NICF Diploma in Software and Applications

(Requirement Gathering and Process Redesign) Your Starting Point to a Career in SAP ERP

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" My ultimate goal is to deliver business competitiveness by optimizing operational efciency and agility. I streamline our business processes through leading-edge ERP technology and apply operational best practices to deliver cost savings and to improve responsiveness."

Become a Multidisciplinary "T-Shaped" ERP Professional

Globalisation and the explosion of the internet have brought about easy access to information and significant change to the way businesses operate. In order to stay competitive, organisations often have to search for sustainable ways to maintain cost efficiencies and optimise productivity. It is thus not uncommon for businesses to outsource/offshore general IT functions to cheaper options. However, not all IT functions can be easily outsourced, especially high-end job functions that require knowledge of business and IT. As such, multidisciplinary "T-shaped" Business IT professionals will remain critical human assets, which organisations will endeavour to keep. In line with the National Infocomm competency Framework and supported by Singapore Workforce Development Agency (WDA) and Infocomm Development Authority (IDA), the NICF Diploma in Software and Applications (Requirements Gathering and Process Redesign) aims to transform and develop multidisciplinary "T-shaped" business professional through: Competency-based Education Experiential Learning Programmes Career Enrichment or Transition Support Programmes

Pursue a Career in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is the system which manages all the information and functions of businesses from shared data stores. In this regard, Lithan Hall Academy has developed and accredited the NICF Diploma in Software and Applications (Requirements Gathering and Process Redesign). If you are one of the following: A Finance, HR, Procurement or Logistics professional, or Non-SAP ERP Software Engineer, or An SAP ERP End-user or professional looking for career advancement through broader knowledge of enterprise systems operations Then a career in ERP with a focus on SAP ERP systems may be your ideal career choice.

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NICF Diploma in Software and Applications (Requirement Gathering and Process Redesign)
This NICF-accredited course will provide you with hands-on experience configuring the SAP ERP system. It aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills that increase your competencies in the field of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or assists your career transition into the ERP field of practice. At the end of this course, you will achieve the following: Enhance your employability Acquire knowledge in ERP System Get hands-on experience through an ERP project via your current job, company internship and/or company job placement By the end of the programme, you would have gained sufficient competencies to assume the following ERP Job Roles: Functional Analyst specializing in Finance, Human Resource, Sales & Distribution, or Material Management, or Functional Consultant specializing in Finance, Human Resource, Sales & Distribution, or Material Management, or ABAP Developer, or ERP Project Manager

Programme Outline
There are 2 specialisation tracks under the NICF Diploma in Software and Applications (Requirements Gathering and Process Redesign): SAP ERP Functional Track Specializations: Sales and Distribution, or Material Management, or Finance, or Human Resource ABAP Technical Track Specialization: Advanced Business Application Processing (ABAP)

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Modules
Foundation Modules
ERP Systems (ERPS) Hours: 36 This unit of study allows trainees to gain an appreciation of the impact of ERP Systems on businesses and to understand the issues involved in the design, implementation and maintenance of these systems. Trainees will also develop practical skills in the use of SAP ERP system as an example of ERP Systems. ERP Implementation (ERPI) Hours: 36 Many large organisations are making decisions to implement ERP Systems but the implementation is complex and requires specific project management skills and knowledge. This unit of study uses SAP ERP system to acquaint trainees on the basic methodologies, techniques and tools that are used in the implementation of ERP Systems. Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP) Hours: 36 The unit of study improves knowledge of programming techniques through a commercial application environment that uses SAP's ABAP language. It introduces trainees into the use of the ABAP Development Workbench, which facilitates the development of client-server business reporting applications.

