Education & Training
Education technology news, e-learning platforms, digital skills training, and academic developments shaping the future of learning in Saudi Arabia.
TDF Opens Registration for Fourth Cohort of “Tourism Olou” Graduate Program
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – July 7, 2025: The Tourism Development Fund (TDF) has announced the opening of registration for the fourth edition of its flagship “Tourism Olou” program, a premier graduate training initiative designed to attract exceptional Saudi talent from top local and international universities. The program aims to equip graduates with the skills and […]
Najm Company Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Naif Arab University to Strengthen Cooperation in Traffic Safety
July 8, 2025 – Riyadh Najm for Insurance Services has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Naif Arab University for Security Sciences (NAUSS), aiming to enhance cooperation in the fields of traffic safety, accident analysis, the development of training programs, and joint research. The (MoU) seeks to leverage the shared expertise between parties to […]
AnaAkhtar and the University of Jordan Sign MoU to Advance SEB Learning Across the MENA Region
Amman, Jordan 26 June 2025: UAE-based AnaAkhtar, the first EdTech platform in the MENA region dedicated to social, emotional, and behavioral (SEB) development, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Jordan to advance SEB learning through collaborative research, joint academic efforts, and regional cooperation. The MoU was signed by H.E. Dr. Nathir […]
Juffali Automotive Launches Fourth Edition of the Mercedes-Benz Apprenticeship Program for Saudi Youth
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Juffali Automotive Company, the authorized general distributor of Mercedes-Benz in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is proud to announce the launch of the fourth edition of the Mercedes-Benz Advanced Modern Apprenticeship Program, in collaboration with the Juffali Training Center. The fully sponsored two-year training initiative aims to attract and empower ambitious […]
MBSC Achieves Full Institutional Accreditation from the NCAAA
Jeddah, 3 July 2025 – Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College of Business and Entrepreneurship (MBSC), the Kingdom’s world-class business school, proudly announces its attainment of full institutional accreditation from the National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation (NCAAA). This significant achievement underscores MBSC’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence and its alignment with the Kingdom of […]
BCG Launches Jeel Tamooh 7th Edition to Empower Saudi Future Leaders
BCG launches Jeel Tamooh 2025, a leadership program empowering Saudi youth with skills in innovation, sustainability, and fintech to drive Vision 2030.
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Nurturing digital natives: How families everywhere can encourage healthy digital habits from early childhood
By H.E. Dr. Yousef Al Hammadi, Executive Director of Knowledge and Innovation at the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority In today’s interconnected world, technology is everywhere — at home, in schools, and in playgrounds. That means for children growing up in the digital age, technology isn’t just a tool, it’s part of their daily lives […]
MBSC Celebrates Record-Breaking Graduation with 476 Graduates in 2025
King Abdullah Economic City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 13 April 2024: Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College of Business and Entrepreneurship (MBSC), the Kingdom’s world-class business school, has proudly celebrated its largest graduating class to date, marking a significant milestone in its journey to redefine business education in Saudi Arabia. A total of 476 graduates were […]
British Council Expands to Khobar
British Council Announces Launch of Young Learners English Courses in Eastern Province Riyadh – The British Council is pleased to announce the launch of its highly sought-after Young Learners English courses in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. This initiative aims to enhance English proficiency among young learners in the region, aligning with the strong […]
Five ways AI is creating a healthier future
MBZUAI is leading a healthcare revolution, from fetal health to remote accessibility, and deeper diagnosis to home-based care Abu Dhabi, UAE, April 7, 2025: As artificial intelligence continues to transform healthcare, developments in multimodal models could hold the key to improving maternal and newborn health — the core focus for World Health Day 2025 today, […]
ETS Expands Global Offerings with TOEIC Link Assessments Launched in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 25 March 2025 – ETS, a global leader in education and talent solutions, announces the launch of TOEIC Link assessments in Saudi Arabia — a next-generation online English proficiency assessment designed to meet the evolving needs of organizations worldwide. A New Era of English Assessment For more than 45 years, the TOEIC program […]
ULA Secures $28M to Expand in Saudi Arabia and Supercharge AI-Powered Learning
