It is my pleasure to welcome you to the official website of the Community College of King Saud University which includes useful information about the college in terms of academic departments and programs, study plans, support units and community programs. The website highlights the latest developments related to the overall activities of the college that comprises – seven departments’ programs geared to the needs of the labor market and the requirements of qualified cadres. These programs are as follows : Human Resources Management, Banking and Financial Management, Insurance Business Management, Marketing ,Executive Secertary, Computer Science, and Websites and Graphics Technologies. Believing in the necessity to keep pace with the needs of the labor market, the College is currently developing more specialized programs to meet the needs with efficiency and high quality programs. To improve the educational and administrative process in accordance with national and international standards, the College has been accredited by the National Authority for Assessment and Accreditation (NCAAA) and apply for ISO 9001:2015 certification. The College administration is aware of the importance of creating an attractive learning environment in the light of the current challenges through the diversification of teaching methods, the use of technology in teaching and learning and the access to learning resources, especially electronic ones. In addition, the College perceives the continued development of the capacity of faculty members, who are considered a prerequisite for any successful learning process. The college has launched a number of initiatives and programs ( in addition to its former achievements ) which play a significant role in the process of development. We may mention in particular: the establishment of a training and support unit for employment which provides specialized and enriching training courses for students, and career opportunities for its graduates by building partnerships with public sector institutions and the private and non-profit sector. A specialized unit for studies and research has been founded at the college which deals with the community issues, problems and requirements, and offers possible solutions on a scientific basis. The community service represents one of the most important strategic components of the Community College at King Saud University. Each year this strategic direction is put into action through programs and initiatives which have contributed to the establishment of strategic partnership between the college and the surrounding community. This strategic direction is reflected by concluding several agreements which resulted in the achievement of many common benefits for the community. In addition, an advisory board of prominent decision-makers and businessmen was established to help the college and its academic departments. The college is also keen on investing students’ capabilities and potential in the field of students activities and directing them towards the service of the community where the college got the first place for seven consecutive years at the university level in this field. Finally, we in the college administration are ready to receive your comments and inquiries as we believe they form an important input to the development of the college.
Riyadh Community College, the latest in the university, was founded by virtue of the Council of Ministers’ decree no. 73 issued on 5/3/1422. The first batch of students, 900 in number, joined the college at the commencement of the second semester of the academic year 1423-1424. The college has five departments: Physical Sciences, Applied Medical Sciences, Computer Science, Administrative Sciences, and Arts and Education. The regular study program at the Community College consists of at least four academic semesters. Students take at least 64 academic credits that count towards graduation. The departments have the right to add a semester or more according to the nature and need of every specialization since a specialization may require a foreign language, a preparatory program, a participatory training, or a practicum period before joining the labor market.
Foundation
Arriyadh Community College was founded by virtue of the Council of Ministers’ decree no. 73 issued on 5/3/1422 (2001). The first batch of students, 900 in all, joined the college at the commencement of the second semester of the academic year 1423-1424 (2002-3). The college includes five departments: Physical Sciences, Applied Medical Sciences, Computer Science, Administrative Sciences, and Arts and Education.
Period of Study
The regular study program at the Community College consists of at least four academic semesters. Students have to take at least 64 credits towards graduation. The departments have the right to add a semester or more according to the nature and need of every discipline since a specialization may require a foreign language, a preparatory program, a participatory training, or a practicum period before students can join the labor market.
Advantages of Studying at the College
• Absence of tuition fees.
• College disciplines are sought after in the labor market.
• Possibility to pursue a bachelor degree upon successful completion of the transfer program.
• Possibility to move between transfer and career programs or change majors within either program.
• Possibility to study subjects with more immediate relevance to the students' needs.
Career Program
It is a program by the end of which the student obtains the Associate Degree- a degree equivalent to the intermediate college diploma. This program has the applied specializations that meet the requirements of the labor market. The College Council suggests and provides these specializations after the University Council’s approval.
Goals of Career Program
• Qualifying career students in the specializations most demanded in the labor market and requiring no university degree.
• Giving the college students who could not pursue their study in the Transfer Program for academic reasons the chance to obtain an academic diploma that qualifies them for recruitment.
• Giving the university students who could not pursue their study for academic reasons the chance to obtain an academic diploma that qualifies them for recruitment.
Study Plan of Career Program
Career program is a two-year study program whose plan consists of at least 64 credits in addition to any preparatory or training programs required for the specialization.
Specializations for Career Program
• Applied Medical Sciences
• Medical equipment
• Computer Science
• Administrative Sciences
• Sales Management
• Financing
• Human Resources Management
• Insurance
Vision
Mission
Values
Strengthen
- Strengthering knowledge, skills and abilities of students and graduates.
Development
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Continuous development of the abilities and skills of faculty members.
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Development the internal work environment.
Research
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Distinguished scientific research.
Partnerships
- Building an effective community partnership
Resources
- Diversifying funding sources.
