London School of Economics (LSE) or NTU Double Degree

[verykiasu2010]

Edureach:

ACCA is not an easy exam to clear especially if one pursues it on part-time. However recruitment companies have preference for grads from NUS/NTU. The latter are meant strictly for high A-level scorers.


That's why ACCA is still regarded as 2nd class.

Strictly meant for high A-level scorers is artificially created situation due to the warped admission policy of controlling the number of vacancies, just like dentistry, law, and medicine

[Edureach]

verykiasu2010:

Edureach:

ACCA is not an easy exam to clear especially if one pursues it on part-time. However recruitment companies have preference for grads from NUS/NTU. The latter are meant strictly for high A-level scorers.


That's why ACCA is still regarded as 2nd class.

Strictly meant for high A-level scorers is artificially created situation due to the warped admission policy of controlling the number of vacancies, just like dentistry, law, and medicine

Isn't it fair to all wishing to read the most popular disciplines?

Must have the real liao to compete just like in a work place.

[UncleLim]

LSE definitely if financial issues can be managed.


It is not just a matter of university brand name. It is getting a chance to let this girl escape our small town mentality and education, and having a shot at being a global citizen. I am not pro western culture wholesale but, that said, she will have her eyes opened to a bigger world stage and Economics plus other subjects will be a wonderful education.

Whether it be getting a degree, learning a new skill like cooking or a foreign language… all these are building blocks for the younger generation Singaporeans to achieve vocational mobility. They can live and work in any country where there is a demand. Frankly we cannot assume Singapore to be economically healthy for the decades ahead. So do plan farther ahead … and good luck !

[Picolo]

Thanks, Uncle Lim. The girl has made up her mind to go LSE with her family’s blessings. The financial part is managed (at most her dear aunt here will chip in and give her no-interest loan lor LOL but seriously) and she is very much looking forward to it. I agree wholeheartedly with what you mentioned and also, between an Accountancy and an Econs degree, the latter definitely has more pro-family career choices to offer to women, and this is coming from an Econs & Stats grad myself with scores of Acc grads I know.

[UncleLim]

Picolo:

Thanks, Uncle Lim. The girl has made up her mind to go LSE with her family's blessings. The financial part is managed (at most her dear aunt here will chip in and give her no-interest loan lor LOL but seriously) and she is very much looking forward to it. I agree wholeheartedly with what you mentioned and also, between an Accountancy and an Econs degree, the latter definitely has more pro-family career choices to offer to women, and this is coming from an Econs & Stats grad myself with scores of Acc grads I know.

I am so glad to hear that, Picolo! And well done for the girl's family to take that leap of faith. She will enjoy the multi-cultural mix of studying in London, making friends with people from Sweden to Swaziland. She will get to read different newspapers and learn the different ways people view world and national issues. Her school is in a very touristy area so even the food is multi-cultural affair!

Her education at LSE is only the beginning. Her degree may not even be important a decade down the road. But she must drink in and absorb as much as she can so that she becomes a well read student of the world. Economics is just a lens through which she looks and learn about people and societies. And with this new understanding she will chart her life, find a life-long partner, seek out opportunities, and achieve freedom to live well for herself and her family.

[Quintessential Mum]

Picolo:

Thanks, Uncle Lim. The girl has made up her mind to go LSE with her family's blessings. The financial part is managed (at most her dear aunt here will chip in and give her no-interest loan lor LOL but seriously) and she is very much looking forward to it. I agree wholeheartedly with what you mentioned and also, between an Accountancy and an Econs degree, the latter definitely has more pro-family career choices to offer to women, and this is coming from an Econs & Stats grad myself with scores of Acc grads I know.

Congrats!! Wishing her the very best! It will be an eye opening experience for sure. I led a sheltered life too but studying overseas was very enriching!

[meinteel]

When talking about LSE, you are talking about a brand name university as well as studying at an university located between London’s financial centre and town hall. Many government leaders visiting UK, investment bankers etc would give speeches there - definitely tons more exposure given at NTU.


There are many researches done there, and the university publish several journals including British Journal of Industry Relations, Economica etc. LSE EFMSS (Economics, accounts, finance, banking) students are highly valued in the finance sector. Landing internships with banks and other major companies at london would be quite likely too!

LSE is a great place to be IF you can afford it. There should not be any worries about making friends if she is going to stay in the university residents as it will be a hive of activities for all - people will be literally dragging her to join in their activities. She can also choose to opt into the mentor scheme where she would be matched with a student mentor for TLC.

However, you should be prepared to pay at least S$300-500 weekly for food & lodging.
Most LSE residence halls costs between 80 (smaller rooms, further from school, without food) -250 (near school, dinner on weekdays) pounds weekly. One should also not forget the university fees, otherwise known as tuition.

This will mean that your sister must be prepared to pay several thousands every month for her university education - unless she does part time work. My university professor use to study at the UK (2 degrees in 3 years while holding 3 part time jobs, did masters in the 4th UK while working as assistant lecturer) Its going to be tough but manageable. Their pay is reasonable higher than Singapore and there are several jobs on campus.

[realitysg]

UncleLim:

Picolo:

Thanks, Uncle Lim. The girl has made up her mind to go LSE with her family's blessings. The financial part is managed (at most her dear aunt here will chip in and give her no-interest loan lor LOL but seriously) and she is very much looking forward to it. I agree wholeheartedly with what you mentioned and also, between an Accountancy and an Econs degree, the latter definitely has more pro-family career choices to offer to women, and this is coming from an Econs & Stats grad myself with scores of Acc grads I know.

I am so glad to hear that, Picolo! And well done for the girl's family to take that leap of faith. She will enjoy the multi-cultural mix of studying in London, making friends with people from Sweden to Swaziland. She will get to read different newspapers and learn the different ways people view world and national issues. Her school is in a very touristy area so even the food is multi-cultural affair!

Her education at LSE is only the beginning. Her degree may not even be important a decade down the road. But she must drink in and absorb as much as she can so that she becomes a well read student of the world. Economics is just a lens through which she looks and learn about people and societies. And with this new understanding she will chart her life, find a life-long partner, seek out opportunities, and achieve freedom to live well for herself and her family.

Very well said, UncleLim.