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Hospitality Diplomas with Rixos Resort Murjana (KAEC)
Whether you’re passionate about hotel operations, culinary arts, or food and beverage service, our associate diploma programmes are designed to give you the tools, confidence, and real-world exposure needed to thrive in the hospitality industry.
Participants will receive:
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Employment-related training at Rixos Murjana Resort (KAEC)
Internationally recognised certification (VET by EHL)
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Funded by HADAF (Human Resources Development Fund)
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Monthly stipend
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Career guidance and employment pathways after graduation
King Abdullah Economic City offers not only a world-class training environment but also an inspiring lifestyle that reflects the future of Saudi Arabia’s tourism and service sectors.
Culinary Arts Associate Diploma
A 12-month hands-on vocational training programme designed to equip aspiring chefs with advanced culinary techniques, practical kitchen experience, and international standards — delivered as employment-related training at Rixos Murjana Resort in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC).
Food and Beverage Service Associate Diploma
A 12-month intensive vocational training programme focused on developing service excellence in food and beverage operations.
Trainees will gain hands-on experience and learn industry best practices through employment-related training at Rixos Murjana Resort – KAEC, with guaranteed employment upon completion.
Hotel Administration Associate Diploma
A 12-month comprehensive vocational training programme designed to prepare future hospitality professionals with strong front office and room operations skills — delivered as employment-related training at Rixos Murjana Resort in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) — leading to guaranteed employment upon completion.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the programme, applicants must meet the following conditions:​
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Must be a Saudi national.
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Must not have previously benefited from HADAF.
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Must successfully pass the interview.
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The applicant must have a secondary school certificate or above.
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Must pass the English assessment
Benefits
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Employment-related training at Rixos Murjana, located in King Abdullah Economic City
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Train at Bunyan Academy – King Abdullah Economic City
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Scholarship funded by HRDF (HADAF) covers all tuition fees.
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A monthly stipend of SAR 2,000 throughout the study period.
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Affordable accommodation in King Abdullah Economic City, near the academy, is deducted from the stipend.
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Free transportation to and from Bunyan Academy.
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An internationally recognised certificate from EHL ranked #1 globally in hospitality education.
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A certified diploma from Bunyan Academy, accredited by the Ministry of Culture and the Technical and Vocational Training Corporation (TVTC).