2030
LEADERS
Uncommon leaders.
One common goal.
“We think in a very different way, our dreams are different.”
H.R.H Mohammed bin Salman
About
2030 Leaders
Delivering unparalleled innovation and progress, powered by ambition, diversity and collaboration, Vision 2030 is transforming our nation. To continue this journey of transformation, the Kingdom needs uncommon leaders who exemplify the values and ambitions of Vision 2030.
2030 Leaders is an exclusive world-class leadership development program that will transform exceptional senior Saudi leaders to change history and achieve our one common goal - realizing Saudi’s Vision. No other leadership program is better tailored to the Saudi context and needs of 2030.
Mohammed bin Salman Foundation “Misk” is selecting and developing visionary leaders for 2030 Leaders who encapsulate the spirit of Vision 2030. Could this be you?
#I_AM_2030
Application Eligibility Criteria:
- 10+ years’ experience in public or private sector
- At least 5 years’ senior leadership experience
- Saudi national
- Proficient in spoken and written English
Class Profile
Industries
Average Professional Experience
Average Leadership Experience
Gender
Program Achievements & Outcomes
Testimonials
Learning
& Leadership
Journey
2030 Leaders is an intensive and immersive leadership building program spread out over a nine-month period. This comprehensive program approaches leadership development through a variety of elements:
- Five in-person immersive modules (25 days)
- Virtual inter-module sessions
- Executive individual coaching sessions
- Group assignments and hands-on experience that addresses real and complex challenges pertinent to Vision 2030 (The Capstone Project)
- Leadership assessment and feedback
- Elective sessions (i.e. Finance)
The curriculum combines global and local perspectives, drawing strongly on KSA context and experience embedding into the curriculum local case studies, high-profile guest speakers, on-site visits and more from leading organizations to share their insight and experiences.
Inter-module
Sessions
Virtual synchronous sessions before and after each module to fully prepare for and to reflect on the learning objectives of the program, impact generated and sharing experiences on participants’ development journey as 2030 leaders.
Executive
Coaching
Each participant will take an individualized journey to support and sustain their personal leadership development. Through personal and team interaction, they will be challenged to reflect, apply their learning and test new approaches. This will develop skills which will empower faster decision making, especially in complex and ambiguous contexts relevant to Vision 2030.
Capstone
Project
This is an integral part of the 2030 Leaders program. It will enable accomplished leaders to hone the appropriate skills and mindsets relevant to the Kingdom and the realization of Vision 2030.
Groups of leaders from diverse backgrounds will have the opportunity to leverage different mindsets, perspectives, and experiences to deliver new and innovative solutions that meet real challenges relevant to achieving the objectives of Vision 2030.
Program Localization
Program curriculum blends global trends with local content through:
- Case Studies.
- Localization Interviews.
- Guest Speakers.
- Data & Strategies.
Module 01
Awareness
Discovering Trends and Leading Self
Cohort 7 - February 2025
Module 01
Awareness
Discovering Trends and Leading Self
Cohort 7
5 Days
Riyadh
- Understanding global and KSA emerging trends that will shape the future
- Developing skills to spot new opportunities using digital technologies and anticipating their business and organizational implications
- Improving self-leading through the pillars of self-awareness, self-acceptance, self-management, and self-growth
Riyadh
Module 02
Discovery
Understanding Needs and Leading Others
Cohort 7 - April 2025
Module 02
Discovery
Understanding Needs and Leading Others
Cohort 7
5 Days
Riyadh
- Developing an entrepreneurial mindset driven to high growth-high impact opportunities
- Developing the core value proposition for promising business opportunities through market-based strategy
- Leveraging group dynamics and influencing others by creating an inclusive environment that inspires team performance
International
Module 03
Building
Creativity & Value Deployment
Cohort 7 - June/July 2025
Module 03
Building
Creativity & Value Deployment
Cohort 7
Barcelona
5 Days
- Learning about scientific mindset and experimentation
- Applying Design Thinking methodology to generate creative ideas
- Building the customer-facing elements of the business model: Go-to-Market strategies in the digital age
- Leveraging negotiation techniques in a strategic manner
Riyadh
Module 04
Growth
Leading Organizations and Building Scale
Cohort 7 - September 2025
Module 04
Growth
Leading Organizations and Building Scale
Cohort 7
5 Days
Riyadh
- Gaining the keys to build scalable business models
- Creating and leading ecosystems and preparing them to scale
- Learning how individual leaders work across boundaries, adopt a strategic perspective and impact organizational outcomes
Riyadh
Module 05
Evolving
Preparing for the Future and Managing Change
Cohort 7 - October 2025
Module 05
Evolve
Preparing for the Future and Managing Change
Cohort 7
5 Days
Riyadh
- Developing new and evolved mindsets to lead complex and continuous change
- Understanding major drivers of organizational change and preparing for what to come next
- Inspiring others to change and lead authentically in change processes
- Gaining knowledge of frameworks and tools to manage an organizational transformation
Riyadh
Learning
Outcomes
A pathway to success
This exceptional program provides a bespoke leadership journey. You will learn to challenge conventions, lead the nation and transform Vision 2030 into a prosperous reality.
