/C O R R E C T I O N -- London School of Business & Finance Singapore Campus/

September 17, 2026 - 08:45

The London School of Business and Finance Singapore Campus has secured approval for its Singapore Chartered Accountant Qualification preparatory programmes under the Union Training Assistance Programme. This development opens a new path for eligible union members who want to pursue professional accounting credentials but have held back because of cost.

UTAP provides course fee support to union members, and the inclusion of these preparatory programmes means that aspiring accountants can now offset a portion of their training expenses. The SCAQ is a key certification for accountants in Singapore, covering areas such as financial reporting, audit, tax, and business advisory. Candidates who complete the qualification can strengthen their standing in a competitive job market.

The approval reflects a broader push to make professional education more reachable for working adults. Many union members juggle full time jobs while studying, and financial assistance can decide whether they enroll or delay. By lowering that barrier, the programme aims to draw more people into the accounting field at a time when demand for skilled finance professionals remains steady.

Eligible members can apply for UTAP support when signing up for the preparatory courses. Those interested should check their union membership status and confirm the specific funding amount available for these programmes before registering. The move is expected to benefit both career changers and early career professionals looking to formalize their accounting skills.