KAUST hosted the inaugural KAUST Saudi Leadership Program (KSLP) for Emerging Leaders from November 24-26, welcoming approximately 100 young Saudi men and women from industry, government, and academia. The program, delivered in collaboration with the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business, focused on "Leading through Innovation." Participants were selected based on their high potential and track record, aiming to develop their capacity to drive change and build professional networks. Why it matters: The KSLP program strengthens KAUST's role in developing Saudi talent and contributing to the Kingdom's innovation ecosystem, preparing future leaders to shape innovation within Saudi Arabia.
KAUST held its fifth annual KAUST Saudi Leadership Program (KSLP) in collaboration with the Haas School of Business of UC Berkeley. The 2018 KSLP edition included workshops and a six-day training course for 25 Saudi female academics in leadership and deanship positions. Participants reviewed strategic planning, team management, and effective executive leadership, and attended lectures by KAUST's senior leadership. Why it matters: Such programs contribute to developing leadership capabilities within Saudi academic institutions, fostering a stronger educational ecosystem in line with Saudi Vision 2030.
KAUST and the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP) partnered to empower Saudi entrepreneurs through the 1K MILE Program and KAUST's Saudi Leadership Institute (KSLI). Held at KAUST, the program included participants selected from the 1K MILE Program honing their skills alongside peers and trainers from the Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University. The "Leadership in the Fourth Industrial Revolution Workshop" featured industry leaders from top Saudi organizations, emphasizing automation and technology adoption. Why it matters: This collaboration fosters high-growth sectors and develops future leaders, aligning with Saudi Arabia's vision for economic growth and innovation in line with Vision 2030.
KAUST concluded the 10th edition of the KAUST Saudi Leadership Institute (KSLI), focusing on 'The Disruption Advantage' for academic executives. The program hosted leaders from Saudi universities and the Ministry of Education, providing seminars, coaching, and networking opportunities. This year's KSLI collaborated with the Thunderbird School of Global Management's Executive Education Team. Why it matters: KSLI strengthens educational leadership in Saudi Arabia, supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030 goals for a knowledge-based economy.
KAUST's Technology, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (TIE) program and the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP) are collaborating to train Saudi entrepreneurs. The "Startup Founder Leadership Program," co-developed with SDA Bocconi, provided five-day intensive training to 28 participants selected from 147 applicants. The program focused on marketing, communication, finance, and entrepreneurship management skills. Why it matters: This partnership highlights the focus on developing local talent and fostering innovation within Saudi Arabia's evolving entrepreneurial ecosystem.