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King Khalid University's 2030 Strategic Plan is a comprehensive roadmap designed to position the university as a leader in academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement. This page provides access to essential documents that outline the university's strategic objectives, operational plans, performance indicators, and risk management frameworks. From the vision and mission to the detailed execution of initiatives, the documents here serve as a guide for stakeholders to understand and contribute to the university's long-term goals. Explore the strategy to see how King Khalid University is shaping the future of education, research, and institutional growth.
Executive Summary of King Khalid University's 2030 Strategic Plan
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This document (61 pages) provides an executive summary of King Khalid University's 2030 strategic plan, detailing its key objectives, initiatives, and performance indicators. The document outlines the vision, mission, and strategic goals, focusing on areas like academic excellence, innovation, community engagement, and institutional development. It also describes the strategic directions, major initiatives, and key performance metrics that will guide the university's progress. Additionally, it includes a timeline for implementation, ensuring that all elements of the plan are aligned with the university's 2030 vision. The plan is designed to enhance the university's role in the local and global academic community, driving forward innovation and sustainable growth.
Institutional Identity of King Khalid University
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This document (16 pages) titled Institutional Identity of King Khalid University provides a comprehensive overview of the university's institutional identity, focusing on how it aligns with the strategic goals and vision of the university. It delves into various components such as internal and external communication channels, the impact of the institutional identity on university operations, and the correlation between the identity and strategic planning. Furthermore, it highlights the university's efforts to position itself on a global stage while remaining aligned with local and regional objectives.
The Executive Plan for King Khalid University's 2030 Strategy
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The document (67 pages) provides a detailed roadmap for implementing the university's strategic goals by 2030. It includes an executive summary, strategic directions, and descriptions of the university's mission, vision, objectives, and core values. The plan outlines specific initiatives and key performance indicators (KPIs) aimed at enhancing various aspects of the university, such as academic quality, research, innovation, community engagement, and institutional excellence. Additionally, the document features a timeline for executing the initiatives, ensuring that progress is tracked efficiently and that the university stays aligned with its long-term goals. This structured approach is designed to support the university in achieving sustainability, competitiveness, and global recognition.
Operational Plan for KKU's 2030 Strategy
This document (162 pages) outlines the updated operational plan for King Khalid University's 2024 strategic goals. It includes a detailed framework that aligns with the university's 2030 vision, focusing on educational outcomes, sustainability, and the needs of the labor market. The document discusses strategic initiatives, key performance indicators, updates on major projects, risk management strategies, and the various goals aimed at improving research, innovation, community responsibility, and overall institutional performance. Additionally, it highlights ongoing initiatives for enhancing academic programs, updating curricula, and implementing strategies to strengthen the university's global standing.
University Strategy Communication Plan
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This document (18 pages) outlines a comprehensive approach to ensure that all stakeholders are informed about King Khalid University's 2030 strategic plan. It emphasizes creating clear communication channels to disseminate information about the university's objectives, initiatives, and projects. The plan seeks to raise awareness, foster collaboration, and engage faculty, staff, students, and external partners by providing timely updates. It also highlights the importance of transparency and active involvement in supporting the university's strategic direction. The communication plan includes initiatives such as creating a dedicated web page, organizing promotional campaigns, conducting workshops, and fostering a positive perception of the university's strategy within the community.
Visual Identity Guide for the University Strategy 2030
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This document (21 pages) provides comprehensive guidelines for the visual representation of King Khalid University's strategic plan for 2030. It outlines the key visual elements, including the official logo, color schemes, typography, and other branding materials, ensuring consistency across all university communications. The guide also emphasizes the importance of maintaining a cohesive visual identity to strengthen the university's brand image, both internally and externally. Additionally, it provides detailed instructions for applying these elements across various platforms to support the strategic initiatives outlined for the 2030 vision.
Performance Indicators Guide for King Khalid University's 2030 Strategy
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This document (152 pages) serves as a comprehensive guide on performance indicators aligned with King Khalid University's 2030 Strategy. It includes detailed descriptions of key performance indicators (KPIs), outlining their development, evaluation, and application in various domains such as education, research, innovation, community partnerships, and institutional excellence. The document also provides standards for benchmarks, acceptance criteria for supporting documents, and methods for improving data quality and transparency. It is designed to monitor the university's progress and effectiveness in achieving its strategic goals, offering insights on how to enhance university life, diversify revenue sources, and maintain sustainability across initiatives.
Risk Management Guide for King Khalid University's 2030 Strategy
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This document (33 pages) provides guidelines for risk management as part of the implementation of King Khalid University's 2030 strategic plan. It aims to improve guidance and enhance effective practices in risk management to support the successful execution of the university's strategy. The document outlines the key steps necessary to build an integrated framework for managing risks associated with the university's strategic objectives. It serves as an essential reference for the university's strategy, contributing to compliance with the risk management controls embedded in the King Khalid University 2030 strategy.
