Diploma in Finance and Business Analytics (Double Specialisation)

Combining Finance Knowledge with Data Analysis

The Diploma in Finance and Business Analytics (Double Specialisation) at Kaplan Higher Education Singapore combines financial studies with data analysis skills that are becoming increasingly important in modern businesses. Students learn how organisations use financial information, business data, and market trends to support decision-making. Instead of studying finance alone, the programme also introduces students to analytics concepts that help businesses understand customer behaviour, financial performance, and operational patterns. The course usually includes subjects related to finance, accounting, business statistics, economics, management, and analytics. Students may also learn how businesses interpret data reports, identify trends, and use analytical thinking to support planning and business decisions.

What Students Usually Learn and Practise

Lessons often involve financial calculations, spreadsheet work, business reports, and data interpretation exercises. In finance-related modules, students may learn budgeting, financial planning, and how companies manage financial resources. Analytics-focused subjects typically involve working with numerical data, interpreting charts and trends, and understanding how businesses use information to improve performance. Assignments may include case studies, short business reports, presentations, and scenario-based discussions. Some modules may require students to analyse company performance using data or explain business decisions based on financial findings. Students who enjoy working with numbers, patterns, and business problem-solving may find the learning style more engaging.

Kaplan also provides digital learning materials and recorded lectures that students can revisit outside class hours. More information about the learning environment and facilities can be found on the official Kaplan campus page.

Study Experience and Classroom Style

The programme is relatively compact, so students usually study multiple business and analytics topics within a shorter timeframe. Lessons are generally practical and focused on understanding how finance and analytics are applied in real business situations rather than focusing heavily on theory alone. Students can expect regular assignments and revision throughout the course, especially for subjects involving calculations or data interpretation. Some students may spend extra time practising spreadsheet work and statistical concepts outside class to become more comfortable with analysing business information.

Further Studies and Career Pathways

After completing the diploma, students may continue into degree programmes offered through Kaplan’s university partners in areas such as finance, business analytics, accounting, data analytics, or business management. Students can explore progression opportunities through the official Kaplan pathway information page. Graduates may pursue entry-level roles such as finance assistant, business support executive, junior data analyst, banking operations assistant, accounts executive, or business administration support staff. The combination of finance and analytics can also help students build broader business knowledge before deciding on a more specialised pathway later on.