Ways to Study with Kaplan
Not everyone learns the same way, and not everyone's circumstances are the same. For some students structured classroom lectures are the best way to study, other prefer independent study at their own pace.
Thus we offer different learning methods to suit the needs of different students, there are three distinct ways to study a training course with Kaplan:
Study in a Classroom
You can study in a classroom with our classroom Tuition courses. These follow the traditional form of study i.e. a Kaplan tutor gives lectures to a group of students within a classroom. Many students respond well to this method and attend lectures at one of the many Kaplan training centre's across the UK. Classroom tuition offers students:
- The option of Full-time or part-time study.
- Face to face lessons taught by one of our expert tutors.
- Access to state of the art equipment and facilities in our purpose built lecture halls and classrooms.
Below is a list of the training courses that can be delivered via classroom tuition
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Accountancy & Tax |
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AAT |
Gives students a good grounding in the main principles of accountancy. |
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ACA (ICAEW) |
Aimed at financial accountants, studied by many trainees from accountancy practice firms. |
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ACCA |
Kaplan's most flexible professional accountancy qualification, suitable for those who would like a career in financial or management accounting. |
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Bookkeeping & Computerised Accounts |
An introduction to basic bookkeeping as an alternative to accountancy. |
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CAT |
The feeder qualification to the ACCA qualification. |
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CIMA |
Aimed at management accountants, can be studied by trainees from either industry or practice. |
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CIPFA |
Aimed at students wishing to pursue a career either within the public sector or working alongside it. |
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Tax - ATT |
The feeder qualification to the CTA qualification, it gives an overview of the fundamentals of tax in the UK. |
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Tax - CTA |
Aimed at tax professionals and qualified chartered accountants, widely regarded across then industry as the 'gold standard' tax qualification. |
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Financial Markets |
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CAIA |
An introduction into traditional and alternative investments. |
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CFA |
A graduate level self study program for those aiming to become a Financial Analyst. |
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CISI Certificates |
A group of qualifications designed for those working in the securities and derivatives markets. |
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IFS Diploma for Financial Advisers |
A level 4 qualification for financial advisers wishing to demonstrate a high level of skill and understanding. |
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CII Diploma for Financial Planning |
A level 4 qualification to develop an advanced technical knowledge and understanding of financial planning. |
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CISI Private Client Investment Advice & Management |
Demonstrates the ability to identify and provide solutions to a clients' needs. |
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FRM |
Gives a strong understanding of strategic financial risk management. |
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IAQ |
A practitioner-led programme for administration and operations staff. |
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IFQ |
Covers Islamic finance from both a technical and Sharia perspective |
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IMC |
Offers a good overall introduction to the Financial Services industry. |
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Introduction to Investments |
Provides an overview of all areas of investments. |
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Management & Human Resources |
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ILM |
Aimed at developing skilled managers to help create productive workforces. |
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Courses tailored to International Students |
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BA - Accounting & Finance |
Students looking for a career in accountancy or more general business areas should follow this programme in order to develop practical skills, theoretical knowledge and management techniques. |
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BA - Business Administration |
A one year top up qualification for students who hold a HND or equivalent qualifcation in business. |
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BA - Business Management |
For students who want to work in both private and public enterprises. The programme will help you to develop competence in the management of people, money markets and products. |
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Dual Programmes |
Kaplan Financial is offering a unique blend of programmes. Each programme will include two internationally recognised qualifications |
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Financial Markets |
Students can study two courses with Kaplan: the CFA qualification or the Analysis, Risk and Fund Management Programme. |
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MA - Financial Management |
The Fast Track MA Financial Management is designed to allow fully qualified accountants (CIMA, CIPFA, ACCA, ICAEW, ICAS, ICAI) to achieve an additional qualification within between 6 and 12 months of study. |
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MBA |
Designed to give students the knowledge and skills to operate at the very highest levels of business |
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MSc - International Accounting & Finance |
This Masters degree is designed for recent accounting graduates who want to gain expertise in Financial Reporting Standards in order to gain employment at the cutting edge of the accounting and banking professions. |
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MSc International
Banking & Finance |
This postgraduate degree has been designed to help students apply theoretical concepts to practical financial and banking problems. |
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Study Online
With Kaplan you have the option of studying many of our courses online, with lectures delivered over the internet rather than in a classroom environment. The courses still use the same dedicated tutors and exam focused material as our classroom lessons, but allow students to take part anywhere they can access the internet. This option is great for students who cannot attend lectures at a specific training centre, but still respond well to the structure of classroom tuition.
There are two types of online course:
- Online: a totally flexible online course that puts you in control of when, where and how you study.
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Accountancy & Tax |
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AAT |
Gives students a good grounding in the main principles of accountancy. |
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ACCA |
Kaplan's most flexible professional accountancy qualification, suitable for those who would like a career in financial or management accounting. |
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- Live Online: real-time lectures delivered via the internet allowing you to ask questions and interact with your tutor online.
Below is a list of the training courses that offer Live Online tuition
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Accountancy & Tax |
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AAT |
Gives students a good grounding in the main principles of accountancy. |
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ACA (ICAEW) |
Aimed at financial accountants, studied by many trainees from accountancy practice firms. |
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ACCA |
Kaplan's most flexible professional accountancy qualification, suitable for those who would like a career in financial or management accounting. |
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CIMA |
Aimed at management accountants, can be studied by trainees from either industry or practice. |
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Study from Home
Distance Learning courses allow you to study from home at your own pace, with course materials designed to suit your requirements. Ideal if you can't attend fixed lecture times or locations, or just prefer independent study. Distance Learning courses include:
- Access to our dedicated student support service around the clock.
- Course materials handpicked by Kaplan tutors tailored to match your own needs.
- Dedicated distance learning tutors
Below is a full list of our training courses that offer distance learning
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Accountancy & Tax |
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AAT |
Gives students a good grounding in the main principles of accountancy. |
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ACCA |
Kaplan's most flexible professional accountancy qualification, suitable for those who would like a career in financial or management accounting. |
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CAT |
The feeder qualification to the ACCA qualification. |
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CFAB |
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CIMA |
Aimed at management accountants, can be studied by trainees from either industry or practice. |
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ICB |
An introduction to using the ICB Bookkeeping and accountancy system. |
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SAGE |
An introduction to using the SAGE Bookkeeping and accountancy system. |
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Tax - ATT |
The feeder qualification to the CTA qualification, it gives an overview of the fundamentals of tax in the UK. |
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Tax - CTA |
Aimed at tax professionals and qualified chartered accountants, widely regarded across then industry as the 'gold standard' tax qualification. |
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Management & Human Resources |
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ILM |
Aimed at developing skilled managers to help create productive workforces. |
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