be given no more than 3 subjects in the whole programme. If you would like to apply for exemption, please contact us for details.

Subject to approval of Kaplan Financial, individual who failed can be allowed to retake modules or resit examinations. 
 

 Pre Modules
For those students who study non-business degree, they may require to take the following pre-module. Tuition consists of theory discussions and 2 hours end of course exam.
 
 Module  Contact Hours
 (P1) Foundation Accounting  21
 (P2) Principles of Economics  18
 (P3) Principles of Management  18
 (P4) Principles of Marketing  18
 (P5) Principles of Statistics  18
 TOTAL Contact Hours of Pre Module  93

Exemption:
Module P1: Entry test for Accounting is available for all candidates. A pass in entry test will exempt you from "Foundation Accounting".

Module P2-P5: You can apply for exemption from the pre module if you have sat and passed subjects on Economics, Statistics (or Quantitative Methods), Marketing and Management in your tertiary studies.
 Entry Requirements
Applicants should hold business OR non-business degree awarded by an institution recognised by the HKICPA.
Expecting bachelor’s degree holders who have completed their degree before the programme commencement may also be eligible to apply for admission.
Applicants should consult with HKICPA if their degrees are recognised in meeting the HKICPA student registration requirements before applying for admission to the programme.

 Enrolment Procedures
Students enroll in person at Kaplan Admiralty Centre. Please bring along the original copy of your University Transcript and Certificate. Application fee must be paid in full on application.
 Payment Schedule
Application fee = $500
(non-refundable, payable at the time of application)

 Pre Modules Contact Hours Module Fee
 (P1) Foundation Accounting 21 $3,700
 (P2) Principles of Economics 18 $3,500
 (P3) Principles of Management 18 $3,500
 (P2) Principles of Marketing 18 $3,500
 (P2) Principles of Statistics 18 $3,500
 Total Contact Hours 93   $17,700

 Core Modules Contact Hours Module Fee
 (M1) Strategy and Information System 35 $5,000
 (M2) Accounting and Financial Reporting 70 $8,900
 (M3) Taxation* 46 $6,300
 (M4) Auditing 35 $5,000
 (M5) Cost and Management Accounting 42 $5,800
 (M6) Law 49 $6,600
 (M7) Financial Management 35 $5,000
 Total Contact Hours 312   $42,600

Tuition fee is separated into 3 installments and will be paid according to our payment schedule. The first installment will be charged once admission is granted.

 Interest Free Installment (For Non-CEF Applicant Only)
HSBC credit card holders can enjoy interest free installment for Kaplan Conversion Programme
6 months interest free installment.
Interest Fee Installments are available ONLY for advanced one-off M1 – M7 payment.
Installment plan enrolments must be made in person at our centre.

 CEF
CEF is available for Kaplan Conversion Programme in the below modules:
Institute Code 519
Institute Kaplan Financial (HK) Limited
CEF Code 23Z05358-8 23Z05405-3
Course Title Accounting & Financial Reporting
(Module from Kaplan Conversion Programme)		 Hong Kong Law
(Module from Kaplan Conversion Programme)

Upon successful completion of the above modules, eligible applicants may be reimbursed up to 80% of the course fees, subject to a maximum sum of $10,000.

For more details about CEF,please visit www.info.gov.hk/sfaa/c or call 3142-2277
(For CEF first applicant: student should have read the guideline of CEF application and understood all the requirements of CEF application. Kaplan bears no liability if student’s CEF application is rejected.)
Course Notes

Course notes are designed and written solely for the use of the Conversion Programme. It provides you with the fundamentals knowledge


Library

You can borrow reference books and other Accounting and business related books in our library at Admiralty Centre
 

 
Computer Facilities

Computer facilities are available at our Admiralty Training Centre, students are allowed to book the facilities on a first-come-first-serve basis.


 
Deferral/Transferral Application

Kaplan Financial retains your passes for up to 2 years. We offer 6 intakes every year. You can apply for deferral or transferral in our programme according to your personal or work schedule. ''Enjoy the flexibility during your study!


 
Lecturer Consultation

Students are able to contact their tutor for help by email out of lecturing hours. They also be available to speak with you after class.		  


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