Leadership Statement

Dr. John Wensveen, President of the International Space University, commented:
“ISU is honored to partner with Prince Sultan University to deliver an Executive Space Course that strengthens our shared commitment to advancing space education, workforce development, and innovation across Saudi Arabia and the broader MENA region.
This collaboration reflects our deep belief in the power of strategic global partnerships to expand access to high-quality training that meets the rapidly evolving needs of the space sector. Together with Prince Sultan University, we are creating new pathways for professionals, leaders, and organizations to build the skills and expertise that will shape the region’s future in space.
We are proud to support Saudi Arabia’s growing role in the international space community and look forward to fostering sustained engagement, knowledge exchange, and capacity building through this and future programs.”

Dr. Ahmed S. Yamani, President of Prince Sultan University, added:
“Prince Sultan University is thrilled to host the International Space University’s Executive Space Course in Riyadh, providing professionals with an extraordinary gateway to the global space community. This exciting collaboration brings cutting-edge expertise, invaluable international connections, and a deeper understanding of the boundless opportunities ahead. With the Space Academy, affiliated with the Saudi Space Agency, now joining as Knowledge Partner, this initiative further strengthens national alignment and accelerates the growth of the Kingdom’s space ecosystem. It also lays the foundation for our upcoming College of Space and Aviation Sciences, cementing PSU’s role as a leading regional hub for space education, innovation, and exploration.”

This four-day program will offer a strategic and interdisciplinary introduction to today’s space sector, with content tailored to both regional priorities and global trends. While the detailed agenda will be released at the time of the registration opening on 10 December 2025, the program will broadly include sessions on the space economy, regulation, systems engineering, Earth observation, data and AI, sustainability and security, entrepreneurship, and career pathways.

About ISU, the ESC Program, and PSU

Founded in 1987, the International Space University (ISU) is the world’s leading institution dedicated to interdisciplinary, international, intercultural, and innovative space education. ISU’s programs provide a holistic understanding of the space ecosystem, combining engineering, science, policy, economics, law, entrepreneurship, and human factors.

The Executive Space Courses (ESC) are compact, high-impact programs designed for professionals seeking a comprehensive introduction to the global space sector. Over four intensive days, participants gain broad insights into space activities, emerging markets, industry trends, and regulatory frameworks, while developing practical skills through workshops, case studies, and collaborative exercises.

Prince Sultan University (PSU) is the first non-profit private university in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, founded in 1998 under the guidance of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Recognized for its strong academic programs, commitment to innovation, and active engagement with industry and government partners, PSU has become a national model for quality higher education and was the first private institution to receive full institutional accreditation from the National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation (NCAAA). Hosting the ESC underscores PSU’s contribution to capacity building and the development of Saudi Arabia’s future workforce.

About Prince Sultan University and the Saudi Space Sector

Prince Sultan University combines academic excellence with a strong focus on applied sciences, research, and international collaboration—working with leading institutions such as MIT, Cambridge, and Oxford. Its growing engagement with space-related fields aligns with Saudi Arabia’s expanding ambitions in the space sector, supported by national initiatives, strategic investments, and the broader objectives of Vision 2030.

As the Kingdom advances its capabilities in satellite applications, space-based services, research, and workforce development, PSU plays an essential role in strengthening local expertise within this evolving ecosystem.

In this context, #Space_Academy, affiliated with the #Saudi_Space_Agency, joins as a Knowledge Partner, contributing to the development of space education and capacity building across the Kingdom through its work in national space policy, collaboration initiatives, and support for the growth of Saudi Arabia’s space sector.