Program Information

The Aim of the Program:

The aim of the accounting program is to provide the accounting profession in Saudi Arabia with the next generation of financial leaders. As well, the accounting program is to serve as a steppingstone for students wish to pursue their higher education studies in accounting or related fields.

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) describes Accounting as “The One Degree with 360 Degree.

Common Positions

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Chief financial officer (CFO)
  • Financial analyst
  • Auditor
  • Tax Accountant
  • Management Accountant
  • Accounting consultant.

Why major in accounting?

Accounting professionals are tapped to take on senior management positions for several reasons:

  • They are known for their trustworthiness and high degree of integrity.
  • Financial acumen.
  • The CFO (the top accounting job) is increasingly seen as a steppingstone for the CEO position.