NP's Diploma in Accountancy students using digital tools for data-driven decisions

Diploma in Accountancy (N51)

Why ACC?

  • Our curated “Professional Journey” equips you with confidence and skills for key roles in controllership, assurance, and finance business partnership
  • Gain future-ready tech and sustainable accounting skills to seize opportunities in the fast-growing digital and green economies
  • Enjoy accreditation and module exemptions at top universities and professional bodies – ACC graduates offered the most module exemptions by SMU!
  • Customise your learning: Choose a six-month local/overseas internship + Business Electives NEW! in emerging areas; or the one-year JobReady Programme with renowned companies
  • Two prestigious University Pathway Programmes NEW – Fast-track to an NTU or SMU degree by taking uni modules while in poly!

About ACC

If you think that accountancy is all about number crunching, think again! In today’s dynamic business environment, accountants are the ones driving business innovation and solutions.

The financial controller or accountant of the future is equipped with digital tools to make data-driven decisions that unlock business opportunities! If this excites you, our Diploma in Accountancy (ACC) could be the perfect fit for you!

Overview of your ACC Journey

Course infographic with key facts about Ngee Ann Polytechnic's Diploma in Accountancy

Highlights

ACCTRAORDINARY 2025

ACCtraordinary 2025 was jointly organised by ACRA and Ngee Ann Polytechnic. This outreach initiative for the accountancy profession helped bridge education with the dynamic nature of this industry. Our student-led collaboration with ACRA connected talent across all polytechnics with top-tier firms, inspiring the next generation of professionals.

ACCtraordinary 2025 event by ACRA and Ngee Ann Polytechnic

 

Tackling Climate Change through Reporting

Our final year Accountancy students were provided the opportunity to tackle climate change through corporate reporting. In collaboration with industry partners such as Grant Thornton Singapore, students were engaged in industry sessions covering sustainability reporting, focusing on climate and ESG topics. Our industry partners also shared real world applications and the latest developments in sustainability.

Armed with this knowledge, students worked on identifying climate-related risks and opportunities, and critical ESG factors, analyzing their financial impacts on a company. Through group presentations, they showcased their research findings through actionable and innovative business strategies, whilst receiving valuable feedback from industry partners.

ACC students at an industry session, tackling climate change through corporate reporting.

 

Impactful Internships

Grace Low, Class of 2020 Diploma in Accountancy, PwC Singapore internship, SMU degree

My six-month internship at PwC Singapore was the highlight of my time in BA. I could apply my skills in real-world settings and learn from experienced accounting professionals, which gave me valuable insights into the profession. NP also offered numerous opportunities for global exposure. I worked on a community service project in Vietnam, attended a course trip to Batam and took part in a study mission trip to the Philippines.

Further Studies

ACC is recognised by all local and many overseas universities. Many universities in Australia and the United Kingdom offer up to one year of exemption. You will also enjoy module exemptions for courses and examinations by the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).

In partnership with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority and Workforce Singapore, NP has launched a 12- to 18-month work-study programme under the SkillsFuture initiative. This programme offers an accelerated alternative pathway for Accountancy diploma holders to enter the profession without a degree qualification.

Chartered Accountant of Singapore 

Singapore CA Qualification

(Professional Programme) 

Advanced Diploma in Accountancy

(Singapore CA Qualification Foundation Programme) 

Diploma in Accountancy 
Lim Wei Shan, Class of 2024 Diploma in Accountancy, SMU degree

Lim Wei Shan
Accountancy graduate, Class of 2024

Pursued a degree in Accountancy at SMU, where she was granted 9 credit exemptions. Her academic journey was shortened from 4 to 3 years.

Fung Shi Jie, Class of 2023 Diploma in Accountancy, NTU degree

Fung Shi Jie
Accountancy graduate, Class of 2023

Shi Jie is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Accountancy at NTU under the Nanyang Scholarship.

Joshua Ng, Class of 2021 Diploma in Accountancy, SMU degree

Joshua Ng
Accountancy graduate, Class of 2021

The recipient of the Lee Kong Chian Scholarship is pursuing a Bachelor of Accountancy at SMU with a second major in Finance.

Jonathan Siam, Class of 2018 Diploma in Accountancy, ACCA, ISCA

Jonathan Siam
Accountancy graduate, Class of 2018

Fast-tracked his ACCA qualification in 1.5 years after graduation and now serves as Audit Manager at Ernst & Young while pursuing his ISCA qualification.

Goh Hui Lu, Class of 2016 Diploma in Accountancy, Singapore Chartered Accountant Qualification

Goh Hui Lu
Accountancy graduate, Class of 2016

After embarking on the Advanced Diploma in Accountancy pathway and receiving the Singapore Chartered Accountant Qualification, she is now a Chartered Accountant and a Finance Business Partner at GovTech.

Careers

You can look forward to exciting and rewarding careers in roles such as: 

  • Business Analyst
  • Business Valuation Consultant
  • Digital Transformation Specialist
  • Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) Auditor
  • Financial Accountant 
  • Financial Auditor 
  • Finance Business Partner
  • Forensics Accountant
  • Internal Auditor 
  • Mergers & Acquisition Consultant
  • Restructuring & Insolvency Consultant 
  • Sustainability & Climate-change Consultant
  • Tax Consultant
Alicia and Angela Low, Class of 2020 Diploma in Accountancy, NTU degree, KPMG

Alicia & Angela Low
Accountancy graduates, Class of 2020

The sister duo completed the Bachelor of Accountancy at NTU. They are currently working in KPMG's Forensic Services department.

Chong Jie Lin, Class of 2021 Diploma in Accountancy, SMU degree, Goldman Sachs

Chong Jie Lin
Accountancy graduate, Class of 2021

Jie Lin completed her Accountancy degree at SMU before embarking on a career at Goldman Sachs, where she is currently a Tax Analyst.

Lee Koh Chin, Class of 2019 Diploma in Accountancy, PSC Public Finance Scholarship

Lee Koh Chin
Accountancy graduate, Class of 2019

Completed his Bachelor of Accountancy at NTU and Masters in Philosophy at Cambridge University under the PSC Public Finance Scholarship. Currently serving in the public sector as a Finance Associate at AGD.

Hannah Ong, Class of 2013 Diploma in Accountancy, NTU degree, PwC Singapore, Barclays

Hannah Ong 
Accountancy graduate, Class of 2013

Hannah completed her Accountancy degree at NTU before embarking on a career at PwC Singapore, where she received a professional certification as part of the Chartered Valuer and Appraiser programme. She went on to pursue her MBA at the University of Michigan and is currently an Investment Banking Associate at Barclays in New York City.

Entry Requirements

AGGREGATE TYPE ELR2B2-B

To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results.

Subject'O' Level Grade
English Language1-6
Additional Mathematics/Mathematics1-6
Any one of the 2nd group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-B Aggregate Type1-6

Applicants must also fulfil the aggregate computation requirements for the ELR2B2-B Aggregate Type ( English Language, 2 relevant subjects and 2 other best subjects) listed at www.np.edu.sg/docs/ELR2B2.pdf.

For students with other qualifications, please refer to the NP website for the entry requirements and admissions exercise period.

What You Will Learn

Year 3

Students can choose from the following options in Year 3:

Capstone Project

Multidisciplinary Capstone Project

One-Year JobReady Programme

Business Electives Programme