Accounting & Finance Accounting
It is a CEF Reimbursable programme!
APPLICATION OPEN - September 2024 Intake - Please enroll ASAP!!! Online enrolment is welcome
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Programme Overview
Highlights
The programme aims to prepare students for the ACCA Financial Management Examination. It provides students with the knowledge and concepts in relation to investment, financing, and risk management. The programme also equips students with the skills that would be expected from a finance manager responsible for the finance function of a business.
Programme Details
On completion of the programme, students should be able to
- assess and discuss the impact of the economic environment on financial management;
- discuss and apply working capital management techniques;
- carry out effective investment appraisal;
- identify and evaluate alternative sources of business finance;
- discuss and apply principles of business and financial asset valuations; and
- explain and apply risk management techniques in business.
Syllabus
(1) Financial management function • The nature and purpose of financial management • Financial objectives and relationship with corporate strategy • Stakeholders and impact on corporate objectives • Financial and other objectives in not-for-profit organisations
(2) Financial management environment • The economic environment for business • The nature and role of financial markets and institutions • The nature and role of money markets
(3) Working capital management • The nature, elements and importance of working capital • Management of inventories, accounts receivable, accounts payable and cash • Determining working capital needs and funding strategies
(4) Investment appraisal • Investment appraisal techniques • Allowing for inflation and taxation in DCF • Adjusting for risk and uncertainty in investment appraisal • Specific investment decisions (lease or buy, asset replacement, capital rationing)
(5) Business finance • Sources of, and raising, business finance • Estimating the cost of capital • Sources of finance and their relative costs • Capital structure theories and practical considerations • Finance for small- and medium-sized entities (SMEs)
(6) Business valuations • Nature and purpose of the valuation of business and financial assets • Models for the valuation of shares • The valuation of debt and other financial assets • Efficient market hypothesis (EMH) and practical considerations in the valuation of shares
(7) Risk management • The nature and types of risk and approaches to risk management • Causes of exchange rate differences and interest rate fluctuations • Hedging techniques for foreign currency risk • Hedging techniques for interest rate risk |
Assessment
One 3-hour examination with scenario/case-based questions. Questions can cover any areas of the syllabus.
Attendance Requirement
At least 70%
Award
Upon successful completion of the programme and achieve 70% of attendance, students will be awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE "Certificate for Module (ACCA Professional Examinations Preparatory Programme – Financial Management)".
LEARNING PACKAGE (Inclusive)
Exam Kit | Intensive exam material including past paper analysis, techniques, revision approach and technical update. |
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Course Notes | Full coverage of exam syllabus, highlights of critical topics will be made by tutor. |
Mock Paper and answer | Take home assignment and mock exam will be included, feedback will be given in lectures. |
STUDENT SUPPORT
Audio Recording | Recording will be available if absent from classes with supporting document. |
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Tutor Support | Student can obtain full support from your tutor by email. |
Study Room | Available to students at various Learning Centres of HKU SPACE. |
Study Text | Special discount to students for BPP ACCA study text. |
Interest-free instalment payment | Holders of the HKU SPACE MasterCard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for enrolment over HK$2,000. |
Application Code | 2245-AC129A | Apply Online Now |
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Modules & Class Details
Class Details
Before enrolment students should first register with ACCA (Tel: 2524 4988, http://www.accaglobal.com/hk/en.html) as a student member and check their eligibility to write the examination.
Special attention will be paid to past examination questions and examination techniques. Mock examinations will be set.
A detailed timetable will be emailed to students one week before class commences. If not, please email at accaepc@hkuspace.hku.hk
All courses are subject to sufficient enrolment. HKU SPACE reserves the right to make changes, when necessary.
September 2024 Intake - Financial Management (Tentative Schedule)
- Venue: Admiralty / Island East Campus
- The class schedule is tentative. We reserve the right to make changes.
- While we will try to minimise any timetable changes, please note that issues of lecturer and room availability may sometimes make these unavoidable.
- If you are applying to / have enrolled for more than one programme/course with HKU SPACE, please check to ensure that there are no scheduling conflicts before submitting your application.
- HKU SPACE reserves all rights to make revisions or alternations to the course venue, schedule, content, tutor or other details if necessary.
- 香港大學專業進修學院保留一切權利按需要更改課程的上課地點、時間、內容、導師或其他細節。
Fee & Entry Requirements
Fee
- Course Fee : HK$3,300 (Excluding textbook, however, lecture notes will be provided)
Entry Requirements
Applicants shall have:
I. gained in the HKDSE Examination Level 2 or above in 5 subjects including English Language and Mathematics; or
II. a) gained in the HKALE Grade E in 2 AL subjects; and
b) gained in the HKCEE Grade C or above in 3 subjects including English Language and Mathematics
Applicants must check with ACCA that they meet ACCA requirements to take the ACCA Financial Management Examination.
