Financial And Investment
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Universities must prioritize financial sustainability to ensure long-term success and growth in the constantly evolving educational sphere. Financial sustainability involves:
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Managing resources efficiently.
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Maintaining a stable financial position.
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Making strategic investments for the institution's future while delivering exceptional education and promoting academic excellence.
King Abdulaziz University has been granted authorization in the Royal Approval No. (62735) dated 23/11/1441 AH to implement the University System. This has led to the establishment of the Financial Sustainability Office at KAU. The office is responsible for devising a plan to enhance the University's resources. Currently, the Financial Sustainability Office has been merged into the General Administration of Investment and Privatization, and its responsibilities now fall under its jurisdiction. To access the administration’s website, please use the following link:
General Administration of Investment and Privatization
Financial Office
The Financial Sustainability Office is committed to promoting financial sustainability at the University. With a focus on developing a favorable investment environment aligned with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's 2030 vision, the office works tirelessly to ensure that Kingdom-owned assets are invested professionally and transparently. By contributing to this goal, the Financial Sustainability Office plays a significant role in maintaining financial balance and supporting a prosperous future. Through the well-defined plan, the office ensures achieving high-performance indicators through the University's educational, research, and production academic services to develop its additional self-resources to ensure the continuity of its work and the implementation of its development programs.
KAU's Financial Sustainability Plan
Following the Royal approval of the new University System, KAU and two other Saudi Universities are applying for its first phase. This is to enhance the University's plan to achieve the Kingdom's 2030 vision of improving the quality of its services to meet current and future sustainability requirements while developing University financial resources.
King Abdulaziz University is committed to achieving financial sustainability through efficient spending and resource development. The financial sustainability office has developed a comprehensive plan consisting of 44 initiatives, each of which has a detailed strategic map to ensure successful execution. The University Council approved the plan during the first session of the academic year 1442/1443 AH, which is a testament to our unwavering dedication to a sustainable future.
Sustainbility Plan
KAU’s Financial Annual Report
King Abdulaziz University (KAU) prioritizes financial governance and transparency. To ensure impartiality, an external accountant prepares the final annual account, which is then scrutinized by the General Auditing Bureau for recommendations. KAU also contracts an external office as a legal observer to audit its accounts, while the Internal Audit Department issues annual reports. The reports are discussed in the University Council, and recommendations from the external legal observer inform financial decision-making and adherence to standards. This comprehensive approach underscores KAU's commitment to accountability and responsible financial practices.
KAU's annual Finacial Report
General Administration of Investment and Privatization
The General Administration of Investment and Privatization at King Abdulaziz University was established by a decision from the University President (No. 4738/Q) dated 2/5/1438H, formalizing previous efforts to organize the investment of university properties and facilities. Before the establishment of this department, investment units were already in place within the University Projects Agency, the Deanship of Student Affairs, and the Contracts and Purchases Department. The General Administration of Investment and Privatization aims to develop and enhance self-generated revenue units and university-owned assets, contributing effectively to the achievement of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. Since its inception, the department has worked to meet the needs of the university’s sectors and branches by providing service locations for university staff and contributing to the improvement of services the university offers to the community.
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KAU Investment Policy
As part of King Abdulaziz University’s commitment to financial sustainability and excellence in institutional performance, this Investment Policy has been developed to serve as a comprehensive framework for managing the university’s non-endowment investment activities. It aligns with the university’s strategic goals and complies with the regulatory and governance frameworks issued by the relevant national authorities.The policy provides guiding principles for investment decision-making, risk management, and allocation of returns, while ensuring transparency, accountability, and alignment with best international practices. It aims to optimize investment returns, diversify income sources, and support the university’s educational, research, and community service missions in line with national development priorities and global standards.
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King Abdulaziz UniversityTreasury Management Policy
King Abdulaziz University (KAU) has developed this Treasury Management Policy as a cornerstone for achieving robust financial stewardship, operational resilience, and long-term institutional sustainability. This policy outlines a strategic framework for managing liquidity, mitigating financial risks, and optimizing the university’s short-term investment portfolio in alignment with global standards and Islamic financial principles. Grounded in transparency, accountability, and regulatory compliance, the policy empowers decision-makers to manage financial resources responsibly while supporting KAU’s academic, research, and community-oriented goals. It incorporates internationally recognized benchmarks—such as SAIBOR and best practices from leading global universities—to ensure competitive performance, ethical investments, and sound risk management. Through this policy, KAU reinforces its commitment to fiscal discipline and excellence in governance, ultimately contributing to the university’s mission of delivering world-class education and research
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Donor Relations Management
The Donor Relations Administration is an organizational unit aimed at building and strengthening sustainable relationships with the university's donors, whether they are individuals or institutions. The administration focuses on creating a collaborative and fruitful environment between the university and its donors by providing an outstanding experience that promotes a culture of giving and contributes to achieving the university's social and educational goals. Through this administration, events and initiatives are organized to improve communication between the university and its donors, as well as tracking and monitoring their contributions. The administration also designs incentive programs for donors and provides them with regular reports on the impact of their support on the university's progress and goal achievement. Furthermore, the administration contributes to achieving academic excellence and expanding research programs and community services by enhancing collaboration with both local and international donors.
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Administration of Contracts and Procurement
The Contracts and Procurement Department at King Abdulaziz University was established to improve and develop the processes related to securing the needs of the university's sectors in accordance with the highest quality standards and in compliance with the approved regulations and policies. The department seeks to leverage the support of the university's senior management, represented by the Vice President of the University for Business and Knowledge Innovation, and works to keep pace with the technological advancements at the university by utilizing the systems and programs developed by the General Administration of Information Technology, with the goal of automating all procedures. In this regard, the department began this year by using the Ministry of Finance's electronic platform (Etimad) to streamline the procedures related to contracts and procurement. Ongoing communication is maintained with specialists in the ministry to activate all available services on the platform. The department continually seeks to improve its performance by receiving feedback and inquiries, aiming for further success and development in a manner that pleases Allah Almighty.
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Procurement policy
King Abdulaziz University is committed to organizing procurement processes in a manner that ensures efficiency, transparency, and optimal utilization of available resources. Within this framework, the University has adopted a comprehensive procurement policy, along with a clear mechanism for submitting purchase requests. This contributes to standardizing procedures, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and ensuring that requirements are fulfilled in accordance with approved regulations, laws, and institutional policies.
To view the Procurement Policy and the mechanism for submitting purchase requests,
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Last Update
2/24/2026 11:32:19 AM
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