Strategy, Technology, and AI Governance for Policymakers (November 2026)

Start Date: November 10, 2026. End Date: November 12, 2026

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Delivery Method: 3-Days In-Person (Riyadh) full day course (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM), at KAPSARC School of Public Policy

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Description: This three-day executive program equips policymakers and public sector professionals with the strategic and analytical frameworks needed to understand, govern, and shape the deployment of emerging technologies, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for institutions, labor markets, and national competitiveness. Drawing on applied research, comparative policy analysis, and real-world case studies, the program bridges the gap between technical understanding and policy action, providing participants with practical tools that can be immediately applied in government, regulatory bodies, and public institutions across the GCC and beyond. Who Should Register: Managers: Public-sector managers with approximately 7–12 years of professional experience who develop, implement, or evaluate public policy within ministries, government agencies, and public institutions. Public Sector Leaders: Leaders and officials working in regulatory authorities, oversight bodies, and public institutions who are responsible for technology governance, digital transformation, AI regulation, or emerging technology policy. Cross-Ministry Cohorts: Participants who would benefit from cross-ministry collaboration and applied discussions grounded in real-world public sector challenges. Cross-Ministry Cohorts: Participants who would benefit from cross-ministry exchange, peer learning, and applied discussions grounded in real public sector challenges. Proficiency of written and spoken English: The program will be delivered in English. Applicants should be proficient in written and spoken English. Learning Outcomes:

• Analyze the strategic implications of AI and emerging technologies for public institutions and national policy frameworks.
• Evaluate global AI governance models and assess their applicability to different regulatory and economic contexts.
• Apply strategic foresight tools, including the Three Horizons model and scenario planning, to anticipate technological disruption and design adaptive policy responses.
• Assess the interaction between technology diffusion, labor market transformation, and economic competitiveness at the national and regional levels.
• Design evidence-based policy recommendations for responsible, equitable, and innovation-enabling AI deployment.
• Communicate complex technological and policy trade-offs to diverse stakeholder groups, including senior government officials, industry leaders, and international partners.

For more details about the program: https://www.kspp.edu.sa/executive-education-programs/open-enrollment/strategy-technology-and-ai-governance-for-policymakers Note: This training is exclusive to SELA Members.