In a bid to empower Saudi Arabia’s local talent with advanced science and technology skills, Dell Technologies, Aramco and the National IT Academy (NITA) have recently signed a collaboration agreement. The collaboration aims to provide Saudi students with advanced training programs and certifications that will help develop a skilled and readily employable technology talent pool in the Kingdom.
Nabil Al-Nuaim, senior vice president of digital & information technology at Aramco; Majed S. Al-Ghassab, executive director of NITA; and Mohammed Amin, senior vice president, Central Eastern Europe, Middle East, Turkey, Africa (CEEMETA) at Dell Technologies signed the agreement.
“We believe this agreement will help play a crucial role in preparing Saudi Arabia’s emerging talent for success in the dynamic job market and contribute to the nation’s ambitious technology goals,” stated Al-Ghassab.
ITXcelerate program to upskill Saudi talent
Dell Technologies, Aramco and NITA’s four-month-long program “ITXcelerate” aims to equip recent Saudi graduates in computer engineering, computer science, and IT with Dell Proven Professional Certification across areas such as storage management, data science, and artificial intelligence (AI). Moreover, it includes hands-on experience with on-site job shadowing and mentoring opportunities.
“By investing in the training and certification of local IT talent, we aim to meet the needs of the industry and position Saudi Arabia as a hub of IT innovation and excellence,” stated Al-Nuaim.
The “ITXcelerate” program also aims to arm local Saudi talent with the skills and knowledge required to excel and thrive in today’s data-driven world.
“By sharing our IT industry expertise and providing practical mentorship and industry certification, we aim to equip Saudi young people with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in the ever-evolving tech landscape. This agreement directly aligns with our mission to support the development of a robust and future-proof technology ecosystem in the Kingdom,” stated Amin.
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Transforming Kingdom into a vibrant tech ecosystem
In addition, the program aligns with Saudi Arabia’s vision to foster a vibrant tech ecosystem. Moreover, it contributes to equipping Saudi Arabia’s workforce with the skills necessary to contribute to the nation’s technological advancement and economic prosperity. By combining their expertise and resources, Dell Technologies, Aramco and NITA aim to foster a competent and future-ready IT workforce in Saudi Arabia.
“This agreement underscores our plan to nurture a skilled workforce that will not only contribute to Saudi 2030 Vision but also showcase the nation’s prowess on the international tech landscape,” Al-Nuaim added.
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