Preparatory Course for the Chartered Valuer and Appraiser (CVA) Programme Module 1: Introductory Valuation – Bangkok
- Finance & Investment
This programme is conducted in-person in Bangkok.
Note: This CVA programme is open for CVA candidates who are residing in Bangkok.
To sign up for the SMU preparatory course, you must first successfully apply as a CVA Programme candidate with the Institute of Valuers and Appraisers, Singapore. Apply to be a CVA Programme candidate here.
3 days
Weekdays (9am - 5pm, In-person)
Weekends (9am - 5pm, In-person)
Who Should Attend
- This preparatory course is designed for CVA Programme candidates who seek additional learning support in preparing for the Module 1 examination.
Admission Requirements
Only CVA Programme candidates may apply for the SMU preparatory course.
Apply for CVA Programme
Apply to become a CVA Programme candidate with IVAS. Apply here.
Register for Module 1 Examination
Once accepted into the CVA Programme, register directly with IVAS for your Module 1 examination. You will receive an email with registration instructions.
It is recommended to register for your Module 1 examination first to receive the official IVAS learning materials before starting the preparatory course.
Note: The CVA curriculum comprises five modules and offers you flexibility in completing the first four modules (Module 1 to Module 4). You can take Module 1 and Module 2 in any order or simultaneously, before proceeding to Module 3 and Module 4. You must pass Module 1 to Module 4 before taking the Capstone Module, which is case-based and application-focused.
Overview
This module provides the foundational knowledge for every business valuation exercise. Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:
- Describe the business valuation landscape and the future developments
- Identify the valuation standards applicable to business valuation
- Describe the competencies, role, behaviour and conduct of business valuers and the competency framework for professional valuers
- Discuss the valuation context and the role that business valuation plays in the financial and corporate world
- Differentiate various terms, bases and premises of value and their implication to the valuation outcome
- Explain the key concepts of accounting and finance relating to business valuation
- Apply the principles of business valuation
- Describe and adopt a valuation process which is acceptable in a transactional and/ or financial reporting environment; and prepare a credible and professional business valuation report
- Describe and adopt the best practices in preparing prospective financial information
About the Chartered Valuer and Appraiser Programme
The Chartered Valuer and Appraiser (CVA) Programme is a comprehensive certification programme designed for professionals looking to build or advance their career in business valuation.
What Sets the CVA Programme Apart
Internationally benchmarked standards – Built upon competency, ethical, and professional standards established by the International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC), the global standards setter for valuation.
Industry-developed curriculum – Created through extensive consultation with senior practitioners from Accountancy, Banking, Legal, and Investment Management sectors.
Practical, market-focused approach – Integrates comprehensive technical knowledge with real-world experience through insights from industry experts and case studies focused on Asian and emerging markets.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the 3-day module, participants will be able to:
- Describe the business valuation landscape and the future developments
- Identify the valuation standards (specifically IVS Framework) applicable to business valuation
- Describe the competencies, role, behaviour and conduct of business valuers and the competency framework for professional valuers
- Discuss the valuation context and the role that business valuation plays in the financial and corporate world
- Differentiate various terms, bases and premises of value and their implication to the valuation outcome
- Explain the key concepts of accounting and finance relating to business valuation
- Apply the principles of business valuation
- Describe and adopt a valuation process which is acceptable in a transactional and/ or financial reporting environment
- Describe and adopt the best practices in preparing prospective financial information, including disclosures on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors and intangibles; and prepare a credible and professional business valuation report
Assessment
As part of the requirement for SkillsFuture Singapore, there will be an assessment conducted at the end of the course. The mode of assessment, which is up to the trainer’s discretion, may be an online quiz, a presentation or based on classroom exercises.
Participants are required to attain a minimum of 75% attendance and pass the associated assessment for each of the modules in order to be awarded a certificate of completion for each module issued by SMU Academy.
Fee Table
| MODULE 1 |
Course Fee | $1,500.00 |
Please note that the programme fees are subject to change without prior notice.
Intake Information
Next Intake: 2 - 4 Oct 2026 [Open for Registration]
Intakes are held twice a year.
Additional Details
Module Exemption
Graduates of the Singapore Chartered Accountant (CA) Qualification who have passed the Business Value, Governance and Risk (BG) module (from December 2022 onwards) will be exempted from Module 1.
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