King Saud University announces strategic partnership with CIPD to advance HR development

King Saud University, represented by the Deanship of Human Resources, the Deanship of Skills Development, and the College of Business Administration, has announced the launch of a strategic partnership with the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) to develop human capital and enhance professional practices in line with global standards.

The partnership focuses on five main pillars: building professional capabilities, research and knowledge, participation in professional events and activities, academic and professional accreditation, and developing a specialized professional community. These pillars aim to establish a comprehensive and sustainable system for capacity and competency development.

As part of capacity building, the university will develop its training system using CIPD methodologies, including practitioner qualification, competency framework development, and quality assurance enhancement. The initiative also includes launching specialized research projects, exchanging expertise, and working towards the accreditation of bachelor's, master's, and executive master's programs in human resource management according to international standards.

Strengthening integration between academic qualification and practical application

Abdulmajeed bin Mohammed Al-Qusaibi, Chief Human Resources Officer at the university, stated that the partnership will help raise the efficiency of staff, link development pathways to recognized professional certifications, and strengthen the integration between academic qualification and practical application, thereby improving workforce readiness and aligning skills with labor market needs.

Dr. Rania bint Ibrahim Al-Jadeed, Dean of Skills Development, said the partnership is an important step in establishing the university as a national reference for skills development, promoting evidence-based knowledge production, and preparing talent according to global standards.

Similarly, Dr. Reema bint Hassan bin Saeed, Dean of the College of Business Administration, noted that academic and professional accreditation is a key aspect of the partnership, aligning HR academic programs with international standards. This will enhance the quality of graduates, connect academic training with professional practice, and open broader opportunities for students.

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This partnership is part of the university's ongoing efforts to boost its academic and professional competitiveness and support the development of national talent in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.