Why BF?
- Build a strong foundation in banking and finance, enhanced by AI, FinTech and data-driven technologies
- Develop in-demand skills in digital finance, data analytics and sustainable finance to prepare for careers in the evolving financial industry
- Tackle real-world business challenges through integrated projects and competitions that sharpen your problem-solving and innovative thinking
- Choose your pathway – take a six-month local or overseas internship with Business Electives or a one-year JobReady Programme
- Fast-track your university journey through a pathway programme with NTU and SMU
What is the Diploma in Banking & Finance about?
Artificial Intelligence (AI), financial technology, and sustainability are reshaping the world of finance. With our Diploma in Banking & Finance (BF), you will build the financial know-how, digital skills and industry experience to thrive in this fast-evolving sector and help shape the future of finance!
Build a strong foundation in financial markets, corporate finance and investments, while gaining skills in emerging areas such as sustainable and digital finance. You will also learn how financial institutions manage risks and keep pace with evolving standards and best practices.
How will BF prepare you for the industry?
Learn from the industry through modules co-designed with leading financial institutions such as Singapore College of Insurance and PhillipCapital, as well as insights from finance practitioners during learning journeys and industry talks. Put your skills to the test in real-world challenges such as the PolyFinTech100 API Hackathon and CGSI ASEAN Investment Challenge, where you will apply your financial knowledge, creativity and problem-solving skills.
How can BF give you a head start in uni?
Get a taste of university learning by taking selected NTU or SMU modules while studying at NP. These modules may count towards your degree later and help you fast-track your studies.
How can you shape your learning at BF?
Choose a six-month local or overseas internship with an industry project and two Business Electives*, or opt for the one-year JobReady Programme at organisations such as DBS, OCBC, UOB, HSBC, MAS, SGX, GIC, CGSI and Julius Baer.
Further Studies
Enjoy advanced standing at many universities, including those in Australia and UK offering up to one-year exemptions.
Morn Monyneat
Class of 2024
A recipient of the NUS ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship. Pursuing a degree in Business Administration with a major in Finance at NUS.
Keryel Khng
Class of 2024
A recipient of the NP Outstanding Achievement Award. Pursuing a degree in Business Management at SMU.
Amy Lee
Class of 2023
Pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration at NUS.
Leo Kai Zhi
Class of 2026
Gold Medallist and recipient of the POSB Gold Medal. Pursuing Business Management under SMU’s Global Impact Scholarship.
Oh Jia Jun
Class of 2021
Recipient of the NP Outstanding Achievement Award and POSB Gold Medal. Pursuing a double degree in Social Science, with a major in Politics, Law and Economics, and Business Management under SMU’s Global Impact Scholarship.
Careers
As a BF graduate, you can pursue opportunities across banking, fintech, financial planning, wealth management, credit, risk and compliance, as well as the growing fields of ESG and sustainable finance. You will also earn the Associate Financial Planner (AFPCM) certification upon graduation, giving you a head start towards becoming a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®).
Banking & Customer Services:
- Banking Sales Executive
- Banking Services Executive
- Customer Service Executive
Financial Planning, Investment & Wealth Management
- Financial Adviser
- Personal Wealth Executive
- Investment Analyst
- Client Portfolio Analyst
- Research Analyst
Credit, Risk & Compliance
- Credit Analyst
- Risk Analyst
- Compliance Executive
- Know Your Customer (KYC) Analyst
Sustainable Finance & ESG
- ESG Product Specialist
- Sustainable Finance Analyst
Benedict Koh
Class of 2018
Senior Associate, Risk Services - Sustainability & Climate Change at PwC Singapore.
Bryan Lim
Class of 2017
Associate Director, Corporate Sales and Global Markets at First Abu Dhabi Bank.
Giselle Yap
Class of 2017
Assistant Vice President in Business Risk and Control Management at UOB.
Andralynn Tan
Class of 2022
Manager, Sales & Partnerships, Global Finance and Technology Network Europe.
Shamus Teo
Class of 2020
Co-founder of Conformity and Jubi Haus.
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 Language | 1-6 |
| Additional Mathematics/Mathematics | 1-6 |
| Any one of the 2nd group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-B Aggregate Type | 1-6 |
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/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
One-Year JobReady Programme
Business Electives Programme
Highlights
Fintech Champions
From JobReady to Career-Ready