Basic Modules
Human Resource Information System (HR) Hours: 36 This unit of study develops knowledge of concepts and issues related to the use HRIS in Human Resource Management with particular reference to and practical workshops in SAP ERP system. Computerised Accounting in ERP Systems (FI) Hours: 36 This unit of study provides an integrated view on accounting, information management with SAP ERP system, using intra- as well as inter-company business processes. It also examines the impact of ERP Systems and e-business models on accounting and other business functions, including the general understanding of the of the architecture and functionality of ERP Systems, particularly SAP ERP system. Trainees will also learn to create model organisational structures and integrated business processes in order to implement the SAP ERP system or increase its value for accounting and e-business. This unit will also enable trainees to understand the SAP ERP system FI and CO modules and their integration with logistics processes. Sales and Distribution (SD) Hours: 36 The unit covers the issues relating to sales order management in an organisation. It also covers the business processes required in supply chain management system starting from presales activities till billing. Other areas like Pricing, Shipping, and complain processing are also dealt in this course. Material Management (MM) Hours: 36 This unit will develop knowledge and concepts and issues related to the use of Material Management in ERP. It will teach trainees about procurement of materials and planning of the same in logistics and supply chain management. Some of the major features of Material Management is Procurement or Purchasing, Determination of requirements, Source determination, Vendor Selection, Purchase Order processing and Invoice Verification. Trainees will be able to understand the entire process of Material Management in logistics and Supply Chain Process.

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ERP IS Project
IS Application Hours: 108 hours Trainees can choose from a list of electives which includes Finance, Human Resource, ABAP, Sales and Distribution and Material Management. In this unit, trainees will have 40 hours of study in the area of specialisation, adding more dimension to their area of specialisation. For an additional 68 hours, trainees will be doing a simulated project using ERP implementation methodology. This unit adopts a problem-based learning approach applied to real-life scenarios. It aims to pull together the knowledge trainees have gained throughout the course and apply them to projects in their area of specialisation. They will follow project implementation methodology as practiced in business environment, which includes:

Project Preparation Goal Setting Implementation Strategy Team Formation Sign Off

Functional Development Scope Document As Is To Be Gap Analysis Sign Off

Sizing and Blueprinting Project Management Defining the Organisational Structure ERP Reference Model Question and Answer Database Completing the Business Blueprint Accelerated Solutions / Pre-configuration

Realization Business Process Master List (BPML) Customising ERP with the Implementation Guide

Final Preparation Unit Testing Integration Testing User Training and Testing Cut Over Strategy

Go Live

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NICF Diploma in Software and Applications (Requirement Gathering and Process Redesign)
Foundation

ERPS ERPI ABAP

Basic (choose 2 out of 4 modules)

FI

HR

SD

MM

ERP IS Project
Figure 1: ERP Education Path

Delivery Method
Lessons include classroom lectures, classroom tutorials and case studies. The trainers are Industry certified with at least 5 years of Industry experience in SAP ERP and minimum Bachelors Degree holders. These trainers are also accredited by the WDA through in Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA) Programme. For practical training sessions, lecturer to trainee ratio is 1:30. For theory lessons it is 1:60.

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Training Modes and Duration

This programme has 2 modes of training: Train only "Train only" applicable to candidates who are currently working and looking for skills upgrade. "Train only" trainees will attend 9 months of evening class schedules.

Timing 7pm-10pm

3 Months ERPS ABAP Choose two (2) FI, HR, SD or MM

3 Months ERPI IS application

3 Months IS application

Illustration purposes only

Course duration 9 months

Placement and Training *IGNITE "Placement and Training" training is organised during the day time for the first 3 months. For the remaining 6 months, candidates will work as an apprentice in an organisation they are attached to and undertake the training in the evenings. Total duration of the course is 9 months. Upon completion of their training, candidates will be retained by the organisation for a minimum period of 6 months.

Note: Trainees under Placement and Training mode need to commit to a minimum apprenticeship and employment period of 1 year with the sponsoring organisation (6 months apprenticeship plus 6 months full time employment).
*IGNITE (Immerse, Grow, Navigate in Infocomm Technology with Eloquence) is a Placement and Training scheme with emphasis on-the-job training through employer participation and structured training through the NICF programmes.

Timing Between 9am-5pm

3 Months ERPS ABAP Choose two (2) FI, HR, SD or MM

3 Months Apprenticeship

3 Months Apprenticeship

6 Months Full time employee

*IGNITE ERPI IS application IS application

7pm-10pm

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Course duration 9 months (including 6 months apprenticeship)

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Entry Requirements
This course is open to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents only. Qualified Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents will be eligible for course fee subsidy by WDA. All candidates must have Bachelor degree and IELTS 5 score. Candidates who have been taught at Bachelor level with English as medium of instruction may not need to submit an IELTS score. Candidates with a Diploma and a minimum of 5 years of working experience may also apply.

