Diploma in Foundation Studies
Programme Objective
Progression Pathway
Any Diploma programmes offered in East Asia Institute of Management
Diploma in Foundation Studies

Mode & Duration
Full-time: 6 months
Intakes
Jan / Apr / Jul / Oct
Average Teacher-Student Ratio
1:30
Assessment
Assignment, Project, Practical and Written Examination
Modules
- 1. Introduction to Accounting
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This module is an introductory course in financial accounting theory
and practice. It introduces basic accounting concepts and practices
that are essential for students who have no background in
accounting and are completing a course in business studies. It covers
the complete accounting cycle and critical accounting areas
including cash receivables, inventories and fixed assets. The topics
include among others a basic understanding of the role of
accounting in business, analysing transactions, matching concept
and adjustments of entries, accounting for trading businesses,
internal controls and special journals, and partnership.
- 2. Introduction to Management
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This module covers the foundation of management. In this subject,
students will be introduced to the key topics in traditional
management which includes planning, organising, leading and
controlling. Besides focusing on these processes, students will also
learn the management skills which are relevant in today
- 3. Introduction to Economics
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The aim of Introduction to Economics is to equip students with
adequate knowledge and understanding of the tools of economic
analysis. In addition, students will learn the situations and problems
to which these tools are applied. The course provides the basis for a
broad understanding of economics and for further study of the
subject.
- 4. Business Mathematics
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Mathematics is part of our lives and touches us every day in one way or another.
The business communities depend very much on this to conduct its day to day
business. It takes students from the most elementary number processes, number
sequence, bank interest, percentages, probability, statistics, data handling to
analysis and reasoning techniques. This subject has made it possible for students to
progress on to do accounting with little difficulty. Many large and small companies as
well as non-profit service organisations practise the subject. Mathematics and
statistics, the major philosophies of mathematical thinking and practice, and how
mathematics and statistics are used by different kinds of organisations are
presented in this module.
- 5. Study Skills
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This module is designed to help students make the best use of their
abilities and help them study and learn effectively. It will make their
time to study more enjoyable and better prepare them for their final
exams and ultimately the success they deserve. The topics covered
include how to be a good learner, getting the most out of lectures,
effective reading and notes-making, critical and creative thinking,
writing good English and writing better assignments and essays.
Entry Requirements
Academic Entry Requirement:
1 GCE O Level Pass
or
Nitec / Higher Nitec
or
Poly Foundation
or
LCCI Diploma in Business (Level 3)
English Language Requirement: :
GCE 'O' level English (grade 1 to 7);
OR
IELTS score of 4.0;
OR
An equivalent English language qualification
Application Procedure
You may apply to EASB either by visiting EASB Balestier Campus
or
Balestier Campus 9 Ah Hood Road, Singapore 329975
Course Fee
Singaporean / PR |
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Full-Time |
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Tuition Fee
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S$ 5,400
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Assessment Fee
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S$ 400
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Application Fee
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S$ 150
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Administration Fee
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S$ 400
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Material Fee
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S$ 600
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TOTAL
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S$ 6,950
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Medical Insurance |
Waived |
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FPS Insurance or Escrow Bank Charge |
Waived |
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Other miscelleneous fees may apply ( Please click here for more information) |
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Application and Enrolment Fee is non-refundable. All prices are subject to prevailing Goods & Services Tax (GST) of 7%. All prices are effective for intakes from November 2019. Start of class is subjected to minimum class size achieved. |
Certificate
The Diploma in Foundation Studies is awarded by East Asia Institute of Management.
