URGENT: SBL Exam Guidance for Dec 2018 Exams

EVERY SUCCESS IN YOUR DECEMBER 2018 EXAMS

Change is the only constant.

Kasturi Core lecturing team has now moved to 2 new locations.

Please see my facebook  click HERE for urgent SBL exam guidance as speaking and mixing with marking team members really provide insight on how to generate optimum score and ...PASS.

ALSO have sent AAA exam answers for your optimum preparation. 

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Top Tips from ACCA Medalists

Dear candidates, 

I have just completed a few Revision Classes. Really intensive and constructive. I appreciate that you all really, really did your best. Attending classes, work in office that comes with less understanding boss and family responsibilities either your own kids or taking care of parents-siblings. 

Well, I support you! I enjoyed working hard with you during the Intensive Revision classes. You were focused, yet not to seriously stressed. You were identifying the exam techniques and know that rote learning will not do. 

Enjoy the Video on TOP MEDALISTS sharing their experiences on how they succeed. Listen to it over and over again that will boost your motivation. 

All 3 top medalists are WOMEN. CONGRATULATIONS! I always respect individuals who value Hard Work.

Like I always assert in class, the fairer sex is more intelligent, disciplined and focused. Men? Well, the opposite - dark skinned sex, distracted and side-track tendencies. 

So, may we men learn from women. Be humble and graduate too! 

Some key points: 

1. Time management. 

2. Planning answers.

3. Take risks and take best educated answers. Don't loiter on difficult questions. Pick marks on other questions instead. 

4. Read Examiner's Report

5. Practice questions under time constraints - ALL 3 Ladies - Medalists said it! 

6. No TV! I repeat NO TV! This is extended to all electronic gadgets. Crush that phone with Candy Crush. Or delete it. 

7. Re-read questions requirements that you are on track. 

8. BE POSITIVE! 

9. Classes & Past years question bank are critical 

Enjoy the link on TOP TIPS FROM TOP WOMEN MEDALISTS. 

Intensive Revision Classes are still ongoing. Get the best out of it. 

Best regards,
Marcus

PRIZEWINNERS : HOW TO PASS WITH FLYING COLOURS?