Riyadh, Saudi, February 24, 2025 – ULA, a leading EdTech platform formerly known as Jo Academy, has raised $28 million in a Series B round led by Rua Ventures, with backing from JCIF (consortium of 16 Jordanian banks), and follow-on participation from Foursan (backed by IsDB and Olayan). The investment will fuel ULA’s expansion into […]
Chegg Global Student Survey 2025: 89% of Saudi Arabian Undergraduates Have Used GenAI for their Studies – but Accuracy Remains a Top Concern
Chegg’s 2025 Global Student Survey 2025 offers key insights into the lives, aspirations, and concerns of undergraduate students across 15 countries in the age of AI. Chegg’s 2025 Global Student Survey found that nearly 9 in 10 Saudi Arabian students surveyed (89%) say they have used GenAI to support their university studies, the third highest percentage […]
Young Lynx Academy expands to Riyadh, marking third year of partnership with Publicis Groupe Middle East
Dates for 2025 editions in Dubai and Riyadh announced 27 January 2025 – Dubai Lynx, MENA’s premier platform for celebrating creative excellence and innovation, has announced the return of its Young Lynx Academies in 2025, marking the third consecutive year of its partnership with Publicis Groupe Middle East. This collaboration has been instrumental in nurturing young […]
Dell Technologies, Aramco and National IT Academy Celebrate Graduation of Saudi Students from “ITXcelerate” Program
Riyadh, KSA – January 22, 2025: Dell Technologies, Aramco and National IT Academy (NITA) celebrated the graduation of talented Saudi students from the 18-weeks “ITXcelerate” program. These graduates have earned globally recognized Dell Proven Professional Certifications in Information & Storage Management and Data Science & Big Data Analytics, equipping them with advanced technical expertise and positioning them as […]
“Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College to Host the International Entrepreneurship Research Conference (IERC 2025) in Jeddah”
KAEC, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – January 22, 2025: Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College of Business and Entrepreneurship (MBSC) is set to host the highly anticipated 1st International Entrepreneurship Research Conference (IERC 2025) from January 21 to 23, 2025, at its campus in King Abdullah Economic City. Under the theme “The Future of Entrepreneurship, Family Business & […]
Avocor A Series Heralds a New Era of Interactive Displays for Modern Classrooms
Avocor, a leading provider of innovative collaboration communication solutions, has today announced the launch of the A Series, a groundbreaking line of interactive displays designed to transform the modern classroom. The A Series empowers educators by integrating useful and familiar tools to deliver a premium in-person teaching experience, as well as seamless connections that facilitate […]
Huawei HCIE Rocks 2024: Empowering the Future of ICT
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, December 29, 2024—Huawei, a leading global provider of ICT infrastructure and smart devices, hosted a prestigious HCIE Rocks night to celebrate the achievements of Huawei Certified ICT Experts (HCIE) and explore the latest advancements in ICT technologies. The event brought together industry leaders, visionaries, academicians, and certified experts to discuss the importance […]
Huawei unveils “T.H.E. GOLD Talent” program at ICT Competition regional final in Riyadh
Program leverages advanced technologies to transform higher education and nurture digital intelligence talent across the Middle East and Central Asia region Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, December 23, 2024—Huawei has announced the launch of its groundbreaking “T.H.E. GOLD Talent” program in collaboration with the UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education (IITE). The program aims to transform […]
Saudi Students Shine at Huawei ICT Competition, Advance to Global Finals
Saudi Teams Triumph at Huawei ICT Competition Regional Finals Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, December 20, 2024: Saudi university student teams achieved notable success at the Huawei ICT Competition Middle East and Central Asia (ME&CA) 2024-2025 Regional Finals, held over three days in Riyadh. A Saudi team secured first place for their project “NABEEH” in the Innovation Competition, […]
MBSC Partners with SWA to Develop High-Impact Leaders through an Exclusive HIPO Program
King Abdullah Economic City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 19 December 2024: In line with its unwavering commitment to fostering leadership excellence and promoting entrepreneurial growth, Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College of Business and Entrepreneurship (MBSC) has partnered with the Saudi Water Authority (SWA ) to design an innovative High-Potential Development Program. This program reflects SWA’s dedication to […]
EY launches academy in KSA to meet workforce needs
Riyadh, KSA – 18 December 2024: EY has launched its EY Academy in the MENA region with an inaugural location in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The EY Academy was established to further enhance and accelerate the development of talent across the country and wider MENA region. The organization is the first of its peers to […]