six young Saudis who have completed courses in accounting, computer applications and marketing – three job categories now highly in demand in the local labor market – will graduate from the Dammam Community College (DCC) on Tuesday, May 19. Most of the positions in accounting, computer applications and marketing in local companies are occupied by foreign workers. The graduation of the 86 young Saudis will further increase the number of Saudis in these fields in local companies in fulfillment of the Saudization program of the Ministry of Labor. The three courses are all academic programs, according to Dr. Herman Perzanowski, DCC academic coordinator. “Most of the graduates are in accounting and computer applications,” he said. The graduation ceremony, the fourth to be convened by DCC, will be patronized by Prince Jalawi Bin Abdul Aziz Bin Musaed Bin Jalawi, Deputy Emir of the Eastern Province, who will also be the guest of honor. DCC, which was opened in July 2004, was established to meet the demands and requirements of the community, government, social institutions, businesses and industry for young Saudis who are trained in specific fields of specialization. DCC also offers two-year preparatory courses in English, mathematics and vocational training, which are offered on a year-round basis, including summer. Those who complete courses at DCC have the opportunity to pursue an academic diploma at the King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM). The college is under the auspices of KFUPM, approved by the Minister of Higher Education, and is regulated by the Council of Higher Education. It applies the latest technology to enhance students' career opportunities.
