Saudi Arabia Corporate Training Market

Saudi Arabia Corporate Training Market Overview:

The Saudi Arabia corporate training market size reached USD 3,591.73 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 6,659.00 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 7.10% during 2025-2033. The market is expanding due to Vision 2030’s push for workforce development, digital transformation, and economic diversification. Rising demand for digital skills, leadership training, and compliance with labor localization (Saudization) policies are key drivers. Additionally, the growth of remote work and global business partnerships fuels the need for upskilling, further expanding the Saudi Arabia corporate training market share.

Saudi Arabia Corporate Training Market Trends:

Increasing Demand for Digital and Technology-Focused Training Programs

The market in Saudi Arabia is witnessing a significant shift toward digital and technology-focused programs, driven by the country’s Vision 2030 goals. As businesses accelerate digital transformation, there is a growing need for upskilling employees in areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. Saudi Arabia experienced over 180 major cyber incidents in 2023, while 47% of hacked data linked to domestic organizations was offered for sale on the dark web. Moreover, more than 50 million email threats and 34 million malware attacks were blocked. This data underlines the urgency for cybersecurity, risk and compliance solutions to protect national infrastructure and compliance with the regulatory framework. Companies are investing in e-learning platforms, virtual instructor-led training (VILT), and microlearning modules to enhance workforce adaptability. Additionally, the rise of hybrid and remote work models has accelerated demand for flexible, on-demand training solutions. Government initiatives, such as the Saudi Digital Academy and partnerships with global tech firms, further emphasize the importance of digital literacy. Organizations are prioritizing continuous learning to remain competitive, making technology-driven training a key trend in the corporate sector.

Rising Focus on Leadership and Soft Skills Development

The growing emphasis on leadership and soft skills development is significantly supporting the Saudi Arabia corporate training market growth. With the rapid expansion of industries such as tourism, entertainment, and renewable energy under Vision 2030, businesses require strong leaders and culturally adept professionals. Training programs in emotional intelligence, communication, problem-solving, and cross-cultural collaboration are gaining traction. Multinational corporations and local firms are investing in executive coaching, mentorship programs, and workshops to cultivate future-ready leaders. Additionally, the increasing participation of women in the workforce has positively influenced demand for inclusive leadership training. According to Saudi Arabia's labor statistics for Q4 2024, the employment rate stands at 66.4%. The employment rate for Saudi women was 36.0%, compared to 27.9% for non-Saudi women. Meanwhile, the employment rates of Saudi men and non-Saudi men were 66.2% and 93.2%, respectively. As Saudi Arabia positions itself as a global business hub, organizations recognize that technical skills alone are insufficient, soft skills and leadership capabilities are critical for long-term success, driving growth in this segment of corporate training.

Saudi Arabia Corporate Training Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on technical training and end use industry.

Technical Training Insights:

• Soft Skills
• Quality Training
• Compliance
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the technical training. This includes soft skills, quality training, compliance, and others.

End Use Industry Insights:

• Retail
• Pharmaceutical and Healthcare
• Financial Services
• Professional Services
• Public Enterprises
• Information Technology
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end use industry have also been provided in the report. This includes retail, pharmaceutical and healthcare, financial services, professional services, public enterprises, information technology, and others.

Regional Insights:

• Northern and Central Region
• Western Region
• Eastern Region
• Southern Region

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Northern and Central Region, Western Region, Eastern Region, and Southern Region.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Saudi Arabia Corporate Training Market News:

• February 19, 2025: The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and Saudi Arabia launched the NextWave Seafarers Project to tackle the global seafarer shortage. The project, to be held between 2025 and 2026, will train 20 cadets from least developed countries (LDCs) and small island developing states (SIDS) at the Bahri Shipping Line in Saudi Arabia. This project aims to create a scalable corporate training model for the maritime sector and, in the process, address workforce challenges as well as create career prospects for prospective seafarers.
• October 17, 2024: The Qiddiya Investment Company launched its 'Playmakers Training Programmes' aimed at improving the capabilities of Saudi nationals in vital industries such as hospitality and entertainment, with prospects of future expansion. Working in cooperation with the world's and region's top partners, the program aims to create 325,000 jobs in Qiddiya City and an additional 22,000 jobs across the Kingdom. The launch is in accordance with Saudi Vision 2030, with the aim of career development and supporting workforce diversification.

Saudi Arabia Corporate Training Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the Saudi Arabia corporate training market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the Saudi Arabia corporate training market on the basis of technical training?
• What is the breakup of the Saudi Arabia corporate training market on the basis of end use industry?
• What is the breakup of the Saudi Arabia corporate training market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the Saudi Arabia corporate training market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Saudi Arabia corporate training market?
• What is the structure of the Saudi Arabia corporate training market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the Saudi Arabia corporate training market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the Saudi Arabia corporate training market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Saudi Arabia corporate training market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the Saudi Arabia corporate training industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.