Program Overview
One of the priorities of Effat University (EU), is to equip students, graduates and the community with professional skills needed for the labor market. Through its various community services and programs, EU aims to produce world class graduates and highly qualified professionals in their fields. Given the importance of the accounting and financial sector for Saudi Arabia economy, and its contribution in creating job opportunities, EU has decided to launch the Associate Diploma in Accounting and Financial Auditing. This program will contribute to effectively qualify and prepare the candidates to become Saudi Organization for Certified Public Accountants (SOCPA) certified and top national and international leaders in this growing sector. In this program the candidates will be offered five subjects: Accounting, Auditing, Zakat and Tax, Jurisprudence of Transactions, and Commercial Law. The Associate Diploma in Accounting and Financial Auditing is designed in order to equip candidates with a solid understanding of accounting and auditing skills to prepare them for SOCPA exams. Certified accountants will be granted Fellowship from SOCPA based on their theoretical knowledge and ability to apply it with skill, level of awareness of professional responsibility, and the behavioural qualities that a certified accountant must exhibit. The program consists of five subject areas namely accounting, auditing, Zakat and tax, jurisprudence of transactions, and commercial law.
Associate Diploma in Accounting and Financial Auditing Degree
Associate Diploma in Accounting and Financial Auditing is granted to students who are completing the required modules successfully. This program aims at preparing the students to successfully complete the Saudi Organization for Certified Public Accountant. Upon the completion of the program, the student will be ready to sit for the five SOCPA Exams.
Educational objectives
The major objectives of the program are:
- To enable the student to acquire theoretical & practical knowledge of the accounting & auditing profession
- To prepare the student for the SOCPA Fellowship exam
- To position the students uniquely in the job market through value-added skills
Target Audience
- Students/Professionals seeking SOCPA membership.
- Individuals who want to enhance their accounting and auditing skillset to further progress in their professions.
- Graduates of administrative sciences who are required to attend 15 credit hours of the offered courses for eligibility of SOCPA professional registration.
Program learning outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
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K1 - Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of fundamental accounting principles, theories, and practices.
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K2 - Acquire advanced knowledge of auditing techniques and methodologies.
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K3 - Understand the principles of Zakat, tax regulations, and commercial laws.
Skills
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S1 - Apply analytical skills to interpret financial data, preparing accurate and comprehensive financial reports that adhere to international accounting standards.
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S2 - Demonstrate proficiency in conducting effective financial audits, identifying areas of risk, and proposing recommendations to enhance financial controls.
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S3 - Cultivate ethical decision-making skills in financial accounting and auditing, recognizing and addressing ethical dilemmas with integrity and professionalism.
Values, Autonomy, and Responsibility
Career opportunities
- SOCPA Certified Accountant
- Auditor
- Accountant
Admission Requirements
The admission requirements for Associate Diploma are as follows:
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High School certificate or equivalent.
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Demonstrate a level of proficiency in both oral and written English that is essential to their success in the diploma program (i.e. IELTS score 5.0 or equivalent Linguaskill or iBT TOEFL).
Graduation Requirements
The graduation requirements for the associate diploma in Accounting and Financial Auditing requires completing nine (09) courses comprising of thirty (30) credit hours. This is the equivalent of one year (2 semesters) of full-time study. Attain a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher.
Course Codes
The Associate Diploma requires completing the following nine courses.
Study Plan
Please check the study plan of Associate Diploma in Accounting and Financial Auditing as PDF.
