Investments
The University Endowment Program is an investment project comprising a number of office and medical towers, hospitality and hotel services, conference and meeting facilities, and commercial services and markets. It supports the university's self-financial resources development and provision of a sustainable financial future, research, development, educational and cultural activities, and community service. Click here to learn more The design of the buildings' facades applies the Salmani architectural style that is inspired by the external environment and the proximity to the city of Diriyah and its historical heritage. Click here to learn more.
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King Abdullah Institute for Research and Consulting Studies (KAI) at King Saud University (KSU) was established with the approval of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques on the minutes of the fifth session of the Higher Education Council, held on 1/6/1417 AH, corresponding to 14/10/1996 AD, by Telegram No. 7/B/6785, date 4/11/1417 AH, corresponding to 13/3/1997 AD, according to which the Institute has the right to utilize all intellectual and knowledgeable capabilities and expertise at King Saud University to carry out scientific and advisory studies and services, provide study and training programs, hold conferences, seminars, workshops and forums, and provide academic, administrative and technical experts to various clients. Therefore, KAI became the contractual arm for the university to provide its paid-services for all government, private, and non-profit sectors
Capabilities:
KAI is distinguished by providing a diverse portfolio of consulting services by KSU's, assets; human capabilities, equipment, latest technical levels of labs, and integrated infrastructure provided by KSU like:
- (6,300) experts and consultants in all scientific fields.
- (18,000) administrators, technicians, and specialists.
- (6,000) operational staff.
- (29) specialized research centers.
- (74) research chairs.
- (1,620) patents.
- (11,000) recent scientific researches (completed on 2023).
- (1,085) accredited academic programs.
- (340) study programs.
- Comprehensive Databases.
- Centers of Excellence.
- Advanced Laboratories and workshops.
- Strategic Partnerships.
Consulting Services Portfolio:
KAI at King Saud University provides various services in the consulting sector in the following areas:
- Research Studies.
- Consulting Studies.
- Training Programs.
- Educational Services.
- Academic Services.
- Scientific Services.
- Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) Services.
Riyadh Valley Co. was established in 2010 by Royal Decree No.116 dated 13/4/1431 AH, to be the investment arm of King Saud University in the fields of the knowledge-based economy and the university’s strategic projects. Based on the company purposes stipulated in Royal Decree, the following main activities have been identified: Venture Capital Investments, Strategic Investments and Enriching Innovation Ecosystem.
Venture capital investments
Through it, Riyadh Valley Company invests in startup companies locally and globally in specific sectors to achieve financial returns, localization, and knowledge transfer.
Strategic Investing
Through it, Riyadh Valley Company invests in the assets of King Saud University to attract various value-added projects to achieve financial and strategic returns that serve the Kingdom’s economy.
Enriching Innovation
Riyadh Valley Company effectively contributes to supporting the innovation and entrepreneurship environment by fostering partnerships between educational research institutions and the business community. It focuses on programs that refine the experiences and practical application of KSU members