Accredited by the Institute of Banking and Finance (IBF)
Top Trainers who are Veterans in their Fields
Course Overview
Thinking of becoming a Professional Finance Advisor? This comprehensive 16-hour course will give you a sturdy foundation of knowledge to build your career. Learn from seasoned Advisors the fundamental skills needed in Financial Planning, including both the technical aspects of creating a Financial Plan, as well as how to understand the needs of clients and journey with them to achieve their financial goals.
HIGHLIGHTS
Financial Planning Fundamentals
Everything you need to know to start your financial advisory journey off on the right foot​
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The Client - Planner Relationship
Learn how to provide value your clients and plan their wealth
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Cash Flow Budgeting
Help your clients balance their budget sheet ad pend their money wisely
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Financial Risk Management
Anticipate and guide your clients through common financial risks
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Financial Independence
Understand how to achieve your client's financial goals and help them work towards it
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Craft a Personal Finance Plan
Get hands-on practice in creating a Personal Finance Plan using Microsoft Excel
Meet The Trainer
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Top 10 performing consultant in the company (500+ Headcount Strength over the last 7 years)
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Lead Trainer in JNP Branch
Ng Wee Seng
A veteran in the financial industry with 1.5 decades of experience in business development, leadership, investment advisory as well as financial planning.
My key skills and area of specialization include collaborative team efficiency, leadership and personal development, building strong and trusting relationships, following through an idea to execution with proven results.
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Top 3 performing consultant over the last 10 years
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Top 3 Assets Under Advisory consultant
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One of the only 3 Certified Advanced Planners in Unicorn
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Certified NLE (Neuro-Linguistic Enneagram) Coach 2020
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Certified NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) Practitioner 2008
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Helmed the Financial Quotient / Financial Battle Board Game Department from Year 2012 to Year 2015
Course Outline
The Training Provider
Wealth Design Studio Pte. Limited
Established in 2020, Wealth Design Studio is a training organization where financial empowerment is at the heart of everything they do. Wealth Design Studio is an Accredited Training Organization under the Institute of Banking and Finance.
1.Financial planning overview
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Customer relationship management methods
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Develop professional relationships with prospective and existing customers
2.Construct a personal financial plan
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Processes to construct personal finance plans
3.Cash flow budgeting
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Financial Product Criteria
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Financial Documents Analysis Processes
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Analyse information on customers’ income, expenses, taxes and savings to understand their cash flow situations
4.Risks and how to manage your risks
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Financial Product Criteria (Insurance)
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Financial Documents Analysis Processes
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Insurance planning tools
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Approaches to issue resolution
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Analyze relevant information and current insurance policies in effect, to analyze customers’ life, health and personal general insurance needs
5.Wealth accumulation
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Financial Product Criteria (Investment)
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Investment planning tools
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Retirement planning tools
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Risk Profile Analysis Methodologies
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Analyze customers’ risk profiles and personal financial situations to determine their investment profiles
6.Construct financial planning flowchart and surplus allocation to craft the financial plan Processes to construct personal financial plans
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Assist customers in retirement planning by establishing their retirement goals and analyzing their financial situations
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Develop personal financial plans that sets out the financial goals, financial analysis and recommendations on how customers personal financial goals can be met
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Review personal financial plans periodically with customers and alert customers of revisions required to successfully achieve financial goals
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Address customers query on existing banking and financial transactions and escalate significant matters to the management
Certification
Participants who complete the course and all required assessments will receive a Certificate of Completion by the Approved Training Provider.
Who Should Attend
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Beginner to intermediate investors
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Financial consultants
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Entrepreneurs and business owners
Pre-Requisites
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Basic english skills (reading and writing)
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Basic computer skills (downloading files, using Zoom, etc)
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No prior knowledge is required, but learners who are comfortable with numbers and calculations might find the material and assessments easier to grasp
Course Fee & Subsidies
Full Course Fee: $1,200.00 nett
As this course is Accredited under the IBF Standards Training scheme, the below subsidies apply:
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Weekend ClassesGOLD25001P | 9am - 6pm | 18th and 19th January 2025
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Weekday ClassesComing Soon!
