Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – May 2026
The Research and consulting studies institute at King Khalid University announced a strategic project with Naseej for Technology Company to expand access to Coursera, a leading global online learning platform. The initiative enables broader institutional adoption of scalable professional education frameworks, supporting more agile and integrated digital learning models across Saudi Arabia. The project also contributes to advancing continuous skills development across high-demand domains, including technology, business, leadership, data, and digital innovation.
Coursera’s global learning ecosystem provides institutions with access to internationally recognized educational content, Professional Certificates, and career-relevant learning pathways developed in collaboration with leading universities and industry partners. The platform enables flexible, skills-focused learning experiences designed to meet the evolving needs of the global workforce and digital economy.
The collaboration reflects the growing importance of integrated partnerships between educational institutions, national organizations, and technology providers in enabling connected digital education environments that support long-term national transformation priorities and sustainable knowledge development frameworks.
Through this project, Naseej continues to reinforce its role as a leading regional digital transformation enabler in learning and knowledge management. Since 1989, Naseej has partnered with academic, governmental, and cultural institutions across the region to deliver integrated digital ecosystems and advanced cloud solutions that support institutional transformation and operational excellence.
Commenting on the project, Othman Al-Abdulkarim, CEO of Naseej for Technology Company, stated: “Our strategic partnership with the Research and Consulting Studies Institute at King Khalid University reflects a shared vision toward building more agile, scalable, and future-ready digital learning ecosystems. Through the integration of Coursera’s global learning platform, this initiative enables broader access to high-quality professional education and supports continuous skills development across critical future-focused domains. The project represents an important step in strengthening institutional capabilities, accelerating digital transformation in learning, and contributing to the development of a more competitive knowledge-based economy aligned with Saudi Arabia’s long-term national priorities.”
Kais Zribi, Coursera’s General Manager for the Middle East and Africa, said: “Through this collaboration, we aim to expand access to world-class, job-relevant learning opportunities that empower individuals across the Kingdom to develop critical skills for the future economy. Together with the Research and Consulting Studies Institute at King Khalid University and Naseej, we are supporting efforts to cultivate a more competitive and digitally skilled workforce in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 ambitions.”
By integrating Coursera within a structured national learning initiative, the project reinforces the role of digital learning ecosystems as a foundational component of sustainable knowledge infrastructure and long-term institutional transformation.
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About The Research and consulting studies institute
The Research and consulting studies institute at King Khalid University is a specialized institute dedicated to delivering research, consulting, training, and academic services that support institutional development and community advancement. Leveraging King Khalid University’s academic expertise, research capabilities, and professional competencies, the institute provides scientific and applied solutions to government and private-sector organizations across multiple disciplines. Guided by a vision of excellence and innovation, the institute plays an active role in advancing strategic partnerships, knowledge transfer, and sustainable development aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives.
About Naseej for Technology Company
Naseej for Technology Company, the leading provider of knowledge solutions in the region, has served academic institutions, cultural centers, and government organizations since 1989. With over 500 skilled professionals, Naseej delivers cutting-edge digital solutions, including Business, Cultural, and Higher Education solutions, to drive digital transformation forward. Naseej empowers its partners to streamline operations, enhance user experiences, and achieve their strategic goals. Through innovative solutions like Medad Cloud Platform and initiatives like Naseej Academy, Naseej continues to shape the future of education and knowledge management across the region.
About Coursera
Coursera was launched in 2012 by Andrew Ng and Daphne Koller with a mission to provide universal access to world-class learning. Coursera partners with leading university and industry partners to offer a broad catalog of content and credentials, including courses, Specializations, Professional Certificates, and degrees. Coursera’s platform innovations — including AI-powered personalized guide and features, like Role Play and Course Builder, and role-based solutions like Skills Tracks — enable instructors, partners, and companies to deliver scalable, personalized, and verified learning. Institutions worldwide rely on Coursera to upskill and reskill their employees, students, and citizens in high-demand fields such as GenAI, data science, technology, and business, while learners globally turn to Coursera to master the skills they need to advance their careers. Coursera is a Delaware public benefit corporation and a B Corp. Coursera recently combined with Udemy to create one of the world’s most comprehensive skills development platforms.