University Strategy Values
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This document outlines King Khalid University's strategic values framework that serves as the foundation of sustainable change. The document presents six core institutional values - Leadership, Innovation, Integration, Loyalty, Transparency, and Commitment - aligned with the four fundamental values introduced by His Royal Highness, the Governor of the Asir Region: Honesty, Discipline, Belonging, and Tolerance. Each value is detailed with comprehensive explanations and visual representations showing how these principles should be embodied as daily practices across the university's work environment, transforming abstract concepts into actionable institutional culture and decision-making guidelines.
Strategic Directions Overview
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This strategic directions infographic (updated July 24, 2025) provides a comprehensive visual overview of King Khalid University's four main strategic pillars that guide the 2030 strategy implementation. The diagram illustrates the interconnected nature of Academic and Professional Leadership, which focuses on developing high-quality educational programs for future-ready skills in priority sectors including healthcare, tourism, hospitality, and agriculture. The second direction, Targeted Research and Productive Innovation, emphasizes creating a stimulating research environment that addresses national and global challenges in health sciences, life sciences, environment, and advanced materials. The third pillar, Sustainability and Institutional Governance, centers on building a flexible institutional system with advanced organizational structure and operational efficiency. Finally, Resource Development and Potential Investment highlights the integrated development system for enhancing university capabilities, human capital, and knowledge assets while diversifying funding sources and supporting regional development priorities.
King Khalid University's Updated Strategy Video
Strategy Video (33 seconds) (Click Here)
This dynamic 33-second promotional video (released July 20, 2025) presents King Khalid University's updated 2030 strategy through a compelling visual narrative. The video opens with the university's foundational belief that "development is not a choice, it's a commitment" and emphasizes collective progress "together, we rise toward the promise of Vision 2030." It showcases three key strategic themes through vivid imagery: "Sharper Vision" featuring diverse educational and research activities including traditional scholarship, advanced robotics, academic excellence, scientific research by female researchers, and innovative collaboration; "Stronger Execution" highlighting strategic planning sessions, collaborative partnerships, strategic decision-making, and academic leadership; and "Lasting Impact" demonstrating research excellence, technological innovation, community engagement, institutional development, and scientific advancement. The video concludes with a QR code invitation to explore the university's complete updated strategy document, effectively communicating how the university is positioning itself as an empowered institution fueled by its strategic framework to achieve future accomplishments and sustainable impact in education, research, and community development.
The University Updated Strategy Document - July 2025
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This comprehensive 17-page strategic document (updated July 2025) represents King Khalid University's refined institutional framework for achieving academic excellence, research innovation, and community engagement in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. The document presents an updated vision to become a world-class university dedicated to developing people, enriching localities, and advancing the economy, supported by a mission emphasizing knowledge creation and application, research and innovation support, social responsibility promotion, and sustainable development contribution. It establishes core values of commitment, transparency, loyalty, integration, innovation, and leadership that underpin six strategic objectives: enhancing educational outcomes and learning quality, promoting research and innovation to meet societal and economic needs, strengthening social responsibility and volunteerism, enhancing university life quality, achieving institutional excellence, and diversifying revenue sources. These objectives are implemented through 31 strategic initiatives ranging from expanding applied programs and interdisciplinary research to fostering entrepreneurship in the Asir region, advancing digital transformation, and optimizing financial efficiency. The document includes key performance indicators for measuring progress in graduate employability, research productivity, community satisfaction, institutional accreditation, campus life quality, and financial sustainability, featuring clear visual elements such as the Strategy House framework and thematic illustrations that present a cohesive roadmap positioning the university as both locally grounded and globally competitive.
Governance Guide: Participation and Representation in Events - July 2025
This comprehensive 12-page governance framework (updated July 2025) issued by King Khalid University's Permanent Committee for Governance of Participation establishes clear institutional protocols for university engagement in local, national, and international events and competitions. The guide ensures systematic participation management through transparent procedures, fair selection processes, and alignment with institutional mission by defining participation types, eligibility criteria, participant categories, and outlining responsibilities across university bodies. It details submission, approval, evaluation, and escalation mechanisms while including post-participation reporting requirements, continuous improvement processes, visual flowcharts, and standardized digital forms accessible via QR codes. This governance framework directly supports the 2030 Strategic Plan's implementation by ensuring all external university engagements align with the strategic pillars of Academic and Professional Leadership, Sustainability and Institutional Governance, and Resource Development and Potential Investment. The document reinforces institutional excellence standards that enhance global competitiveness and regional impact as outlined in the strategic objectives, while the symbolic imagery of the university logo over regional mapping underscores the commitment to bridging local presence with international visibility in service of Vision 2030 goals.