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Individual SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $546.00 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 50% Subsidies: $826.00
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Self-SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $360.00 nett SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 50% Subsidies: $600.00 nett
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Weekend ClassesComing Soon
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Individual SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 90% Subsidies: $337.31 (Incl. GST) SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 70% Subsidies: $868.51 (Incl. GST) Please note: As per SSG’s policy, the GST payable for all CET funding-eligible applicants is calculated based on prevailing GST rate after the baseline funding subsidy of 70%.
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What is the class schedule like?Total training hours for this course is 32 hours. It is conducting in 4 consecutive Saturdays starting from 9am to 6.30pm at International Plaza (next to Tanjong Pagar MRT). Please chat with our customer service to find out more about the upcoming schedules available.
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Do I get a certificate after completing the course?Yes, participant who fulfil all requirements will receive a Statement of Attainment (SOA) issued by the SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)
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What is the class size?We hold up to 24 pax each class, to ensure each participant has a chance to interact with the trainers.
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Is the course fee subsidised?Singaporeans and Singapore PRs are eligible for the IBF subsidy up to 90%.
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What is the mode of the training?This course is fully conducted in physical classroom. You will get hands-on experience with real-world case studies.
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I have registered, what's next?Thank you for your registration! 1). Upon registration, you will receive an automated WhatsApp message to complete the enrolment by doing the payment by SFC / Paynow or both. 2). The WhatApp message reminder will be send to you 3 weeks and 1 week before the class start. If you do not reply, we will call the next day to confirm attendance. 3). The email reminder will be sent 5 days before class start 4). The last WhatsApp message as a reminder will be send 1 day before the class date. 5). You are ready to go. See you in class!
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What do I need to prepare during the class?It is advisable to prepare 2 devices to use during the class (Computer, Laptop or Handphone) so that you can easily navigate the QR code for digital attendance using Singpass and access the course materials and assessments.
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How is the course fee paid?This course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible, you may also choose to pay through Paynow/Bank Transfer.
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I don’t have any background or experience in Fundamental of Blockchain Technology, can I still join this course?Yes you still can join this course. Blockchain course is ideal for beginners because it provides a structured, straightforward introduction with interactive features and clear explanations to simplify complex ideas.
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Registration fee?We will collect a $30 registration fee to reserve a spot for you, which this registration fee will be returned back to you upon completion of the course.
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Weekday ClassesThe Schedules for 2025 (Q1) MMP25001Z | 9am-6pm | 6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025 (OA) ZOOM MMP25002Z | 9am-6pm | 13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025 (OA) ZOOM - Private Only MMP25003Z | 9am-6pm | 3 Feb - 4 Feb 2025 (OA) ZOOM MMP25004Z | 9am-6pm | 10 Feb- 11 Feb 2025 (OA) ZOOM - Private Only MMP25005Z | 9am-6pm | 3 Mar - 4 Mar 2025 (OA) ZOOM MMP25006Z | 9am-6pm | 10 Mar - 11 Mar 2025 (OA) ZOOM - Private Only
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Individual SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $780.00 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 50% Subsidies: $1,180.00
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Company SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $780.00 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 50% Subsidies: $1,180.00 *Companies eligible to submit claims for company-sponsored participants include Singapore-based financial Institutions regulated by MAS (licensed or exempt from licensing by MAS) and FinTech firms certified by Singapore FinTech Association (Terms and Conditions apply). SkillsFuture Credit cannot be used to co-fund the programme fees of company-sponsored training programmes.