Prizewinners from the June 2013 exam session hail from around the world.  Discover their top exam and study tips. Perhaps their advice could help you. Gold medal winner, 407 marks Roshenka Madanayake, Sri Lanka 'My exam preparation tips include employing effective time management, revising the entire syllabus and practising past exam questions. If nothing else, practise as many past exam questions as you can. They are a lifesaver as they provide some insight into what’s to come. Silver medal winner, 393 marks Anitha Sudarsanam, Singapore 'To succeed in the exams, it is crucial that you are well prepared by covering the entire syllabus and working through past exam papers. It is also important that you  read through ACCA’s exam resources, the examiner’s reports and technical articles, especially when preparing for Professional level papers. 'It is vital that you answer the entire paper, all questions and all parts of the questions. Time management is very important and if you get into difficulties with a particular part, you should move on. 'For questions that require carrying forward answer figures from previous question parts, I suggest you make an assumption for the figure and indicate it to the examiner. This will be very helpful since you can answer the next part and will be rewarded for the steps in that part, provided they are correct.' Bronze medal winner, 387 marks   William Thompson, UK 'My advice would be to make full use of tutors during your studies and build up your revision gradually towards the exam. During the exam, good time management is key to maximising marks.' Paper F4, joint winners, 93 marks Anton Ulyakin, Russia 'Try to enjoy the subject as you learn. This is often easier said than done, but it is effective. Linking your studies to real-life work experience helps a lot too.  'My tips on succeeding in Paper F4 are to: learn keywords, definitions and key phrases by heart. This will, in turn, help you to manage your time effectively in the exam know all the topics – of course, the extent of your knowledge may vary depending on the time you spent on each topic learn to write quickly as this is crucial for Paper F4, but make sure your writing is legible.' Sharoze Ali, Pakistan 'Read the question requirement carefully and try not to deviate from it. Write in a concise manner and to the point. I try to prepare for all syllabus areas, rather than undertake selective studying. As with all papers, time management is crucial.' Zhenyi Zhao, China 'Each paper must be approached seriously – you must place sufficient attention on your studies. For Paper F4, especially, an in-depth understanding of each sentence is important.' Paper F5, 99 marks Rebecca Whyman, UK 'Practise as many questions and past exam papers as possible. I found that this helped in my preparation and the type of questions to expect. Paper F5 has a range of subject areas and I found it useful to write cue cards for each subject area covering the main points. While  going through past exam questions I made a note of any questions that I got wrong so that I could go back and attempt them again.' Paper F6, 99 marks Ying Zheng, Singapore 'There are no shortcuts. Studying my textbook and exercise book thoroughly was the only way to pass. When working through exercises, make sure you really do them by hand, not just in your head. Thinking is different from actually writing things down. The latter helps you identify what you haven’t grasped and where you need to refocus your studies.'                       Paper F7, 97 marks Jennifer Smith, UK 'I think that you need to back up your general knowledge with good exam technique. You need to have an approach that not only works for you, but one that you know will also convey your points clearly and score you marks. If there are tables or formats for presentation, learn them by heart. For Paper F7, I learnt the formats for consolidations and cash flows and practised these a lot until I knew the process for each without taking too much time to think about it. For written questions, I split everything into small paragraphs and sentences.  I think that it helps to highlight the point you are making and score marks.' Paper F8, 94 marks Catherine Coleman, UK 'Question practice is really important in general, but this is especially true with Paper F8. There are a few key areas to grasp such as how audit risk differs from business risk and the different types of audit report but, once you understand these, the questions seem a little bit easier. 'Much of the paper also revolves around writing audit procedures and a single 10-mark question on the subject can appear daunting. My tuition provider’s revision course provided some good advice on how to break down this type of question. First, look for a couple of generic tests such as recasting the relevant ledger or re-performing a control account reconciliation, then a few analytical procedures such as a proof in total or some ratio analysis, and then finally some substantive procedures that prove each assertion. You need to be specific in your procedures  to gain the marks.' Paper F9, 94 marks Muhammad Husnain Kakar, Pakistan 'The key to passing Paper F9 is understanding the underlying concept and then applying it to the exam  question with an open mind and taking into account the implications for each piece of information given.' Paper P1, joint winners, 84 marks Andreas Kyprianou, Cyprus 'I always attempt at least three exam questions every week. In the final month in the run-up to the exam I always time myself under exam conditions. I never study the day before the exam – usually, I will visit my favourite restaurant and treat myself to my favourite meal. 