The Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority, or Monsha’at, in Saudi Arabia, has been offering training programs to entrepreneurs to enhance the sector’s contribution to the gross domestic product. 

Monsha’at established an online academy in 2020 to support aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners by improving their ability to access markets, manage established enterprises and explore options to grow their businesses. The academy offered more than 200 training events, including boot camps, workshops and self-paced e-learning programs.

Established in 2016, Monsha’at’s objective is to create an inspiring environment for SMEs to grow, unlock their potential and create a supportive entrepreneurial community. The Saudi vision is to create suitable job opportunities for its citizens by supporting SME entrepreneurship, privatization and investments in new industries.