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Singaporeans Age 21-39 or SG PRDigital Photography with Smartphones After 50% Subsidies: $232.00 (incl. GST) Videography Techniques for Social Media Platforms After 50% Subsidies: $319.00 (incl. GST) Total Payable Course Fee: $551.00
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Singaporeans Age 40 & AboveDigital Photography with Smartphones After 70% Subsidies: $152.00 (incl. GST) Videography Techniques for Social Media Platforms After 70% Subsidies: $209.00 (incl. GST) Total Payable Course Fee: $361.00
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Company Sponsored (Enhanced Training Support for SME)SINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $418.00 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 90% Subsidies: $418.00
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Self-SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 90% Subsidies: $418.00 (incl. GST) SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 70% Subsidies: $638.00 (incl. GST)
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Company Sponsored (Non-SME)SINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 90% Subsidies: $418.00 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 70% Subsidies: $638.00
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Company Sponsored (Non-SME)SINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $1223.80 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 50% Subsidies: $801.80
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Company Sponsored (Enhanced Training Support for SME)SINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $801.80 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 70% Subsidies: $801.80
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Self-SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $801.80 (incl. GST) SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 50% Subsidies: $1223.80 (incl. GST)
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Weekend ClassesIED25001P | 9am to 6pm | 11th, 18th and 25th Jan 2025 (Trainer: Melvin Tan Boon Pin) IED25002P | 9am to 6pm | 8th, 15th and 22nd Mar 2025 (Trainer: Melvin Tan Boon Pin) Venue: International Plaza (IP) 10 Anson Road, #25-07 Singapore 079903 Direction: By MRT: International Plaza is located near to Tanjong Pagar MRT Station. By Bus: International Plaza is located to several bus stops at opposite Mas Building, Bus Stop Hub Synergy Point, and Bus Stop International Plaza. Bus Service includes: 57, 131, 167, 186, 532, 533, 534, 535, 536, 542, 543, 548 and 549. By Car: Parking charges apply
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Weekday ClassesFace-to-Face Coming Soon!
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What do I need to prepare during the class?It is advisable to prepare 2 devices to use during the class (Computer, Laptop or Handphone) so that you can easily navigate between registering your e-attendance (using Singpass), learning, accessing the materials and doing the assessment.
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Who will be my trainer for the course?We work with a team of highly skilled and experienced trainers. However, depending on the schedule and intake, you may also have the opportunity to learn from other qualified professionals in our team. All our trainers are experts in their fields and are committed to delivering an exceptional learning experience.
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I don’t have any background or experience in investing, can I still join this course?This course is designed for beginner and intermediate investors. Value investing is an investment strategy that involves picking stocks that appear to be trading for less than their intrinsic or book value.
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I have registered, what's next?Thank you for your registration! You will receive an order confirmation right after you sign up and pay. 1. The email of course enrolment will be send to you. Follow the guideline in the email to complete the course payment through SkillFuture Credit or Paynow/Bank transfer. 2. You will be added into a class WhatsApp group before the start of your class, all the important information will be shares in it upon the class starting date. 3. You are ready to go, See you in class!
-
What is the mode of the training?This course is fully conducted in physical classroom.
-
Is the course fee subsidised?Singaporeans and Singapore PRs are eligible for the IBF subsidy up to 70%.
-
What is the class size?We hold up to 24 pax each class, to ensure each participant has a chance to interact with the trainers.
-
What is the class schedule like?Total training hours for this course is 24 hours. We have both weekend and weekday classes available. Please chat with our customer service to find out more about the upcoming schedules available.
-
Registration fee?We will collect a $30 registration fee to reserve a spot for you, which this registration fee will be refunded to you upon completion of the course.
-
Do I get a certificate after completing the course?Yes, you will be able to receive a Certificate of Completion issued by the Training Provider.
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How is the course fee paid?This course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible, you may also choose to pay through Paynow/Bank Transfer.
Up to 70% Course Fee Subsidies Support
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Singapore Citizens aged 40 years old and above will be eligible for 70% co-funding of direct training costs.
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Singapore Citizens 21-39 years old and PR will be eligible for 50% subsidy.