'I use the first 15 minutes of the exam to read all questions and answers on the exam paper and make bullet points for all questions. Very importantly, I use the classroom time to obtain as much knowledge and information as possible. Finally, I always make a plan of how to study effectively and how to pass the exam. 'In addition to sitting past exam papers, I also studied my instructor’s model answers and  I focused much of my time on understanding exam question requirements.' Olayinka Oseni, Nigeria 'Attempt as many questions as possible and try to cover the entire syllabus. I solved all the questions in my exam kit at least three times to make sure I had a sound grasp of the different concepts and principles. I also tried as much as possible to cover most of the topics in the Study Guide. Additionally, I set up a study plan at the beginning of my studies to help me stay focused and keep on track.' Paper P2, 88 marks Virginia De Gersigny, UK 'Study a little each day, right from the beginning. I tend to set aside an hour each morning before work. Also, do plenty of practice questions. 'For Paper P2, I think you need to make sure you understand the basics before you start  trying to add in the complex bits and use the proformas that your tuition providers suggest for Question 1, otherwise you may end up being completely confused and lose your way in the exam.'                             Paper P3, 93 marks Alayna Cloake, Trinidad & Tobago 'Read the entire textbook and practise as many questions as possible.' Paper P4, 89 marks Anitha Sudarsanam, Singapore Also the silver medal winner.                             Paper P5, 91 marks and Paper P7, 90 marks Stephen Jackson, UK 'My tip would be to simply answer the question set.  That may sound obvious but I honestly believe that most people who sit exams have the knowledge to pass but, in the exam hall, they panic and identify only a few keywords in the question before simply ‘knowledge dumping’ at the expense of reading the actual question requirement. 'I would recommend: taking a deep breath and realising that everyone is feeling nervous but that you have studied and are as prepared as anyone in the exam hall reading the scenario and making sure you understand the situation, dates, group structures and key events. In Paper P5, especially, most of the marks are for application to the scenario. This is an absolute gift! If you carefully read the scenario with the requirement in mind, then your memorywill be prompted and you will identify clues in the scenario that you can use when answering identifying in the question the exact requirements, making note of the word ‘and’ – for example, ‘identify and explain’. This will help you when you look at the available marks as you will have a clear idea of how many points you need to achieve managing your time. It is simple – 1.8 minutes per mark in a three‑hour exam like Paper P5. Be tough on yourself. If you are running out of time, then very briefly and concisely put down your points before moving on using headers and leaving big spaces. It took me until Paper P2 to work this out and I credit an article in Student Accountant for helping me to realise this. If you are making clearly identifiable separate points you are putting the onus on the marker to deny you the marks. The markers are on your side and want to give you the marks, so make it easy for them. Give them a paper that looks nice and is easy to mark forgetting introductions to answers and essay-style answers. Don’t bullet point either but do just make concise, separate points learning enough about all syllabus areas and then practising past papers. This taught me how the examiners think, what they are looking for, question style, time management, etc. You will also find that you learn while you look at the answers to the past questions spending the day before the exam cramming. Get those acronyms learnt the day before, read articles, learn the exact structure of the more complex models.'   Paper P6, 91 marks David Oliver, UK 'Attempt all questions in the question bank that your tuition provider provides you with. Also, attempting past papers will also alert you to the style of questions and how they are worded. Some people try to question spot and focus on parts of the syllabus that they believe will be examined. However, I strongly disagree with this. Instead, I believe you should study the entire syllabus. Doing all of the practice papers and other questions available to you is a great way of ensuring you have covered all the syllabus and have a good all‑round knowledge of everything that could come up.' Conclusion The above are splendid examples of very normal people with extraordinary focus, discipline and energy to pursue success. If they can, SO CAN YOU! Happy practicing, focusing and energising in your exam preparations. The KSA Revision Classes have already started. Please visit  KSA REVISION TIME TABLE  .  Make sure, please, that you confirm the dates and plan your study leave accordingly. Best wishes, Marcus Ong Source: Accaglobal, 2014,  Study tips from the June 2013 prizewinners, http://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/student/acca-qual-student-journey/sa/study-skills/study-tips-from-the-june-2013-prizewinners.html, Visited on May 6th

