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Major of Finance

University of Business And Technology
NA , Saudi Arabia
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Bachelors
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Accounting | Banking and Insurance | Finance
Area of study
Business and Administration
Course Language
English
About Program

Program Overview

Introduction to the Major of Finance

The Major of Finance at the University of Business and Technology is the first program in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to be accredited by the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD). This comprehensive program offers students a wide range of financial knowledge and skills, essential for success in today's dynamic business environment.


Program Overview

The Finance program at the College of Business Administration (CBA) is designed to meet the demands of the global market, led by a qualified and experienced faculty. The program utilizes cutting-edge financial data technologies, such as Bloomberg, to provide students with practical skills required by the global job market. By joining the program, students will have access to advanced finance techniques and knowledge, enabling them to enhance their finance skills and knowledge.


Vision and Mission

The vision of the Finance program is to develop students' analytical and problem-solving skills in finance, preparing them for successful careers in various industries. The mission is to provide students with the necessary knowledge and expertise in finance, preparing them for successful careers in the finance industry and graduate studies.


Program Requirements

The program consists of non-credited courses and English courses aimed at improving students' language proficiency before they begin their undergraduate studies. The program also develops and improves students' knowledge of mathematical and analytical techniques through the medium of the English language.


Course Structure

The program consists of the following courses:


  • Language Levels (English Language Academy "ELA")
  • Pre-Calculus (depending on the placement test)
  • English Language Level 1
  • Academic English Level 2
  • Academic English Level 3
  • Academic English Level 4

Exemptions

Students may seek course exemptions at the English Language Academy (ELA) by submitting one of the following options:


  • TOEFL iBT result of 75/120
  • IELTS result of 5/9
  • Passing the ELA placement test with a very high score (100/120)

Course Schedule

The course schedule is as follows:


Freshmen (Fall)

  • MATH099: Pre-Calculus (3 units)
  • STAT121: Introduction to Statistics (3 units)
  • ENG 102: English for Specific Purposes (3 units)
  • ENG 101: Academic English (3 units)
  • MKT 120: Marketing Principles (3 units)
  • SOC 140: Communication Skills (3 units)

Freshmen (Spring)

  • BUS 240: Organizational Behavior (3 units)
  • ARAB201: Arabic Language 2 (2 units)
  • ECON101: Microeconomics (3 units)
  • ENG 102: English for Specific Purposes (3 units)
  • SCM 230: Operations Management (3 units)
  • BUS 231: Quantitative Business Analysis (3 units)

Sophomore (Fall)

  • ECON101: Microeconomics (3 units)
  • ECON201: Macroeconomics (3 units)
  • HRM 120: Human Resource Management (3 units)
  • BUS 241: Business Law (3 units)
  • BUS 240: Organizational Behavior (3 units)
  • BUS 231: Quantitative Business Analysis (3 units)
  • BUS 351: Entrepreneurship (3 units)
  • FIN 260: Investment 1 (3 units)

Sophomore (Spring)

  • BUS 350: International Business (3 units)
  • BUS 470: Research Methods (3 units)
  • ELCTG1: College Elective Requirement (3 units)
  • FIN 260: Investment 1 (3 units)
  • BUS 351: Entrepreneurship (3 units)
  • ELCTFI1: Major Elective 1 (3 units)
  • ECON201: Macroeconomics (3 units)
  • FIN 240: Intermediate Financial Management (3 units)
  • FIN 353: Islamic Finance (3 units)
  • FIN 354: Financial Markets & Institutions (3 units)

Junior (Fall)

  • ELCTG2: College Elective Requirement (3 units)
  • ISLS301: Islamic Culture (3 units)
  • BUS 230: Business Communication (3 units)
  • ELCTFI2: Major Elective 2 (3 units)
  • FIN 360: Investment 2 (3 units)
  • FIN 363: Corporate Finance (3 units)
  • FIN 354: Financial Markets & Institutions (3 units)
  • FIN 362: Feasibility Study (3 units)