After successfully completing this course, you will develop a set of competencies designed for this program that are unique for Saudi leaders.
You Will:
- Gain diverse strategic insights to implement innovative transformation at scale
- Challenge frameworks and solve socio-economic issues in the kingdom
- Develop unique competencies designed to drive change in the kingdom
- Excel as leaders ready to play a transformational role in realizing Vision 2030
- Join an elite and influential network of inspired world leaders
Behavioral
And Intellectual
Flexibility
Leadership in a changing world
To be a 2030 leader you will be proactive, innovative, and able to adapt to changing situations so that you can take the initiative when opportunities arise.
These qualities draw on the strategic tools of Behavioural Flexibility and Intellectual Flexibility and the 2030 Leaders program will develop and enhance these capabilities in a transformational curriculum led by best-in-class partners.
Behavioral Flexibility
Behavioral Flexibility focuses on recognizing your own behaviors so that you can adapt and activate the appropriate competency in a specific situation.
2030 Leaders’ ‘Unique Competency Model’ features seven competencies fit for leadership in a Saudi context and these inform candidate selection, program design, and evaluation.
Intellectual Flexibility
Intellectual Flexibility involves being aware of your your own mindset/tendencies and being able to determine the appropriate mindset required for a particular situation. Throughout the 2030 Leaders Program, you will explore, acquire, and learn to leverage the distinct mindsets that are required for effective leadership, from logical problem solving to creative and big picture thinking.
Application
Process
Stage 01
Complete an online application form
Stage 02
Complete a psychometric assessment
Stage 03
Complete a one-way video interview
Stage 04
Complete final virtual competency- based interview
Participants are selected based on several assessments reflecting the behaviours and traits relating to the 2030 Leader Competency model.
While the application process for the program is rigorous it is also designed to be a learning opportunity. We provide all candidates who have reached advanced stages with feedback and evaluation reports that will help them develop their abilities. This is regardless of acceptance on the program.
- Multiple Stages with an evaluation at each stage
- Completed entirely online, including the final interview stage
- Acceptance is not automatic, and an admission committee will make the final selection
Academic
Ecosystem
Our academic partners bring their world-class expertise to the program.
JOIN
THE 2030 LEADERS
#I_AM_2030
Registration closes on: 30 September 2024
Registration Close: 31/05/2023
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an accomplished senior leader in the public, private, or non-profit sector or a successful entrepreneur with aspirations to take on a national leadership role
- Must have a minimum 10 years of full-time work experience with at least 5 years in a leadership position
- Proven fluency in written and spoken English
- Should be able to clearly articulate plans to realize Vision 2030 goals and make a long-lasting impact.
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for future cohorts.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an accomplished senior leader in the public or private sector; or a successful entrepreneur with aspirations to take on a national leadership role
- Must have a minimum 10 years of full-time work experience with at least 5 years in a leadership position
- Proven fluency in written and spoken English
- Should be able to clearly articulate plans to realize Vision 2030 goals and make a long-lasting impact.
Program accreditation
2030 Leaders Program globally recognized by
as one of the “Innovations that Inspire”
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an accomplished senior leader in the public or private sector; or a successful entrepreneur with aspirations to take on a national leadership role
- Must have a minimum 10 years of full-time work experience with at least 5 years in a leadership position
- Proven fluency in written and spoken English
- Should be able to clearly articulate plans to realize Vision 2030 goals and make a long-lasting impact.
Frequently
Asked
Questions
Yes. Applicants must have a strong command of English. The program is taught entirely in English. We may ask you for evidence of proficiency.
Yes. The course is designed this way to suit the busy schedule of executives.
2030 Leaders is primarily an in-person program, with some virtual online components and sessions. Main modules are planned to be held in-person.
Yes. The program is exclusively for female and male Saudi nationals.
The program fees are SAR179,500. However, Cohort 7 is fully sponsored by Mohammed bin Salman Foundation “Misk” in 2025.
The sponsorship does not cover the cost of travel and accommodation in Riyadh, or the cost of international travel and accommodation for 5 days (approx. SAR 10,000).
For Cohort 7 in 2025, Misk is sponsoring the cost of the program (excluding travel and accommodation costs). You may ask your organization to sponsor travel costs.
The program has set minimum criteria that clearly define the nature of 10 years of full-time experience. This excludes coop, internships or research positions etc. Furthermore, leadership experience is defined as serving in a distinctly more senior position than a managerial position.
You will hear back about your application decision by December 2024 at the latest.