WORLD'S TOP 10 FINANCIAL CENTRES - Opportunities for you

Dear ACCA Candidates,

The crossroads are here again. With Results now out, there are mixture of happiness, distress or even relief. ACCA is tough, but ACCA students are tougher! I feel honoured and proud to be working hard together with students. These are high quality people because they face challenges and overcome them. To balance secular work and to study part time requires amazing determination, discipline and energy. 

A famous statistic is 85% of ACCA graduates passed but not on the 1st attempt on every paper. In other words, a majority of 170,000 graduates worldwide or 144,500 graduates went through tough times and succeeded! To find out examination styles, use of technical answers and manage in tight exam time requires both experienced lecturers to show the way and sheer practice on the part of candidates.

To pass ACCA exams and working full time simultaneously is something to be highly commended. An achievement! As this is the case for majority of our students being working class.

Pic 01: The man who worked so hard to achieve ACCA - the famous CEO of Air Asia. Will you?

Note that Tan Sri Dato' Tony Fernandez too am of this category. He graduated at 28 years of age. That is what he can do best in view of his secularly heavy responsibility in Virgin (UK) Group. This is MORE SO with our students working in stressful Malaysia.

Congratulations!

On a side note, please don't be mistaken to think that ACCA develops you as an Accountant. No! You could reach for the skies like Tony who used ACCA to become a CEO of one  of the Most Valuable Brand and market capitalisation in Asia!

Below are samples of why as a lecturer, I am honoured to work hard with these candidates.

Hi sir, i'm your July 2012 intake student for P7 @ KL Malvern international college. I have checked

my result and it's good news ! I got 71 in P7. Really appreciate your efforts, your progress tests and assignments were helpful as I learned how to answer questions in p7 paper. And attend your lecture was really fun . Thanks alot sir :)

Hi Marcus,

Happy CNY. I have passed the P3 paper.

Btw, i still left P2 and 2 more option papers to go. I would like to have your advise on which papers should i go next. 

I'm currently working at Subang and having traffic jam problem usually after 5.30 pm.

So what is your best advise?

Thank you.

Regards,

Sir,

I got 58% of P1 in my first attempt :-D

THANK YOU SIR!!!

Best regards

As for those who need to re-sit, may you increase your determination and energy even more. "Never Give Up! I say once again, Never Give Up!" as Winston Churchill the former Prime Minister of Britain willed the nation to face the formidable tasks of facing Hitler's Nazi advancing force in Europe. Human spirit is the most powerful weapon in the world. You harness it, you will join elite Chartered Accountants. 

What are your rewards? Look to the future from present position. Can you see yourself there? Will your family be better off with your pursuing a better qualification?

Here are the World's Top 10 Financial City Centres where ACCA graduates can easily obtain sound career opportunities. 

No.10 : Amsterdam, Holland

No.9 : Sydney, Australia

No.8: Frankfurt, Germany

No.7 Paris, France

No. 6 Shanghai, China

No.5 Singapore

No. 4: Hong Kong, China

No.3 Tokyo, Japan

No.2 London, Britain

and the No.1 Best Opportunities for Chartered Accountants are located in New York City

Conclusion

Bring in immense Motivation to complete the journey. Here are some wise quotes on studying:

"When you study, remember not to give up. Exams are the jungle, and by studying, you make yourself the lion. You will enter the class and look at everyone arrogantly, feeling like the king. You will win this battle and tear everyone apart. When you study, remember: Never, never, never, never give up!" (Giannis Koutivas, nd)

"How is it that I can remember words to a song from years ago but can't remember what the hell I studied for last night."

"A very large portion of a true students work must be done outside the classroom."

Have a great productive 2013!

Einstein Worst Fear on Technology-Is he right?

Hi ACCA Candidates,

Exam results are around the corner. Be vigilant! Be determined! Never Give Up! Press forward and continue to invest in your future!

Be wary of distractions and destruction - is this case modern gadgets. See below and enjoy humourously serious message.

PIC 01: HAVING MEAL TOGETHER

PIC 02: ENJOYING BEACH HOLIDAY TOGETHER

PIC 03: ENJOY FOOTBALL GAME TOGETHER

PIC 04: INTIMATE ROMANTIC DATE

PIC 05: ENJOYING FRIENDSHIP

PIC 06: VISIT MUSEUM ADMIRING ARTS

PIC 07: HAVING GREAT TIME WITH BFF

PIC 08: SIGHT SEEING BREATH TAKING VIEWS

PIC 09: MAY THIS NOT HAPPEN TO YOU

NEVER GIVE UP : Air Asia's Founder

Pic 01: NEVER GIVE UP! Graduation in OneWorld Hotel, Bandar Utama, Kuala Lumpur

CONGRATULATIONS TO SUCCESSFUL ACCAs! You earned it through Hard Work and Commitment.

