RIYADH: Saudi Industrial Development Fund (SIDF) Academy has announced the completion of 15 training programs for the first half of 2021. These were attended by 1,400 trainees from 370 entities within the industrial ecosystem, represented by public and private sectors. The academy programs were held in partnership with nine local and global training providers, and include specialized instruction in finance, business, and innovation and digitization. The programs have been provided in collaboration with the best training providers from around the world, including Flitch Learning, London Business School, Stanford Center for Professional Development, Silicon Valley Innovation Center. These efforts are part of the academy’s role in enhancing the skills of employees within the industrial ecosystem, providing them with the latest knowledge and expertise, and empowering them with the latest professional developments. Since its inception in 2019, the academy has launched 35 programs in partnership with more than 18 local and global training providers, and has instructed more than 3360 employees from 370 different entities within the industrial ecosystem.