Vision 2030 places human capital at the centre of the Kingdom’s transformation. Saudi Arabia is targeting at least five universities in the global top 200, 1.5 million Saudis in vocational and technical training, and a female workforce participation rate of 30% by 2030. These are not aspirational targets. They are funded, time-bound national commitments with active procurement behind them.
Vision 2030 places human capital at the centre of the Kingdom’s transformation. Saudi Arabia is targeting at least five universities in the global top 200, 1.5 million Saudis in vocational and technical training, and a female workforce participation rate of 30% by 2030. These are not aspirational targets. They are funded, time-bound national commitments with active procurement behind them.
Full committee convenes quarterly, alternating between Australia and Saudi Arabia. Agreements are tabled, introductions made, and progress reviewed.
One formal bilateral education mission per year, coordinated with Austrade and MISA. Campus visits, Ministry of Education meetings, and institution matchmaking included.
Co-chairs report to the ASBC/F Board each quarter, keeping the committee accountable and strategically aligned across the programme.
The Education & Training sector brings together Australian and Saudi education providers, universities, vocational institutions, government agencies, and industry leaders to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, workforce development, and investment opportunities between the two countries.
Education plays a vital role in strengthening bilateral relationships by developing future talent, supporting research collaboration, enhancing workforce capabilities, and contributing to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 human capital development goals.
The sector supports collaboration across:
The sector welcomes:
Australian organisations can explore opportunities including:
These opportunities continue to grow as Saudi Arabia invests in education and skills development under Vision 2030.
ASBC/F helps members by facilitating introductions to key stakeholders, organising industry events, supporting business delegations, sharing market insights, and creating opportunities for collaboration between Australian and Saudi education institutions.
Yes. ASBC/F regularly hosts education roundtables, networking events, institutional meetings, and trade delegations that connect Australian education providers with Saudi government representatives, universities, and industry leaders.
Saudi Vision 2030 places significant emphasis on improving education quality, developing future skills, increasing workforce participation, encouraging innovation, and strengthening international partnerships. ASBC/F supports these objectives by connecting Australian expertise with opportunities across the Kingdom.
Yes. Vocational education, technical training, workforce development, and industry-specific skills programs are key areas of collaboration as Saudi Arabia continues to expand its human capability and employment initiatives.
Absolutely. ASBC/F encourages partnerships between universities, research centres, innovation hubs, and industry organisations to promote collaborative research, knowledge exchange, and commercialisation opportunities.
Yes. Companies specialising in digital learning, artificial intelligence, learning management systems, virtual classrooms, educational software, and workforce learning technologies are encouraged to engage with the sector as demand for digital education continues to grow.
ASBC/F provides networking opportunities, introductions to relevant stakeholders, participation in business missions, and access to forums where organisations can develop long-term academic and commercial partnerships.
Yes. Private education providers, training organisations, consulting firms, and professional development companies are welcome to participate alongside public institutions and government stakeholders.
Members can:
You can become an ASBC/F member, participate in education-focused events and delegations, collaborate on research and training initiatives, or contact the ASBC/F team to explore partnership opportunities within the Education & Training sector.