As for others, Never Give Up! (Winston Churchill, U.K. Prime Minister 1940) British Prime Minister's famous quote who led Britain to victory in World War 2. At the beginning of war in 1939, Great Britain lost badly in a battle in Europe. More than 800,000 British soldiers were stranded facing the fast marching Nazi forces. These soldiers were running out of both food and ammunition. Yet the world took it for granted that Britain won the war, not realising how difficult or even hopeless the situation was in the beginning.

Are you, all ACCA Candidates, in similar position? The going was tough? Your exam results were not up to your expectations and powerful stakeholders (Parents! ) were increasing pressure?

Well don't give up. No! NEVER GIVE UP!

Many didn't know the renown Air Asia 's Founder Anthony F. Fernandes also struggled in ACCA studies. He finally graduate at almost age 30 years! Yet he is Top 20 Richest man in Malaysia.

What made him succeed? Or should I say why he didn't succeed as early as others. Well, ACCA is a very challenging exams. He likely has to balance between Studies in Britain, work, family commitments and very definitely to work. He was working for Richard Branson, world's only billionaire with myriads of business.

You too can succeed at your speed! Preferably you will graduate sooner than Anthony Fernandes. Read his profile below. BEST WISHES to all you ACCA Candidates. There is a high spirit, even dangerous one within everyone. You have the potential! Harness and unleash it. Who knows, YOU COULD BE THE NEXT TONY!

Pic 02: Fernandez's Air Asia's crew










This article is about the Malaysian entrepreneur.
To Occupation Group Chief Executive Officer /
Director of AirAsia Berhad and founder of Tune Group Sdn Bhd /
Chairman of QPR Holdings Ltd /
Team Principal of Caterham F1 Net worth US$470 million or RM1,410 million and still counting

Tan Sri Anthony Francis Fernandes  (born 30 April 1964; also known as Tony Fernandes) is a Malaysian entrepreneur and the founder of Tune Air Sdn. Bhd., who introduced the first budget no-frills airline, AirAsia, to Malaysians with the tagline "Now everyone can fly". He has since founded the Tune Group of companies.

Pic 03: The famed ACCA-Businessman of Asia








He rose to prominence by turning AirAsia, a failing government-linked commercial airline, into a highly successful budget airline public-listed company.

Fernandes was also instrumental in lobbying the then-Malaysian Prime Minister, Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad in mid-2003, to propose the idea of open skies agreements with neighbouring Thailand, Indonesia, and Singapore. As a result, these nations have granted landing rights to AirAsia Born in Kuala Lumpur to a Goan father, and Kristang mother, Ena Dorothy Fernandez.

At a young age, Tony used to follow his mother, a businesswoman, to Tupperware dealer parties and conventions. He was educated at Epsom College 1977-83 and then graduated from the London School of Economics in 1987.

He worked very briefly with Virgin Atlantic as an auditor, subsequently becoming the financial controller for Richard Branson's Virgin Records in London from 1987 to 1989. Tony was admitted as Associate Member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) in 1991 and became Fellow Member in 1996.

50 (ONLY) SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS ACCA/CAT

- relevant to aspiring hard working students
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Picture 1: Scholarship Cheque payable DIRECTLY to student




















Picture 2: KASTURI's LECTURERS ACHIEVEMENTS. We produce top students, are you the next top student?









I remember once, when I was a student, one classmate sarcastically said that I worked (in study) so hard that I put both the Japanese salarymen and bees to shame. I took that positively as it means I am on right track to achieve ACCA SUCCESS. I was studying for the A-Levels course at that time. I wanted to be No.1 as the college offers CASH REWARDS which almost covers the tuition fees. Sadly, I got No.3 position out of 280 students. That wasn't good enough.

A deja vu, I thought maybe there are still students like this, so Kasturi College offers 50 scholarship awards to such students.



NO FREE LUNCH, not even lottery winners







Picture 3: Its not how much you win but...















