Located in the western province of Saudi Arabia is Jeddah. The city is a major urban center in that region and the chief doorway to the Islamic holy city – Mecca. Jeddah is a city of the arts, home to a dozen museums and open-air art.

Large amounts of wealth are managed under Sharia regulations, but understanding the economics of these markets requires specialized knowledge. A program in Islamic finance often provides the information necessary to understand a given issue, such as capital investment or accounting.

Saudi Arabia is one of two countries named for their royal families, along with the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. There are quite a few jobs for expatriates in Saudi Arabia. It's recommended to learn how to read Arabic, basic tajweed, and some basic speaking skills before you come.

A bachelor's degree is given to students who fulfill the necessary requirements given by the college or university they are attending. The requirements include three to seven years of focus on a subject, typically referred to as a major or concentration.