Junior (Spring)

  • BUS 471: Strategic Management (3 units)
  • FIN 362: Feasibility Study (3 units)
  • ARAB201: Arabic Language 2 (2 units)
  • BUS 470: Research Methods (3 units)
  • ELCTFI3: Major Elective 3 (3 units)
  • FIN 474: Financial Modeling (3 units)
  • FIN 473: International Finance (3 units)
  • FIN 472: Banking Management (3 units)

Senior (Fall)

  • ELCTFI1: Major Elective 1 (3 units)
  • FIN 480: Co-op Training (6 units)
  • ELCTFI2: Major Elective 2 (3 units)
  • ELCTFI3: Major Elective 3 (3 units)
  • FIN 353: Islamic Finance (3 units)
  • ISLS201: Islamic 2 (2 units)

Senior (Spring)

  • BUS 471: Strategic Management (3 units)
  • BUS 350: International Business (3 units)
  • ISLS301: Islamic Culture (3 units)
  • (BUSINESS ETHICS) (3 units)

Program Advisory Board

The program advisory board consists of the following members:


  • Dr. Yaseen Abualkheer
  • Dr. Talaal Aljedaibi
  • Dr. Haitham Khoj
  • Mr. Ashar Saleem
  • Mrs. Bouthaina Albaity
  • Dr. Mohd. Ishaq Ali
  • Ms. Kholoud ba Junaid
  • Dr. Farah Durani
  • Dr. Abdul Malik Syed
  • Ms. Lujain al obaid
  • Mr. Osayed Tayyib
  • Mr. Faisal Haroon Sheikh
  • Ms. Layan Garoot

Course Descriptions

The following courses are offered in the Finance program:


  • ACCT101: Principles of Accounting 1 (3 credit hours)
  • ACCT102: Principles of Accounting 2 (3 credit hours)
  • ARAB201: Arabic Language 2 (2 credit hours)
  • BUS 230: Business Communication (3 credit hours)
  • BUS 231: Quantitative Business Analysis (3 credit hours)
  • BUS 240: Organizational Behavior (3 credit hours)
  • BUS 241: Business Law (3 credit hours)
  • BUS 350: International Business (3 credit hours)
  • BUS 351: Entrepreneurship (3 credit hours)
  • BUS 470: Research Methods (3 credit hours)
  • BUS 471: Strategic Management (3 credit hours)
  • FIN 260: Investment 1 (3 credit hours)
  • FIN 353: Islamic Finance (3 credit hours)
  • FIN 354: Financial Markets & Institutions (3 credit hours)
  • FIN 360: Investment 2 (3 credit hours)
  • FIN 362: Feasibility Study (3 credit hours)
  • FIN 363: Corporate Finance (3 credit hours)
  • FIN 472: Banking Management (3 credit hours)
  • FIN 473: International Finance (3 credit hours)
  • FIN 474: Financial Modeling (3 credit hours)
  • HRM 120: Human Resource Management (3 credit hours)
  • MATH099: Pre-Calculus (3 credit hours)
  • SOC 140: Communication Skills (3 credit hours)
  • STAT121: Introduction to Statistics (3 credit hours)

Careers and Employability

The Finance program has an exceptional track record of advancing graduates' careers. This is due to the program's focus on developing students' knowledge in today's dynamic business environment. During their time as Finance students, they will have the opportunity to:


  • Secure an internship to complete their COOP training
  • Work and network with distinguished accounting firms
  • Attend specialized workshops and seminars to enhance their skills and experience
  • Participate in challenges and competitions

Graduates of the Finance program are qualified to pursue employment opportunities in the following areas:


  • Banking industry
  • Investment banking, funds, and companies
  • Financial planning and financial analyst positions
  • Investment and consultancy management
  • Start-ups and other professional careers
  • Academic sector
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