Diploma in Labor Market Economics
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Diploma in Labor Market Economics
The Diploma in Labor Market Economics is an advanced academic program designed to hone the skills of specialists capable of understanding and analyzing the dynamic complexities of the labor market, both locally and globally. The program focuses specifically on crafting effective policies and programs in employment and economic development, with a special emphasis on the strategic directions of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. This educational track blends deep theoretical foundations with innovative practical applications to enable graduates to contribute effectively to decision-making in the employment and professional development sectors.
Program Duration and Structure
The Diploma in Labor Market Economics spans one academic year, divided into two semesters.
Educational Objectives
This diploma aims to achieve a set of core objectives, including:
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Deepening the understanding of labor economics principles and employment mechanisms.
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Developing the ability to analyze labor market data and statistics.
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Understanding government policies that affect employment and economic development.
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Identifying current and future opportunities and challenges in the Saudi labor market.
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Analyzing labor market economic indicators and preparing accurate professional reports.
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Designing comprehensive initiatives and programs to boost employment and vocational training.
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Mastering the use of advanced economic and statistical analytical tools.
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Evaluating the effectiveness of government policies in addressing employment issues.
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Fostering critical thinking skills for contemporary economic issues.
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Contributing effectively to finding innovative solutions to unemployment.
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Supporting sustainable human resource development efforts.
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Gaining the ability to work within multidisciplinary research teams.
Competitive Advantages
This diploma has several features that enhance its value, including:
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Adopting the latest methodologies and strategies in labor market analysis.
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Aligning the program structure with the national qualifications and skills classifications in Saudi Arabia.
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Providing the opportunity to obtain additional specialized professional certifications in labor market analysis.
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Organizing specialized workshops that focus on the latest trends in the field.
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Preparing graduates to obtain accredited professional certifications after passing central examinations supported by the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF).
Certification, Credits, and Delivery
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Certificate Awarded: The program awards an Associate Diploma in Labor Market Economics from the College of Applied Studies at the Saudi Electronic University.
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Credit Hours: The total credit hours for the program are 40.
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Language of Instruction: The program is taught in Arabic.
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Mode of Study: The program is delivered via a distance-learning electronic system.
Target Audience
The program targets diverse groups interested in economics courses, primarily:
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High school graduates from all disciplines.
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Employees of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.
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Employees of the General Authority for Statistics.
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Those interested in economic analysis courses from the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF).
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Researchers in economic and social studies centers.
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Professionals working in international and regional organizations.
Recommended Professional Certifications
The diploma is linked to a number of prestigious professional certifications, including:
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Certified Business Process Associate (CBPA).
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Certified Computer Technology Professional (CBP-CT).
Diploma Fees
The tuition fee is 5,000 Saudi Riyals per semester and does not include VAT.
Detailed Study Plan
Here are the detailed tables for the first and second-semester courses:
