The Saudi Retail Academy has launched a series of short-term and associate diploma programmes to boost Saudi workforce readiness in the growing retail sector. Backed fully or partially by the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF), the initiative is designed to align local talent with key labour market needs.
The programmes focus on specialised career paths, including brand manager, area manager, showroom manager, and sales representative. They offer a mix of theoretical and practical training, delivered flexibly either on the job or at the academy’s headquarters.
To enhance employability, trainees will receive certifications recognised by the Saudi Technical and Vocational Training Corporation as well as City & Guilds, a leading UK vocational accreditation body. These dual recognitions are expected to significantly improve participants’ standing with employers.
The initiative is part of broader national efforts to raise employment among Saudi nationals and reduce dependence on expatriate labour. With the retail sector continuing to grow, the academy’s targeted training programmes aim to ensure a pipeline of skilled, job-ready Saudi talent.
Interested candidates can register for upcoming training tracks through the academy’s online portal.