Higher Education Commission (HEC) Accreditation
Belstar Training Centre is accredited with HEC since 2008 to run the CGI (ICSA) programme.
1. Entry Requirements
The institute has no entry requirement for this level. However as per local regulations we can enroll only holders of any of the following:
HSC: 3 subjects at A Level and 1 subject at subsidiary level.
HSC: 2 subjects at A Level and 2 subjects at subsidiary level.
GCE: A Level 3 subjects.
If you are awaiting HSC results in order to enroll, then you may find it difficult to catch up on missed sessions. Enrolling provisionally is possible. Please attach 2nd Term school results to the enrolment form.
2. Course Details
The Foundation Programme provides a broad introduction to business, how companies are governed, maintained and financially managed, and the laws to which they must adhere. The knowledge and skills gained through the Foundation Programme prepare you for studying Part One of the qualifying programme.
Study time: 200 hours
The Foundation Programme covers FOUR sections examined in a SINGLE 3 hour paper.
Section 1: Business Environment
Section 2: Company Law
Section 3: Principles of Compliance and Company Administration
Section 4: Principles of Accounting
Start your path to becoming Chartered with the Foundation Programme.
CGI Foundation Programme provides the relevant skills and knowledge to help prepare you to meet the demands of Part One of Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme. This is especially useful if you do not have the academic or professional experience to enter the Qualifying Programme at Part One. The Foundation Programme is your first step on the path to a career as a governance professional or company secretary.
Content
The Foundation Programme covers the following subjects:
- Business environment – how businesses are organised and run and how the external environment affects business activities
- Law – an introduction to corporate and business (commercial) law and the legal framework within which businesses operate
- Company compliance and administration – introducing legal, ownership and management structures for companies, how companies are incorporated and routine company compliance and governance obligations
- Finance – the basics of bookkeeping and how to understand the components of financial documentation as well as the principles of financial decision making.
3. Proposed Semester Dates for 2023
| Exams Date | Enrol as from | Start | End |
| Jun-23 | 1st December | 15 -Jan | 04-Jun |
| Nov-23 | 15th June | 08-Jul | 11-Nov |
Foundation classes are run on Sundays from 9.00 to 1200
4. Fees
4.1 Course Fees for Foundation Rs 12 000
The following facilities are available
4.1.1 Sponsored students may, in lieu of payment, produce a letter from their firm accepting liability to settle course fees in full before classes start.
4.1.2 Self -financed students who complete all enrolment procedures and settle the tuition fees in full by 23rd December are eligible to an early bird discount of Rs 2000.They will pay Rs 10 000 only.
4.1.3 Self- financed students may apply for payment facilities using the prescribed request form available from administration. Kindly contact administration for details. (Tel 4675917 or email admin@belstartraining.com)
4.2 CGI fees (extracted from CGI website and subject to revision)
| Amount# | Deadline | ||
| CGI Financial Year 01/08/22 to 31/07/2023 | Direct to CGI | Thru Belstar in Rs ## | |
| 1 A one off registration Fee | £205 | In Jan or July | On or before 21st January 2023 |
| 2 Membership fees for Half Year | £74 | Before 1st Feb | On or before 21st January 2023 |
| 1st Feb to 31 July (those who join in January) | |||
| 2A Membership fees for Full Year | £147 | Before 1st August | On or Before 22nd July 2023 |
| 1st Aug to 31st July (for those who join in July) | |||
| 3 Exam Fees for June sitting | £ 172 | 23-Mar | On or before 15-Mar |
| 4 Exam Fees November sitting | £ 172 | 23-Sep | On or before 15-Sep |
Fees payable by bank transfer into Belstar Bank Account. Please attach screenshot of transaction with your forms properly completed. Incorrectly completed forms will be rejected and relative payment refunded. Details of exchange rate and charges applicable will be available from Administration as from mid January
Deadlines must be scrupulously observed
5. Mandatory Confirmation
The submission of an enrolment form is a confirmation that you have read, understood and accepted unreservedly the contents of documents below each accessible on a click:
Completing and sending an enrolment form implies full acceptance of our terms and conditions.
6. Documents to be submitted with your Enrolment Form
- NID Card
- Certificates meeting entry requirements (HSC or GCE A Level)
- For provisional enrolment, please attach 2nd term school results to the enrolment form
7. Download Enrolment Form
Ideally the enrolment form should be downloaded, printed, filled in, signed, scanned and emailed to us.
To simplify your application, we suggest that you download, fill the form and email it directly to us. We will send you further instructions once your application is successful.
8. FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline to enrol with Belstar
| DEADLINES for | January Intake | July Intake |
| Sponsored | 15th Dec 2022 | 15th June 2023 |
| Self Finance | 28th Dec 2022 | 28th June 2023 |
How to register with CGI, renew membership or pay Exam/Exemption Fees?
You can do it on line directly to CGI website using a credit card or via Belstar AFTER your enrolment. Payment will be in Rupees via a bank transfer
Does Belstar assess the eligibility to exemptions?
Foundation paper is meant for those not meeting entry requirements hence the matter of exemption does not arise
With which module should I start?
This is best left to the tutor and most of them prefer to kick off with accounting
Does Belstar provide a report on attendance and performance to students?
These are provided under an agreement with employers in respect of sponsored students. Self- financed students may make a written request on a written request to administration
Does Belstar sell the study text?
The Institute has notified that study texts will no longer be available in hard copies.
Are fees paid to Belstar refundable in case of drop out?
Please refer to our refund policy on website.
Does Belstar cater for online sessions for the provision of the course?
Courses are designed for a mixture of online and face to face delivery. Tutors will provide more details in due course
Is Belstar adequately equipped for promoting social distancing
Belstar is adequately equipped to adhere to any protocol set up by the authorities.
Are there any special requirements for studying for CGI?
Yes there are many; the most important ones being
- Well organized and creative so as not to run out of time for studying properly
- Have a smart phone & an internet abled computer fitted with a webcam.for exams
3 Proficient with your keyboard; a minimum speed of 30 wpm is desirable
9. Important Links to CGI Procedures
9. Link to CGI for info about the Foundation course Foundation Programme (cgi.org.uk)
Course Features
- Lecture 0
- Quiz 0
- Duration 50 hours
- Skill level Beginner
- Language English
- Students 16
- Assessments Yes
