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The Funding Pitch Kit

A set of tools designed to help you start the conversation with your employer.

From a sample email template to a factsheet explaining the potential business benefits, get everything you need to start the conversation with confidence.

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Wondering how to fund your studies?

Gaining a professional qualification with Kaplan can help you progress your career and increase your earning potential. AAT-qualified professionals earn an average of £38,00011, while part-qualified CIMA and ACCA professionals earn £48,000 on average, rising to £75,0002 or more for fully qualified accountants2. And you may have more options for funding your studies than you realise.

The Funding Pitch Kit helps self-funding learners make the case for employer support. Use these practical resources to build your case for full or partial funding from your employer.

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What's included in The Funding Pitch Kit

Designed to give you full flexibility, these resources work seamlessly together or as standalone tools. Grab the complete kit to get everything in one go, or download individual resources as you need them.

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How to fund your studies: A step-by-step guide

A step-by-step guide shows you the different ways you could fund your studies, from employer invoicing and company cards to expense reimbursement and flexible self-funding options.

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Business case email guidance and template

Our top tips for starting the conversation, structuring your business case, and making a clear, professional case for employer support. You'll also find a sample email template to customise and make your own.

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Employer sponsorship and ROI factsheet

A ready-made resource to put across a compelling business case - demonstrating exactly how the knowledge and practical skills you gain with Kaplan will directly benefit your organisation.

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Whether you're asking your employer to cover the full cost, contribute towards part of your studies, or simply exploring your options, the kit helps you understand what to ask, how to make your case, and what to do next.

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1Statistic is taken from the AAT Salary Survey 2025.

2Statistics are taken from Hays UK Salary and Recruiting trends. Valid as of 2026

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