Critical review of framework and prototype for universities admission in Saudi Arabia (UASA)
E. The current study has presented recommendations for further research ( For more details, see Chapter Eight).
In conclusion, this research is considered important to:
The country where the researcher proposes applying the new proposals for university admission systems in Saudi Arabia (UASA). This system will save time, effort and cost for parents, student, and admission systems administrators. For more details, see Chapter Six.
The researcher in improving his career position and his work in the KSA.
The academic community, especially in the field of DSS and university admission systems, through publishing the main findings of this research.
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