Diploma, single major
Singapore Institute of Management, Singapore
Full-time, 15 months
SIM Campus
21 February 2025 till 08 August 2025 (For International applicants) 21 February 2025 till 15 August 2025 (For Local Applicants)
(incl. GST)*
S$13,259.85 - S$15,238.20
* Exclude application fee, preparatory or bridging course fee, and other fees. Refer to the Fees & Financial Aid section for details.
Diploma in Banking and Finance, SIM Global Education
Developed and Awarded by Singapore Institute of Management, Singapore
This 15-month programme is for you if you intend to pursue a career in banking and finance or be exposed to the financial trading environment.
Prerequisite(s)
Applicants who do not meet the academic requirements might be recommended to undergo a 6-month Management Foundation Studies (MFS) programme.
Upon successful completion of this programme, you will receive:
With the Diploma, you can apply for advanced standing to the various degree programmes with our partner universities
View details about advanced standing (PDF 173 KB)
Graduates may work in:
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SIM is the leading private education institution in Singapore.
Excellent value with lower tuition costs in SIM, with opportunities for overseas exchange and transfer.
Bond-Free Scholarship & Bursary - Scholarships are available to students who excel in academics, sports or arts.
Global Perspectives & Insights - Exposure to diverse cultures and a global network.
2 intakes a year in April and October.
PROGRAMME DURATION
1 October 2025 to 31 December 2026
APPLICATION PERIOD
21 February 2025 till 08 August 2025 (For International applicants)
21 February 2025 till 15 August 2025 (For Local Applicants)
PROGRAMME DURATION
1 April 2026 – 31 June 2027
APPLICATION PERIOD
Application Open:
22 August 2025
Application Close:
06 February 2026 (For International Applicants)
13 February 2026 (For Local Applicants)
Download academic calendar (PDF 210 KB)
Maximum allowed period to complete the 15-month programme is 30 months or 2.5 years.
No refund or recourse when student did not complete in the maximum period.
SIM reserves the right to recommend and withdraw a student who cannot cope with the demands of the programme, especially when the student’s pass has expired.
Students who pass all 15 modules will be issued a transcript and awarded with a Diploma from SIM upon graduation.
15-month full-time programme (5 terms) of 15 modules:
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Applicants who do not meet the academic requirements might be recommended to undergo the 6-month Management Foundation Studies (MFS) programme.
International applicants will be assessed on the qualification’s equivalent to the GCE ‘A’ level examinations. For information on international qualifications, refer to SIM’s International Student Prospectus.
Applicants who do not meet the English language requirement would need to undergo the Certificate in English Language (CEL) programme prior to enrolment in the MFS and Diploma programmes.
The duration of the CEL programme depends on the applicant’s English language proficiency level.
Applicants can sit for an English Placement Test conducted by SIM to determine their English language proficiency level.
Notes:
Programme fees are payable over 5 terms before class starts.
Fees published are inclusive of current GST of 9%.
Local students:
- Total Programme Fees: S$13,259.85
- Per module: S$883.99
International students:
- Total Programme Fees: S$14,289.90
- Per module: S$952.66
Starting from April 2026 intake
Local Students:
- Total Programme Fees: $13,625.00
- Per Module Fees: $908.33
International Students:
- Total Programme Fees: $14,845.80
- Per Module Fees: $989.72
All fees inclusive of prevailing GST.
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Student Development Fee Applicable to all students embarking on a full-time Diploma or Undergraduate programme at SIM. This fee goes towards activities that will help in students’ personal growth and equip them with functional skills that enhance their employability. |
S$512.30 |
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International Student Induction Fee A one-time fee payable by new full-time international students. This fee covers pre-arrival and arrival support, including activities to enhance the international student learning experience. As applicable, payable with the programme fees’ first instalment. |
S$436.00 |
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Application Fee Payable for each application form that is submitted. Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. The fee will be refunded fully only if the intake does not commence. Unpaid applications will not be processed. |
Local applicants: S$109.00 International applicants: S$545.00 (not inclusive of Student’s Pass application) |
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