Applicants with other qualifications will be considered on individual merit.
Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Online enrolment is preferred.
CEF
- The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100
CEF Courses | ||
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Certificate for Module (ACCA Professional Examinations Preparatory Programme - Financial Management) 證書 (單元:特許公認會計師公會專業考試備試課程 - 財務管理) |
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COURSE CODE 33C157136 | FEES $3,300 | ENQUIRY 2867-8487 |
Continuing Education Fund This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. |
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Certificate for Module (ACCA Professional Examinations Preparatory Programme – Financial Management)
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Enrolment MethodOnline Enrolment
HKU SPACE provides 24-hour online application and payment service for students to apply to selected award-bearing programmes and to enrol in most open admission courses (courses enrolled on a first come, first served basis) via the Internet. Applicants may settle the payment by using either "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard online. Online WeChat Pay, Online AliPay and Faster Payment System (FPS) are also available for continuing enrolment in the same programme, if online service is offered.
For first time enrolment
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Complete the online application form
Applicant may click the icon on the top right-hand corner of the programme/course webpage to make online application, and then follow the instructions to fill in the online application form.
Some programmes/courses may admit by selection, and may require applicants to provide electronic copy of any required documents (e.g. proof of qualification) as indicated on the programme/course webpage. Only file format in doc, docx, jpg and pdf are supported. -
Make Online Payment
Pay the application or programme/course fees by either using:
"PPS by Internet" - You will need a PPS account and a PPS Internet password. For information on how to open a PPS account and how to set up a PPS Internet password, please visit http://www.ppshk.com.
*Credit Card Online Payment - Course fees can be paid by VISA or Mastercard including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”.
* HKU SPACE Mastercard cardholders who wish to enjoy 10-month interest free instalment scheme must pay their tuition fees in person at any of our HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
To know more about first-time online application/enrolment and payment, please refer to the user guide of Online Application / Enrolment and Payment:
For continuing enrolment in the same programme
Selected programmes offer online continuing enrolment service. Programme staff will inform students if they offer this service and offer further enrolment details.
Online Payment can be made via "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard, Online WeChat Pay, Online AliPay and Faster Payment System (FPS)
In Person / Mail
For first time enrolment
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For first come, first served short courses, complete the Application for Enrolment Form SF26 and bring or post the completed form(s), together with the appropriate application/course fee(s) and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres.
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Award-bearing and professional courses may require other information. Forms are usually available at the enrolment centres or on request from programme staff. Bring or post the completed form(s), together with the appropriate application/course fee(s) and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres.
For continuing enrolment in the same programme
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The standard ‘Enrolment/Payment Slip’ is designed for students of award-bearing programmes or remaining programmes in a suite of programmes requiring continuing enrolment and it applies to most programmes.
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Students should complete the “Enrolment/Payment Slip” which will be made available by relevant programme staff and return the slip to any HKU SPACE enrolment centre or post it to the relevant programme staff with appropriate fee payment.
Please refer to available Payment Methods for fee payment information. If you are in doubt about the procedures, please check the individual course details, or contact our programme staff or enrolment centres.
Please note the followings for programme/course enrollment:
- To make an application online, you will need a computer with connection to the Internet and a web browser with JavaScript enabled. Google Chrome is recommended.
- Applicants should not leave the online application idle for more than 10 minutes. Otherwise, applicants must restart the application process.
- Only Early Bird Discount is supported for Online Applicants (Application). To enjoy other types of discount, please visit one of our enrolment centres.
- During the online application process, asynchronous application and payment submission may occur. Successful payment may not guarantee successful application. In case of unsuccessful submission, our programme staff will contact you shortly.
- Applicants are reminded that they should only apply for the same programme/course once through counter or online application.
- For online enrolment, a payment confirmation page would be displayed after payment has been made successfully. In addition, a confirmation email would also be sent to your email account. You are advised to keep your payment confirmation for future enquiries.
- Fees paid are not refundable except as statutorily provided or under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment).
- If admission is by selection, the official receipt is not a guarantee that your application has been accepted. We will inform you of the result as soon as possible after the closing date for application. Unsuccessful applicants will be given a refund of programme/course fee if already paid.
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1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay
Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
2. Cheque Or Bank draft
Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:
- bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
- or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard
Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.
4. Online Payment
Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment for details.
Notes
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If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.
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Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment.
- In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
- Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
- HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
- For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
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