There are no shortcuts. You may say, what about those who strike lottery and win record millions. Interestingly, I read a research paper that states that a sample of 1,000 lottery winners were analysed over a 10 year period.





Picture 4: ...how you manage wealth. Many failed and are back to Square One.














The research discovers that 95% ended up in losing all their fund winnings and were either the same financially or worse off than 'before' the winnings. Only 3% managed to hold on to their winnings and the remaning 2% managed to grow their wealth. The conclusion is: Not the amount one earns/wins but how the funds were intelligently managed.

The same echo by former FED Chairman (USA) Alan Greenspan who said Americans lacked accounting knowledge and ability to manage funds. The context of his assertion is on average Americans who overspend and contributes to the Billions of trade deficit USA has with the world.

One needs Financial Accounting knowledge to not only thrive but preserve wealth. Thus ACCA graduation is crucial for financial management.

HOW IT APPLIES TO YOU?
There is no free lunch. If you want to have better career future, then it demands your energy, sacrifice and full commitment. It requires lots and lots of your time, 8 hours of personal study a day at the very least.

WHY WORK SO HARD?
At Kasturi College (PJ Branch) we have a proven team of lecturers who have assisted students to win TOP PRIZES such as the ones you seen on the Pictures above. Even tough paper like F8 (Audit and Assurance), the student won top Malaysian prize. Now, I am not asking you to win top prize, but merely demand that you need to pass, pass it well. Get more than 60% so as to form strong foundation in ACCA Professional level or earn good degree classification in Oxford Brookes University-ACCA.

REWARDS ARE YOURS - CHEQUE IN YOUR NAME
AS PER Pictures above, if you are hardworking (very, very hardworking that is), KASTURI PJ COLLEGE offers you SCHOLARSHIP worth more than RM2,000.00. We recognise your hardwork, thus the Scholarship is issued in a Cheque payable to YOU! Use the fund and share your joys with family and love ones.

CONCLUSION
The world of commerce rewards the industrious and qualified. Are you keen? Join us at Kasturi College (PJ) Branch, with our competitively priced fees, you can achieve ACCA SUCCESS.

100% PASS RATE

- relevant to ACCA under-graduates without a University Degree

I am pleased to share the joys with November, 2009 batch of Oxford Brookes Universtity research students who graduated. All have achieve and earned the degree - a 100% pass rate! What a joy and priviledge to work with such industrious students. Now they can lift their heads high and boast that they are now Square Head people since they qualified to wear the Square Hat.

At Kasturi College, its a no-frills college where we take you there - Graduate. For comparisons, Japan Airlines offer a flight in First Class destination route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing the price which is "10x" the price of what Air Asia offers! The well-to-do clients will opt for the former while I believe the mass wants the latter so long as :
- Air Asia has strictly adhered to its safety policies
- Air Asia has track record which it did in ferrying over 4 million passengers a year.

Similarly, at Kasturi College, we 'fly' you to your destination with our proven track record and highly capable lecturers.

If you compare with local and nearby competitors in Bandar Sunway, Kasturi College at Sunway Mentari (please visit LOCATIONS) , the price you pay for a similar ACCA course is more than 100% the price (it reads as one hundred percent). Scholarship students, namely those who score 65% in any subject or above are given a further Scholarship award of 50% to 75% off the fees.

Watch out for more information of how Kasturi College is the best, some say in China while others say the World. (hee hee)

Congratulations! To the newly minted Oxford Brookes-ACCA Degree Holders!

Mandarin encouragement, "Jia You".

Cheers

Beijing Men : Handsome and Talented

- relevant to all ACCA undergraduates
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Pic 01: Beijing Finance District
Pic 02: Great Wall : Symbol of Chinese Culture that anything is possible!
Pic 03: Malaysia's very own brand in the most expensive district in Beijing


Unbelievable! My response. Beijing, the capital and political power hub of China is both rich with history and modern amenities. Its roads are straight, 5 lanes on one side, adorned with most facinating modern architectures. Passing the most expensive street, one can witness amazing mammoth buildings. Was told by locals that the rich and famous will shop in the most prestigious ginza - Parksons! Yes, locally listed albeit undervalued stocks in Malaysia.



