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Accountancy Training Courses
Conversion Programme (CP)
What is Kaplan Conversion Programme(CP)?
Kaplan Financial is the pioneer in 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 and reviewed by HKCAA (Hong Kong Council of Academic Accreditation) 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 CP was assessed and approved by HKCAAVQ (The Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications) in May 2010 and was re-accredited by HKICPA in April 2011.
Admission and Exemption Procedure
Why Kaplan Conversion Programme?
About Conversion Programme
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.
Programme Objectives
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs)
Programme Structure
Programme Structure and Exemption
Kaplan Conversion Programme consists of 5 business knowledge modules and 7 core modules.
Business Knowledge Modules
For those students who did not study the related modules in degree, they are required to take the following business knowledge 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 Business Knowledge Modules | 93 |
Exemption (P1-P5)
Business Knowledge Modules: You can apply for exemption if you have prior studies of relevant modules.
Core Modules
The total 314 contact hours for the core modules comprise of lectures, exercises, case studies and discussions. Tuition consists of lectures, group work and worked examples. Assessment comprises coursework and 3 hours of traditional examinations.
Module | Contact Hours |
(M1) Strategy and Information System | 35 |
(M2) Accounting and Financial Reporting^ (CEF reimbursed) | 70 |
(M3) Taxation* | 46 |
(M4) Auditing | 36 |
(M5) Cost and Management Accounting | 42 |
(M6) Hong Kong Law^ (CEF reimbursed) | 49 |
(M7) Financial Management | 36 |
TOTAL Contact Hours of Core Modules | 314 |
* 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 (M1-M7)
Module M1-M7: Exemptions in core modules will be given only for maximum 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, individuals who failed can be allowed to retake modules or resit examinations.
It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which this course may lead.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Enrolment Procedures
Students can enroll in person at Kaplan Causeway Bay Centre. Please bring along the original copy of your University Transcript and Certificate. Application fee must be paid in full on application.
Tuition Fee
Application fee (non-refundable, payable at the time of application)
$500
Business Knowledge Modules | Contact Hours | Module Fee |
(P1) Foundation Accounting | 21 | $4,100 |
(P2) Principles of Economics | 18 | $3,900 |
(P3) Principles of Management | 18 | $3,900 |
(P2) Principles of Marketing | 18 | $3,900 |
(P2) Principles of Statistics | 18 | $3,900 |
Total Contact Hours 93 | $19,700 | |
Core Modules | Contact Hours | Module Fee |
(M1) Strategy and Information System | 35 | $5,500 |
(M2) Accounting and Financial Reporting | 70 | $9,800 |
(M3) Taxation* | 46 | $6,900 |
(M4) Auditing | 36 | $5,500 |
(M5) Cost and Management Accounting | 42 | $6,400 |
(M6) Law | 49 | $7,200 |
(M7) Financial Management | 36 | $5,500 |
Total Contact Hours 93 | $46,800 |
Tuition fee will be paid according to our payment schedule. The first installment will be charged once admission is granted. HK$1,500 exemption administration fee will be charged for each successful core module exemption.
Interest Fee Installment (For Non-CEF Applicant Only)
HSBC credit card holders can enjoy interest free installment for Kaplan Conversion Programme
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.wfsfaa.gov.hk/cef 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.)
Top 4 Student Application Scenario
Non-accounting degree from local or foreign university
Student can join our Conversion Programme and finish within 4-5 months studying full time or 7-8 months studying part time.
Case: Ms Li came to us while still in her last semester of her non-accounting bachelor degree. She was able to start early in the Conversion Programme and finished within 4 months and be eligible for the QP.
Accounting degree from a local university
Student can complete the online QP registration to confirm whether he needs to take CP for the entry of QP.
Case: Ms. Lam does not have an accounting degree, but she was able to finish the full time Conversion Programme in 4 months and went on to the QP while still be able to take care of her family.
Accounting degree from a foreign university
Student can complete the online QP registration on HKICPA first. Yet due to the possible 2 months waiting time for the HKICPA assessment letter, one can also consult our consultant for possible module that you may need to take in CP.
Case: Mr Wong has been working in the finance field for more than 7 years, and was interested to obtain a CPA qualification. He spent 3 months studying part time in the Conversion Programme and went to CPA Australia to enter into their CPA program.
HKICPA assessment letter/email
The assessment letter indicate student to study for the full programme or individual modules. He can then contact our course consultant for the best timetable possible for the Conversion Programme.
Case: Student can complete the online QP registration on HKICPA first. Yet due to the possible 2 months waiting time for the HKICPA assessment letter, one can also consult our consultant for possible module that you may need to take in CP.
Mr. Lau received the HKICPA assessment letter after 2 months, but waited 1 year before looking into fulfilling the assessment requirements.
Since HKICPA only require 2 modules for him to meet the QP requirement, he was able to finish them within 1.5 months in one of our part time intake.
Support & Service
Kaplan is committed to building futures. We understand that in some cases our students may need some extra support, or struggling to fit their studies in around work and family commitments. We endeavor to provide this extra support.
Deferral/ Transferal Application
Kaplan Financial retains your passing result for up to 2 years. We offer 6 intakes every year. You can apply for deferral or transferal in our programme according to your personal or work schedule. Enjoy the flexibility during your study!
Tutor Support
At Kaplan we are passionate about helping all students through their training, and this doesn’t just stop the moment our students leave the classroom. Our lecturers are approachable and accessible for consultation through emails to help you overcome any issues you may have.
Scholarships
CPA Australia offers up to two scholarships for students who have completed the Kaplan Conversion Programme and wish to become a CPA Australia member that having a network of business leaders and highly qualified professionals with a CPA designation. The scholarship grants:
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