Taibah University launches a specialized program in the fundamentals of artificial intelligence
In a significant step aligned with national trends toward digital transformation, Taibah University in Madinah announced the launch of a specialized training program entitled “Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence.” This program is the result of a strategic collaboration between Wadi Taibah Company, the university’s investment arm, and the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF), with the aim of empowering and developing young talent in one of the most important fields of the future.
National context and the goals of Vision 2030
The launch of this program falls within the broader context of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which places digital transformation and human capital development at the heart of its priorities. The Kingdom seeks to build a diversified and sustainable knowledge-based and innovation-driven economy, with artificial intelligence (AI) considered a key driver for achieving these goals. Initiatives like this directly support the National Data and AI Strategy (NSDAI), which aims to position the Kingdom as a global leader in this field by 2030. Saudi universities, including Taibah University, play a pivotal role in realizing this vision by providing specialized education and training that meets the demands of the future labor market.
The importance of the program and its expected impact
The program primarily aims to prepare students to pass the internationally recognized Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900) exam. Earning this certification gives graduates a significant competitive advantage in the local and international job markets, as it demonstrates their mastery of fundamental AI concepts and cloud services. Locally, the program helps bridge the gap between academic output and the needs of the private sector, providing the Madinah region with qualified professionals capable of driving innovation. Nationally, graduating qualified cohorts in this field enhances the Kingdom's ability to localize technology and develop innovative AI solutions across various sectors, including healthcare, education, and energy.
Details and topics of the training program
The program is specifically aimed at university students, and offers rich content covering the following topics:
- Fundamentals of artificial intelligence and its modern applications.
- Understanding cloud computing services and components, with a focus on the Microsoft Azure platform.
- Practical applications using Azure cloud services.
- Introduction to the concepts of Machine Learning, Computer Vision, and Natural Language Processing (NLP).
- Complete and intensive preparation to pass the AI-900 international certification exam.
Registration dates and link
The program is scheduled to begin on Sunday, December 14, 2025, and will last for one week, comprising 10 hours of intensive training. Training sessions will be held daily from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Taibah University invites all male and female students interested in developing their skills and joining this unique program to register via the official link provided on the university's social media accounts.
