Kaplan, a global educational services company that helps individuals and institutions advance their professional goals in an ever-changing world, is expanding its footprint across the MENA region, with a licensed regional headquarters in Riyadh, uniting multiple Kaplan businesses under one business structure. This integrated service model will create a gateway in the Middle East for Kaplan’s global education and training offerings.
The Middle East, with Saudi Arabia at the forefront, is rapidly becoming a pivotal market for global education providers. This surge is driven by the Kingdom’s dedication to developing human capital, localizing its workforce, and fostering international partnerships within the education sector at all levels. Under the strategic Vision 2030 initiative, Saudi Arabia is making substantial investments in education and skills training. Additionally, the Kingdom is actively creating a business-friendly environment for international companies. Through the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia, the government has streamlined processes and provided incentives to attract foreign investors. This commitment positions the Kingdom as an ideal destination for Kaplan’s expanded educational services.
With a prospering population and a growing appetite for globally recognized qualifications, Saudi Arabia offers immense opportunities for professional development and career growth. Kaplan seeks to contribute to this dynamic landscape and support the Kingdom’s vision.
Basil Hanna, managing director of Kaplan Middle East and North Africa, said: “With five offices across the MENA region, we offer seamless access to a full range of training, education, and workforce solutions — ensuring efficiency, expertise, and the highest quality service.
“With Kaplan’s investment in the region, we will continue to be trusted advisers for both the public and private sectors in identifying industry needs and addressing them through our extensive suite of training and education offerings aimed at supporting the Kingdom’s mission to build local workforce capacity.”
He added: “Kaplan’s contribution goes beyond providing education and training programs. We have been a key ally to SMEs, driving innovation in the ed-tech and recruitment industries while collaborating with over 100 domestic organizations.”
Kaplan offers bespoke professional training that includes finance, business skills, leadership, behavioral and digital transformation training and also “Graduate Development Programs,” delivered to some of the most prestigious organizations in the Kingdom.
Kaplan’s language business will now also be increasing its regional presence by serving the academic, professional and government sectors with tailored language solutions varying from assessment to both digital and in-person instruction. Students wishing to improve their English language will continue to receive support to find the right location for them at one of Kaplan’s 30 schools in the US, UK, Canada and Ireland, ensuring diverse international student cohorts in an international environment.
In addition to Riyadh, Kaplan’s other offices in the region are in Dubai (two locations), Abu Dhabi, and Cairo.