Graduation Requirements
All candidates for graduation must successfully pass or be deemed Competent (C) in all the modules. Student who fail a module will need to retake the module (additional charges may apply).

Candidate Selection and Assessment

All candidates to the course must submit their updated CVs and certificates. Candidates must provide copies of highest educational certificates and training certificates. All candidates are expected to fill-up and submit all prescribed application forms. A selection panel will assess all candidates' eligibility for the course. The selection panel will recommend to candidates the career path, training mode and job roles that best fit their current situation and background. Selection of candidates to this course is based on the recommendations of the selection panel, which shall be considered final. All candidates accepted into the course will need to sign a contract with Lithan Hall Academy, WDA and any sponsoring company (for those under the Placement and Training mode). During the course and after course completion (during 6-month full-time employment period), students may be required to fill-up and submit course and work surveys. These surveys are meant to measure progress and productivity gained in the workplace due to the new knowledge and skills acquired.

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Certificates Awarded
Successful graduates of the course will receive: NICF Diploma in Software and Applications (Requirement Gathering and Process Redesign) comprises the following competencies: IT-RG-401S-1 Determine business expectations and needs IT-RG-405S-1 Scope implementation requirements IT-DD-305S-1 Develop Program IT-RG-402S-1 Gather data to identify business requirements IT-RG-404S-1 Translate business needs into functional requirements IT-AS-401S-1 Analyse and Troubleshoot application problem IT-RG-403S-1 Develop non-functional requirements for a business solution

Further Education
Graduates can opt to get further qualification by enrolling into the Victoria University (Australia) Master of Business (Enterprise Resource Planning systems) offered jointly by Lithan Hall Academy and Victoria University, Australia. Graduates can secure module exemptions (6 out of 12 units) to the Master level course.

What is NICF?
The National Infocomm Competency Framework (NICF), developed by IDA and WDA in close collaboration with the infocomm industry, is a national infocomm roadmap which articulates the competency requirements of key Infocomm professionals. Infocomm professionals and employers can leverage the NICF to determine the types of skills and competencies required for various infocomm jobs and to develop training strategies for the professionals to acquire these skills through accredited training providers. NICF is a framework that articulates competencies and skills required for different infocomm occupations, and lists relevant training programmes available to build these skills. The framework is available online for easy navigation by professionals, employers and training providers. NICF will assist infocomm professionals in assessing their own skills and competencies against national and international standards, and in helping them plan their career paths. It also helps to guide employers in manpower planning, training and professional development programmes.

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About Lithan Hall Academy

Lithan Hall Academy is a specialist education provider for selected professional communities in Asia. Our mission is to deliver Experiential Learning to our customers through competency-based education that support their lifelong career growth and development. For the development of SAP ERP professionals, we offer an educational pathway in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. Through our parent company, Lithan Education (www.lithaneducation.com), we also provide career services that complement our academic education and give our graduates job placement assistance and immediate immersion in the industry. Lithan Hall Academy has a 4-year Edutrust certification as well as 4 years CPE registration under the mandatory Enhanced Registration Framework (ERF) of the Council for Private Education (CPE) of Singapore. Lithan Hall Academy was appointed by the WDA as a CET partner in Nov 2011.

Our Vision and Mission

Our vision is to be the leading specialist education provider for high-growth professional communities in Asia. Our mission is to deliver Experiential Learning to our customers through competency-based educational programs and industry ecosystems that support their lifelong career growth and development.

Our Values and Culture

We place our customers first, differentiate through innovation and deliver results through rapid execution of our goals. We are passionate, team-oriented and continuously learn and grow. Our business environment is open, trusting and professional.

Contact Us
Lithan Hall Academy Pte. Ltd. 80 Anson Road, 12-00 Fuji Xerox Towers, Singapore 079907 t +65 632 49730 f +65 632 41637 For more information, email us at info@lithanhall.com

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