About the initiative
The Saudi Skills Initiative is one of the ambitious initiatives launched by the Saudi Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, aiming to empower Saudi and Arab youth to acquire the future skills required in the modern labor market. The initiative offers free training courses in fields such as artificial intelligence, programming, cybersecurity, digital marketing, and project management. The initiative seeks to enhance the personal and professional competencies of participants, contributing to improving employment opportunities and developing the digital economy. The program is distinguished by its collaboration with global partners to ensure the quality of training and the application of international best practices. If you are looking to develop your skills and gain new experiences, the Saudi Skills Initiative is your first step towards a successful career.
Initiative objectives
- Bridging the skills gap: Reducing the gap between the skills required in the labor market and the skills of job seekers or current employees.
- Promoting employment: Increasing youth employment opportunities and job stability in the private sector.
- Competency development: enabling participants to acquire advanced technical skills that meet the needs of the local and global market.
- Supporting the digital economy: Contributing to achieving the Kingdom's Vision 2030 by building a strong knowledge and technology base.
Target groups
- Job seekers: Young people seeking to acquire new skills to enter the job market.
- Private sector employees: Individuals who wish to develop their existing skills to improve their job performance.
- Tech enthusiasts: Individuals who want to learn new technologies such as artificial intelligence, programming, and cybersecurity.
Available fields
- Artificial Intelligence (AI): Learn how to build AI models and analyze data.
- Programming: Develop programming skills using languages such as Python, Java, and C++.
- Cybersecurity: Understanding how to protect systems and information from cyber attacks.
- Data Analysis: Learn how to collect and analyze data to make strategic decisions.
- Other technical fields: such as application development, technical project management, and cloud computing.
Advantages
- Completely free courses: There are no fees to register or participate.
- Certified Certificates: Obtain a certified certificate after successfully completing the course.
- Practical training: Practical courses help you apply what you learn directly.
- Career Opportunities: Enhance your chances in the job market by acquiring future skills.
How to participate
- Register via the official link for the initiative: Registration link
- Choose the training program that suits your needs.
- Participate in interactive courses and get certified.
Last date for registration
- Now open all year round.