Q. What is unique about the KPMG Scholarship programme?
KPMG was the first of the Big 4 professional services firms in Singapore to provide a scholarship programme. Our scholarship programme began in 1987 and we have a strong reputation in the marketplace as an excellent provider of scholarships. This is proven by the number of high profile positions our scholars and alumni are holding in the profession, industry, business community and the civil service.

The KPMG Scholarship is all about you. Because we recognise that young aspiring people like you have great dreams and ambitions, we continuously invest through our KPMG Scholarship programme to develop your personal and professional capabilities to help you reach your potential as leaders and responsible corporate citizens.

As a fresh graduate, you will be exposed to a wide variety of professional offerings in audit, tax and advisory services. You will, in addition, be given opportunities to train or work overseas. Click here to watch what our scholars have to say to you about the KPMG Scholarship programme!

Q. What are some of the qualities that KPMG looks for in their scholars?
We are looking out for well-rounded individuals who possess excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of emotional maturity. Our scholarships are offered to those with a strong focus to make their mark in a professional services firm. Click here to find out how you can qualify for the KPMG Scholarship.

Q. What do we provide during the course of your university studies?
We provide more than just financial support through the KPMG Scholarship programme. We also ensure that you will get strong support by way of constant coaching and mentoring from experienced managers and partners during the entire duration of your studies and when you commence your employment with us. Right from the beginning, you will be given opportunities to excel and to work towards achieving your personal best. We will mentor you closely and help you plan your path to achieve your personal and professional goals and aspirations.  Click here for more details.

Q. What can I look forward to upon joining KPMG after graduation?
You will be given excellent learning and development opportunities and unrivalled industry exposure. You will be mentored by senior members of staff and management, many of whom are scholars themselves, to ensure thatyour welfare and development remains a priority to us throughout your career with us. Click here for some of the exciting experiences our KPMG Scholars would like to share with you!

You can also look forward to rapid career advancement in the firm. You will start as an Associate and make your way up to Senior Associate, Assistant Manager, Manager, and eventually, Executive Director or Partner of the firm.  Many of our scholars become Managers within five years. At every step of the way, we will provide the necessary learning and guidance through structured learning and milestone programmes, excellent industry exposure and mentoring to ensure that you obtain the maximum benefits of our scholarship programme.

Q. Tell me some interesting facts about KPMG!

• KPMG is popularly known as an auditing firm. However, KPMG provides tax and advisory services too, and is more accurately known as a professional services firm.
• KPMG is a decorated Employer of Choice, having been recognised in Singapore for excellence in people, performance and culture.
• In 2009, our people spent more than 15,000 hours on volunteer and community work as part of our Corporate Citizenship efforts.
• KPMG has 137,000 people around the world, across 144 countries and territories. In Singapore, KPMG has a staff strength of more than 2,000 people.
• At any one time, more than 2,500 KPMG people from 90 countries are on international assignment.
• We have a large pool of KPMG scholars in Singapore, ranging from Associates to Partners, to students who are still on campuses.