Learn about the Higher Education market in Saudi Arabia and the opportunities to sell your business to this region of the world.
Are you in the Higher Education sector and intrigued about how to go global with your products or services? Find out how to find new customers for your business in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia is investing heavily to diversify its economy and modernise education, aiming to become a regional education hub by 2030. This creates significant opportunities for UK universities to expand globally.
As Saudi Arabia accelerates its Vision 2030 reforms, UK higher education institutions are well-positioned to unlock new opportunities to connect, collaborate and expand in this rapidly evolving market.
In this session, we will provide an overview of Vision 2030 and its effects on higher education transformation in KSA, including changes in Ministry of Education policies regarding the establishment of UK university campuses and partnerships.
Achieving success in Saudi Arabia requires a thorough understanding of local regulations, cultural norms, and accreditation processes. We will provide you with top tips, advice and guidance for navigating these regulatory asks, to avoid unnecessary delays with setting up a presence in this market.
Outcomes:
Recent developments in the higher education ecosystem in Saudi Arabia
New reforms and incentives for UK businesses to set up in the Saudi market
Collaboration models and practical steps for setting up branch campuses with Saudi universities
Speakers:
Ivor McGettigan Partner, Al Tamimi & Company
Ivor chairs the Al Tamimi & Co Education sector group which advises education providers and stakeholders throughout the Middle East on the full spectrum of legal issues arising in that sector.
Dr Suzanna Tomassi, Higher Education Specialist, Department for Business and Trade
Dr Tomassi is a UK based HE Specialist who has spent many years in business development, working with academic partners in the UK and abroad at the top TNE providers. Her extensive experience covers risk management, commercial, academic and quality assurance across all aspects of internationalisation, from collaborative provision to global experiences and online-international-learning.
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