Pic 04: Kasturi College's lecturers are proud to be associated with these hardworking students of China.

I have the priviledge to witness the award ceremony for Top Prize winners in China. Kasturi team of lecturers have done well. No, done superbly well! One student scored 100% for ACCA F4!That is WORLD PRIZE! Admittedly that is the first time I hear for a theory paper to have perfect score. In addition there were 3 top prize winners at CAT level.

Also witness newly minted Affliates. A random chat with few of them really offers insight. They are really industrious, dogged and relentless pursuit of excellence. Not only in studies but in career.



Pic 05: Handsome and dangerously armed



Refer to Picture 05 : the gentleman seated on the right doesn't look more than 30 years of age. He gave me his card which reads his position as Vice President of ICBC Bank, Beijing! How is that possible? Believe it! China is aplenty with opportunities. Once you gain international qualification which in this case is unmistakably ACCA Affliate status, you climb the corporate ladder. This tall gentleman, I reckon, didn't climb but took the lift to the top career floor!

The gentleman next to him, is another tall but gentle speaking guy. He is a senior manager for one of the local top largest merchant bank. Yes, another newly minted ACCA Affliate.

What is even more shocking is these men enquired about Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA of America), in Kasturi College. I obligingly promise to e-mail CFA Course Director details to them. There is no stopping these Chinese professionals!

Now, I don't know about you ACCA undergraduates, these guys could either be a threat or complement to you. If you graduate, you too can join their senior ranks. One does well to ask:

1. Are my college friends are really so important that they take most of my time, at the expense of studying for ACCA exams?
2. Are cafes, entertainment hotspots really that satisfying compared to a graduate with successful career? I was told that a qualified accountant earns a mean of RM7,000 a month! Now that is serious money.
3. For part time students to ask, "Is my current job really so precious and worthwhile devoting to, at the expense of my concentration on exams preparation?" Don't get me wrong, its good to achieve good career progress now but with ACCA , it will be a rocket booster.
4. Can part time students devote at least 3 hours a day for personal study for ACCA? For full time students, that should stretch to 8 hours a day in view that they are likely to take 3-4 subjects per sitting.


China : Threat or Opportunity?
China is a threat to the unprepared. To illustrate, a mid size city Tianjin, near to Beijing, has attracted more FDI that what Malaysia as a 'country'! Mind you, the investment Malaysia gets are oil & gas related or agriculture fields whereas Tianjin is on buiding the 5th largest and busiest port in the world and high value added manufacturing.

Dr Mahathir, former Prime Minister, said that China is not a threat to Malaysia. This country can't even compete with Thailand!

A serious threat to workforce, you! If you don't equip yourself with world class education, ACCA, you will be left behind together with Malaysia!

But if you are willing to work for it like the men above, China and ASEAN becomes a melting pot of opportunity. Destiny is in your hands! Are you willing to make sacrifices now for a better tomorrow? Or is the mundane time with friends, window shopping and fleeting movie going more interesting?

Convert threats to renewed energy
Join these professionals! Like them who struggle, work endless hours in studying, tirelessly, so should you. Do it for your (future) spouse, (future) kids, parents and for YOURSELF.

Reading the book by Jim Collins titled From Good to Great, it emphasises successful firms are dominated by highly disciplined managers who have passion for their occupation.

By application, have passion to build your future! Its yours. I must say all lecturers in Kasturi College are highly experienced and skilled in delivery. Dare I say, have the competence to guide you to success. But its with the condition that you will work hard together with them.

Graduate, then what?
Well, the world is your oyster, Join these handsome and talented Beijing ACCA Affliates to build a better and brighter future. Join the over 1000 affliates that are churned out in Malaysia each year.