YANBU INDUSTRIAL COLLEGE

FAQs

1.What is the duration of the Executive MBA Program?

There will be eight semesters spread over Two years.

2.How many courses I have to complete?

You have to complete 15 courses totaling 45 credits. There are 6 Foundation courses, 6 Core courses and 3 Electives.

3.What is the medium of instruction?

English is the only medium of instruction.

4.Where to apply?

As a first step, you have to open EMBA page by clicking the tab on the top right side of YIC web site and fill the attached Electronic Application form. Within one week we will inform you whether you are eligible for admission or not. You can also fill this form and submit it in person along with the required documents mentioned in the checklist, before the stipulated date.  If you are not eligible, we will send you a mail explaining the reasons and possible remedial measures to rectify the shortcomings.

5.What are the specializations you offer?

You can choose specializations in Finance, Marketing, Global Supply Chain Management, Technology Management or Organizational leadership.  You can even opt for a general specialization by mixing courses from any specialization cluster. However, a minimum number of students should opt for a particular specialization for the course to be offered.

6.Which institution is awarding the degree?

The degree is awarded by University of Indianapolis, USA.  All admitted students will belong to University of Indianapolis, will be issued student IDs and get access to all resources of the University available to a student studying in the home campus in United States.

7.Who will teach the courses?

Courses are delivered in three modes.  Some courses are taught by YIC faculty members, some are taught by visiting faculty from University of Indianapolis, Athens Campus and some will be offered at Athens during summer.

8.When and where the classes are conducted?

The MBA Classes will be conducted at Yanbu Technical Institute (YIT) campus.  For the first semester, there will be three sessions in a week- one session from 6pm to 9 pm on Wednesdays and two sessions on Thursdays, one each in the morning and afternoon.  There will be a tutorial session on Tuesdays from 8 pm to 10 pm where the students can come and discuss matters related to the subject areas and the program with the teaching faculty and the coordinator. There will be no classes on weekdays. 

9.What are the arrangements for study materials?

There will be prescribed text books for each course.  The books can be purchased, though limited copies will be made available in the library.  Cost of study material is not included in the program fee structure.

1. 10.Do we have tothe parent campus in between?
2. You have to take 4 courses in Athens Campus, two each in first and second summers.  You will be awarded the MBA degree in Athens after the final summer subject to successful completion of all the courses.
3. 11.Is it compulsory to go to Athens for summer?
4. As per the accreditation requirements four courses must be taught at university campus.
5. 12.What is the program fee?

The tuition fee will be SR 69,000 for the whole program and a one-time admission fee of SR 750 payable along with the first semester fees.

1. 13.Does the program fee include the fee for courses offered from Athens?
2. However, travelling and accommodation expenses are not included in the program fee.  Accommodation is available in university campus for a nominal fee during your period of stay.
3. 14.Do we have to pay in lump sum or in installments?

The fee is payable every semester depending on the number of courses offered per semester. Detailed course offering plan and semester-wise fee are given in the website, www.yic.edu.sa

1. 15.Can I get exemptions to certain courses if I have already studied them before?

Yes, subject to a maximum of 9 hours from another accredited program.  Please see the program brochure for details.

1. 16.Can I study at my own pace by taking less number of courses per semester?

Yes, you can.  However, you have to complete the program within five years from the date of registration.  Also, if there is a hike in the course fee you may have to bear the cost after two years from registration. 

1. 17.I am not a Saudi citizen. Am I eligible to apply?
2. Eligible Saudi nationals and legal residents of Saudi Arabia can apply.

1. 18.Will there be a refund of fee if I drop the program in between?

A student who has paid the fees but drops out before commencement of the classes will be refunded in full. A student drops out during the first week of classes will be refunded up to a limit of (75%) of the fees paid. If he drops out during the second week of classes, he will be refunded up to a limit of (50%) of the fees paid. Dropping out after this period will not entitle the student for any cash refund.

1. 19.What is the study plan?

Please visit the web pages of EMBA from YIC’s website and look for Course & Fee structure

1. 20.Is there any application fee and will you refund the money if admission is not given?

You have pay an Administration and processing fee of SR 750 along with the first semester fee. 

1. 21.Is there any Minimum GPA standard for admission?

A cumulative Bachelor degree GPA of 2.50 out of 4 (3.30 out of 5) is preferred. (See item No: 22 below).  However students with lower Bachelor degree GPA  can be admitted without GMAT if they have Masters Degree or possess Professional certification such as Chartered Engineer, Chartered Accountant, Registered Pharmacist etc.

1. 22.Is it compulsory to provide a TOEFL score?

No. If you have studied your Bachelor Program in English there is no need of TOEFL. If your qualifying degree is taught in Arabic or any language other than English, a good TOEFL score is necessary for admission in to the program.

1. 23.Do I have to write GMAT?

If you do not have 5 years working experience, you can compensate the shortfall by providing GMAT score.  The lesser the experience, you need higher scores. Also applicants who do not have a Bachelor degree GPA of 2.80 out of 4 (3.50 out of 5) are advised to write GMAT.

1. 24.Who should write recommendation letters?

You have to submit two recommendation letters, one from your educational institution and one from the current employer.  If you have left your educational institution long time ago, two recommendation letters can be from different supervisors from the employing organization.  These letters must be original.

1. 25.Do I have to submit any original certificates at the time of application?

No and Yes.  We need only true copies (Photocopy with original stamp of the university) of your transcripts and Degree Certificates.  Yes, we require original recommendations and original experience certificates. 

1. 26.Can I choose to study some courses in Athens or in United States?

As you are a student of University of Indianapolis, you can opt to learn from any campus, subject to the availability and timing of the course.

1. 27. Where can I get more Information?

You can visit www.yic.edu.sa .    If you want to have a conversation with one of our team members, dial 0500910399.

1. 28.When will I graduate?

If you follow the normal schedule and complete all courses with the stipulated grades you will graduate in the month of June 2015.