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REGISTRATION PERIOD     20 May 2026 - 05 Aug 2026

COURSE DATE 19 Oct 2026 - 17 Oct 2027 COURSE DURATION / FREQUENCY 3 hours/session (2 days/week)
MODE OF LEARNING Facilitated Learning (Face-to-Face/ Online Synchronous) and Asynchronous E-Learning COURSE VENUE Temasek Polytechnic

Plan Your Next Career Move with Confidence

Attend the course preview for Specialist Diploma in Accounting & Finance to learn more about the course structure, learning outcomes and how it can support your career growth and upskilling goals.

📅 9 July 2026   🕒 7:00 pm   💻 MS Teams
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Course Overview

Are you an executive, manager, entrepreneur or professional seeking to strengthen your business acumen and make more informed decisions? Whether you come from engineering, IT, marketing, operations or other disciplines, the Specialist Diploma in Accounting and Finance (SDAF) course equips you with the essential accounting, financial and sustainability reporting competencies needed to navigate an increasingly complex and dynamic business environment.

 

The SDAF course provides a strong foundation in Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Financial Management and Sustainability Reporting. You will develop the ability to interpret and analyse financial and non-financial information, evaluate organisational performance, assess business risks and opportunities and contribute to long-term value creation. As sustainability reporting becomes an increasingly important business imperative, you will also gain practical insights into sustainability reporting frameworks, standards and implementation practices.

 

Beyond technical knowledge, the programme emphasises the development of critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical capabilities through case studies, assignments and business scenarios.

 

By integrating accounting, finance, and sustainability reporting perspectives, the SDAF course offers a holistic understanding of how organisations create, measure and sustain value over time. Whether you aspire to take on greater leadership responsibilities, enhance your effectiveness in your current role, support organisational growth or pursue opportunities in accounting, finance and sustainability-related functions, the SDAF course provides a flexible pathway for professional growth and career advancement.


All students are required to bring their own notebooks for lessons. You may refer to the required technical specifications for notebook HERE.

What You'll Learn

To be awarded the Specialist Diploma in Accounting and Finance, participants are required to complete a total of 2 Post-Diploma Certificates (PDCs). A certificate will be issued upon successful completion of each PDC.

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icon-arrow-orange BCAF020 Financial Accounting

This module equips learners with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of financial accounting, enabling them to understand and apply accounting concepts in real-world business settings. It introduces the conceptual framework and accounting processes that underpin the preparation, analysis and interpretation of financial statements.

Learners will develop essential skills to prepare financial statements and to evaluate company performance. Emphasis is placed on applying financial analysis for effective business decisions, making this subject highly relevant for learners seeking to strengthen their financial acumen and decision-making capabilities.

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icon-arrow-orange BCAF021 Management Accounting

This module focuses on how management accounting information supports planning, control and decision-making in organisations. Key topics include cost analysis, budgeting and variance analysis and performance evaluation. Learners will also learn to apply strategic models and the Balanced Scorecard to enhance business performance and sustainability. Through practical applications, learners will develop the skills to analyse financial and non-financial information, support strategic decision-making and drive organisational effectiveness.

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Subject Code Subject
icon-arrow-orange BCAF022 Financial Management

This module introduces the key principles and practices of financial management to support effective business decision-making in both the short and long term. Key areas include working capital management, sources of short- and long-term financing, capital structure, investment appraisal and business valuation techniques and risk management. Leaners will develop the skills and techniques needed to apply financial management tools to optimise organisational value, manage risk and enhance financial performance in a dynamic business environment.

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icon-arrow-orange BCAF023 Sustainability Reporting

This module equips learners with practical knowledge and skills to navigate the evolving sustainability reporting landscape. It focuses on key global standards, such as the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards and examines how organisations identify material topics, compute and report carbon emissions as well as prepare disclosures that meet regulatory and stakeholder expectations. By the end of the module, learners will possess the competencies required to assist with the preparation of sustainability reports.

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Modes of Assessment

 

Test(s), Exam(s), Individual/Group assignment(s)


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Career Opportunities

The SDAF course will enhance participants' management competencies and career advancement prospects. It also provides a pathway for participants to develop expertise in accounting, finance and sustainability reporting and may open opportunities to pursue careers in these growing fields.

Entry Requirements

 

A Polytechnic Diploma or ITE Technical Diploma / Technical Engineer Diploma / Work-Learn Technical Diploma or equivalent
OR
A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
OR

A Post-Secondary Certificate

AND with at least 3 Years of relevant working experience

Suitable For

Executives, managers and entrepreneurs who wish to strengthen their understanding of accounting, finance and sustainability reporting to support better business decision-making and organisational performance. Prior knowledge of accounting, finance or sustainability reporting is not a pre-requisite for the SDAF.

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Course Contact

  • Mainline 67881212
  • Temasek SkillsFuture Academy (TSA)
    Temasek Polytechnic
    East Wing, Block 1A, Level 3, Unit 109
    21 Tampines Ave 1
    Singapore 529757
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