Established in 1983, the Emirates Institute of Finance is a private higher education institution located in the metropolis of Dubai (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). This institution also has a branch campus in Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. Officially licensed by the Ministry of Education of the United Arab Emirates, Emirates Institute of Finance (EIF) is a coeducational Emirati higher education institution. Emirates Institute of Finance (EIF) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor’s degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor’s degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. EIF also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.