International Recognition for the FIFA/CIES Programme at King Saud University

The KSU SAFF FIFA/CIES Partnership has received a Certificate of Recognition as part of the QS Reimagine Education Awards 2026, following the international evaluation of the first edition of the FIFA/CIES International Programme in Sports Management at King Saud University.

The recognition highlights the project’s creativity, commitment, and contribution to advancing education and training, and reflects King Saud University’s commitment to assessing the quality and impact of its programmes and initiatives through recognised international evaluation frameworks.

Programme Director Dr. Mohammad Saad Aldosari noted that this recognition reflects the support extended to the education and sports sectors in the Kingdom, as well as King Saud University’s continued commitment to high-quality initiatives and international excellence.

He also expressed his appreciation to the programme team and specialists in sports sciences and sports management who contributed to the development and delivery of the first edition, and thanked the King Saud University Awards Platform and the King Abdullah Institute for Research and Consulting Studies for their support and follow-up.

Dr. Aldosari added that the recognition provides further motivation to build on the programme’s achievements and continue enhancing its quality and impact across the current and future editions.

The FIFA/CIES International Programme in Sports Management at King Saud University has also opened applications for its third edition in 2027, continuing its role in developing professional capabilities and strengthening knowledge and practice in sports management