Course Schedule
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Weekend ClassesGOLD25001P | 9am - 6pm | 18th and 19th January 2025
-
Weekday ClassesComing Soon!
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Individual SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $546.00 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 50% Subsidies: $826.00
-
Self-SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $360.00 nett SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 50% Subsidies: $600.00 nett
-
Weekend ClassesComing Soon
-
Individual SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 90% Subsidies: $337.31 (Incl. GST) SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 70% Subsidies: $868.51 (Incl. GST) Please note: As per SSG’s policy, the GST payable for all CET funding-eligible applicants is calculated based on prevailing GST rate after the baseline funding subsidy of 70%.
-
What is the class schedule like?Total training hours for this course is 32 hours. It is conducting in 4 consecutive Saturdays starting from 9am to 6.30pm at International Plaza (next to Tanjong Pagar MRT). Please chat with our customer service to find out more about the upcoming schedules available.
-
Do I get a certificate after completing the course?Yes, participant who fulfil all requirements will receive a Statement of Attainment (SOA) issued by the SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)
-
What is the class size?We hold up to 24 pax each class, to ensure each participant has a chance to interact with the trainers.
-
Is the course fee subsidised?Singaporeans and Singapore PRs are eligible for the IBF subsidy up to 90%.
-
What is the mode of the training?This course is fully conducted in physical classroom. You will get hands-on experience with real-world case studies.
-
I have registered, what's next?Thank you for your registration! 1). Upon registration, you will receive an automated WhatsApp message to complete the enrolment by doing the payment by SFC / Paynow or both. 2). The WhatApp message reminder will be send to you 3 weeks and 1 week before the class start. If you do not reply, we will call the next day to confirm attendance. 3). The email reminder will be sent 5 days before class start 4). The last WhatsApp message as a reminder will be send 1 day before the class date. 5). You are ready to go. See you in class!
-
What do I need to prepare during the class?It is advisable to prepare 2 devices to use during the class (Computer, Laptop or Handphone) so that you can easily navigate the QR code for digital attendance using Singpass and access the course materials and assessments.
-
How is the course fee paid?This course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible, you may also choose to pay through Paynow/Bank Transfer.
-
I don’t have any background or experience in Fundamental of Blockchain Technology, can I still join this course?Yes you still can join this course. Blockchain course is ideal for beginners because it provides a structured, straightforward introduction with interactive features and clear explanations to simplify complex ideas.
-
Registration fee?We will collect a $30 registration fee to reserve a spot for you, which this registration fee will be returned back to you upon completion of the course.
-
Weekday ClassesThe Schedules for 2025 (Q1) MMP25001Z | 9am-6pm | 6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025 (OA) ZOOM MMP25002Z | 9am-6pm | 13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025 (OA) ZOOM - Private Only MMP25003Z | 9am-6pm | 3 Feb - 4 Feb 2025 (OA) ZOOM MMP25004Z | 9am-6pm | 10 Feb- 11 Feb 2025 (OA) ZOOM - Private Only MMP25005Z | 9am-6pm | 3 Mar - 4 Mar 2025 (OA) ZOOM MMP25006Z | 9am-6pm | 10 Mar - 11 Mar 2025 (OA) ZOOM - Private Only
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Individual SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $780.00 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 50% Subsidies: $1,180.00
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Company SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $780.00 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 50% Subsidies: $1,180.00 *Companies eligible to submit claims for company-sponsored participants include Singapore-based financial Institutions regulated by MAS (licensed or exempt from licensing by MAS) and FinTech firms certified by Singapore FinTech Association (Terms and Conditions apply). SkillsFuture Credit cannot be used to co-fund the programme fees of company-sponsored training programmes.
