Minor in Accounting

The Minor in Accounting provides IAU students with a solid foundation in core accounting concepts such as financial reporting, performance analysis, and regulatory compliance. The program develops analytical and ethical competencies aligned with professional standards (e.g., ACCA, ICAEW), supporting roles in public accounting, financial services, and government, in line with Saudi Vision 2030.

College

College of Business Administration

Campus

Dammam

Level

Undergraduate

Degree

Minor

Gender

Female, Male

Credit hours

22

Department                                  Accounting

Eligibility:

• Open to IAU students in their second year or higher of bachelor programs only (completed at least 36 credit hours).
• English as the study language or IELTS score 5.

GPA: Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.75/5.0 to ensure readiness for business and analytics coursework.

Core Requirements for Minor Program Continuation:

• Completion of MATH114, ECON231, ECON237, and ACCT236 or equivalent courses, each with a minimum grade of “C+”.
• Completion of ACCT302: Financial Reporting I (4 credits) with a minimum grade of “C”.

Application:

• Submit an application through the system, including a transcript and a statement of interest outlining career goals.

Note: The schedules below outline the courses offered in the first and second semesters of each academic year. Students are not required to complete these courses within one year and may distribute them throughout their university tenure until fulfilling the minor program requirements.

Minor in Accounting Study Plan