Accounting for Non-Finance Executives is a two-day WSQ Certifiable course which aim to provide learners an overview of the financial knowledge and essentials to assist the managers and executives in their daily activities in apply fundamental financial management knowledge to the business.
Objective
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- Understand and Apply Key Financial Terminology
- Understand Common Accounting Principles and Concepts
- Understand the key financial statements and make business decisions
- Identify and Apply Common Financial Ratio and Interpretations
- Read and Interpret Annual Reports
- Understand and Monitor Budgeting and Forecasting
- Gain insight into popular cloud accounting software and how it can improve work efficiency and productivity
Outline: Accounting for Non-Finance Executives
Topic 1. Basics of Financial Accounting
- What are Bookkeeping and Accounting? What are the differences?
- Regulatory framework for Financial Reporting
- Chart of Accounts
- Accrual Accounting; Debit and Credit
- Journal, General Ledger, Trial Balance
- Year-end Closing Procedures
- Overview of the Balance sheet; Balance sheet example
- Differences between the Balance Sheet and Income statement
- Overview of the Income Statement; Income Statement example
- Overview of the Cash Flow Statement; Cash Flow Statement example
- Differences between Cash Flow Statement and Income Statement
- Summary of Financial Reporting
- Real life examples of financial accounting
Topic 2: Basics of Managerial Accounting
- What are Managerial Accounting?
- Product costing
- Break-Even Analysis
- Budgeting
- Real life examples of Managerial Accounting
Topic 3: Accounting Issues and Income Taxes
- Identify Accounting issues
- Singapore Corporate Tax System
- Tax deductions and credits
- Various types of Taxation
Topic 4: Introduction to Accounting Software
- Xero Accounting Software
- QuickBooks Accounting Software
Course Duration: 2 days
Who Should Attend: Non-Finance Professional including Admin, Human Resource, Procurement, Marketing and Sales, Project Managers, Heads of Department, Business Heads, GMs, CEO, Entrepreneurs
Methodology: This course will be conducted where quizzes and group work will be used to reinforce learning. Illustrations, questions and real-world examples from the trainer and participants’ experiences will be shared during the course. Case Studies and Accounting Software will be used to facilitate practical learning.
(SkillsFuture Approved / SDF)
| Certifiable courses | Funding Support |
| SCs and PRs (Self-sponsored individuals must be at least 21 years old) | Up to 50% of course fees |
| SCs aged ≥ 40 years old ( SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy) | Up to 70% of course fees |
Course Fee Funding and Absentee PayrollAvailable for employers who sponsor employee training.
Pre-requisites: Working Adults with GCE O levels, who are professionals, managers, and executives in both accounting and non-accounting roles. Learners possessing other qualifications who do not meet this requirement may be admitted to this course based on the outcome of interview conducted by the trainer.
Attendance requirement: 75% of the course
Course completion requirements: Must pass assessment of the course
COURSE SCHEDULE DETAILS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
FULL TIME COURSE FEE: $780/-
Registration, material, & refreshment fees @ $50/-
TOTAL fees: $830/-
Students will receive the Accounting For Non-Finance Executives certification, upon completion of the WSQ Certifiable course (subject to conditions).
NEXT INTAKES TARGET DATE:
FULL TIME: 1) Weekday/Weekend (2 days from 9.30am to 6.30pm/7.30pm)
a) Mar 5 & 6 2026 – 9.30am to 6.30pm
b) Apr 18 & 19 2026 (9.30am to 7.30pm (Sat) & 12pm to 7.30pm (Sun))
c) May 5 & 6 2026 – 9.30am to 6.30pm
d) Jun 20 & 21 026 (9.30am to 7.30pm (Sat) & 12pm to 7.30pm (Sun))
Minimum of 4 pax and status will be updated, one week before the start date.
Refund Policy: Refunds for WSQ (Workforce Skills Qualifications) courses will be considered strictly on a case-by-case basis. All refund requests must be submitted in writing to maria@rajascollege.edu.sg and accompanied by supporting documentation, where applicable.
The decision to grant a refund will be at the sole discretion of the training provider, based on valid justifications and the specific circumstances of each case. Refunds will generally not be approved once the course has commenced, except under exceptional or extenuating circumstances.
Approved refunds, if any, will be processed through the original payment method within a reasonable timeframe. Administrative fees may apply.
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We offer customized class to meet the skills required for you and organization.
Minimum of 4 pax to commence and status will be updated, one week before the start date.
PRIVATE COURSE (one to one learning – subject to availability of Trainer), can be arranged.
Call 63362470(O) or 91008556(Maria) to find out more or to register for the forthcoming Intake.
Email: maria@rajascollege.edu.sg or info@rajascollege.edu.sg