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Singaporeans Age 21-39 or SG PRDigital Photography with Smartphones After 50% Subsidies: $232.00 (incl. GST) Videography Techniques for Social Media Platforms After 50% Subsidies: $319.00 (incl. GST) Total Payable Course Fee: $551.00
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Singaporeans Age 40 & AboveDigital Photography with Smartphones After 70% Subsidies: $152.00 (incl. GST) Videography Techniques for Social Media Platforms After 70% Subsidies: $209.00 (incl. GST) Total Payable Course Fee: $361.00
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Company Sponsored (Enhanced Training Support for SME)SINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $418.00 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 90% Subsidies: $418.00
-
Self-SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 90% Subsidies: $418.00 (incl. GST) SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 70% Subsidies: $638.00 (incl. GST)
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Company Sponsored (Non-SME)SINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 90% Subsidies: $418.00 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 70% Subsidies: $638.00
-
Company Sponsored (Non-SME)SINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $1223.80 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 50% Subsidies: $801.80
-
Company Sponsored (Enhanced Training Support for SME)SINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $801.80 SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 70% Subsidies: $801.80
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Self-SponsoredSINGAPOREANS AGE 40 & ABOVE After 70% Subsidies: $801.80 (incl. GST) SINGAPOREANS AGE 21-39 & PRs After 50% Subsidies: $1223.80 (incl. GST)
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Weekend ClassesIED25001P | 9am to 6pm | 11th, 18th and 25th Jan 2025 (Trainer: Melvin Tan Boon Pin) IED25002P | 9am to 6pm | 8th, 15th and 22nd Mar 2025 (Trainer: Melvin Tan Boon Pin) Venue: International Plaza (IP) 10 Anson Road, #25-07 Singapore 079903 Direction: By MRT: International Plaza is located near to Tanjong Pagar MRT Station. By Bus: International Plaza is located to several bus stops at opposite Mas Building, Bus Stop Hub Synergy Point, and Bus Stop International Plaza. Bus Service includes: 57, 131, 167, 186, 532, 533, 534, 535, 536, 542, 543, 548 and 549. By Car: Parking charges apply
-
Weekday ClassesFace-to-Face Coming Soon!
-
What do I need to prepare during the class?It is advisable to prepare 2 devices to use during the class (Computer, Laptop or Handphone) so that you can easily navigate between registering your e-attendance (using Singpass), learning, accessing the materials and doing the assessment.
-
Who will be my trainer for the course?We work with a team of highly skilled and experienced trainers. However, depending on the schedule and intake, you may also have the opportunity to learn from other qualified professionals in our team. All our trainers are experts in their fields and are committed to delivering an exceptional learning experience.
-
I don’t have any background or experience in investing, can I still join this course?This course is designed for beginner and intermediate investors. Value investing is an investment strategy that involves picking stocks that appear to be trading for less than their intrinsic or book value.
-
I have registered, what's next?Thank you for your registration! You will receive an order confirmation right after you sign up and pay. 1. The email of course enrolment will be send to you. Follow the guideline in the email to complete the course payment through SkillFuture Credit or Paynow/Bank transfer. 2. You will be added into a class WhatsApp group before the start of your class, all the important information will be shares in it upon the class starting date. 3. You are ready to go, See you in class!
-
What is the mode of the training?This course is fully conducted in physical classroom.
-
Is the course fee subsidised?Singaporeans and Singapore PRs are eligible for the IBF subsidy up to 70%.
-
What is the class size?We hold up to 24 pax each class, to ensure each participant has a chance to interact with the trainers.
-
What is the class schedule like?Total training hours for this course is 24 hours. We have both weekend and weekday classes available. Please chat with our customer service to find out more about the upcoming schedules available.
-
Registration fee?We will collect a $30 registration fee to reserve a spot for you, which this registration fee will be refunded to you upon completion of the course.
-
Do I get a certificate after completing the course?Yes, you will be able to receive a Certificate of Completion issued by the Training Provider.
-
How is the course fee paid?This course is SkillsFuture Credit Eligible, you may also choose to pay through Paynow/Bank Transfer.