MicroX

About The initiative

About The Initiative

Microprograms initiative is part of the Human Capability Development Program with the aim of acquiring skills compatible with the rapid changes in the labor market.

The initiative aims to launch 350 microprograms in partnership with universities and employers in specialized sectors within four years.

Partners behind this initiative

MicroX

What are Microprograms?

These are programs offered in eLearning mode, consisting of at least two courses, with a minimum of 3 credit hours and a maximum of 23 credit hours. They provide a focused process of learning skills or competencies that ends with an assessment and a certificate. Microprograms are recognized by academic institutions and employers and can be combined to obtain higher academic qualifications.

Advantages of the Microprogram

Flexible

Microprograms offer customizable learning pathways, enabling learners to tailor their journey based on career requirements, interests, and previous experience.

Outcome-Based

Microprograms are structured around specific learning outcomes, enabling the efficient acquisition of quality targeted skills and knowledge in a focused manner.

Expert Collaboration

Microprograms are developed in collaboration with academic institutions and industry leaders in the Kingdom to transfer expertise with real-life examples in the skills domain.

Short

Microprograms break down complex topics into manageable, short segments, making learning more digestible and accessible, and allowing learners to immediately apply the skills learned in their professional contexts.

Digitally Delivered

Micro programs are delivered online either synchronously or asynchronously to ensure accessibility and support seamless, flexible and streamlined learning experiences.

Stackable

Microprograms are stand-alone units that can be combined to gain higher qualifications according to the hours approved in the National Qualifications Framework.

Recognized

Microprograms are recognized by academic institutions as bearing academic credits, as well as by employers as meeting the industry skill requirements.

Assessment-Based

At the end of the program, the skills and knowledge of the learner are assessed through controlled and systematic measures with clear standards.

Industry Driven

Microprograms are tailored to align closely with the evolving demands of industries, ensuring that learners acquire skills relevant to their career goals and needed by the Saudi labor market in a short period of time.