Three internationally recognised institutions — one shared mission: to make KSU the first Saudi university with a fully certified AI Tourism Innovation Center.
Vivid Verse Global Academy · London, United Kingdom
VVG Academy is a UK-based professional training institution operating within the World Business Groups (WBG) global ecosystem — spanning 65+ countries. VVG Academy is the curriculum author and primary delivery partner of the 10-module AI Tourism Certification Program that forms the heart of this proposal. Its proprietary curriculum has been developed over three years of research, industry consultation, and pilot delivery.
| UK Office | Office 7253, 182–184 High Street North, East Ham, London E6 2JA |
| Specialisation | AI Tourism Education, Professional Certification, International Institution Partnerships |
| Global Network | World Business Groups (WBG) — 65+ countries, 22+ operational offices |
| Curriculum | Proprietary 10-Module AI Tourism Innovation Program (480 hours total) |
| Technology Partners | Microsoft Azure, AWS, Oracle, NVIDIA, Amadeus, Sabre GDS |
| Role in ATIC | Primary curriculum designer, program delivery, certification issuer, lab infrastructure provider, IPPP management |
| Website | www.mshakil.info · www.info.worldbusinessgroups.com |
Training Division of VFS Global · Dubai, UAE
VFS Global Academy is the training and professional development division of VFS Global — the world's largest outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions, operating in 145+ countries. The Dubai Academy provides industry-facing hospitality, aviation, and tourism technology training, and brings a vast employer network for student placements and certification recognition across the GCC and beyond.
| Regional Hub | Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Parent Body | VFS Global — 145 countries, 63 sovereign government clients |
| Certification Output | Industry-recognised professional certification in hospitality and travel technology |
| Employer Network | 500+ hotel chains, airlines, OTAs, and government tourism agencies across GCC and globally |
| GCC Recognition | Certifications acknowledged by UAE Ministry of Human Resources and GCC employers |
| Role in ATIC | Co-certification issuer, visiting faculty, employer network for student placements, IPPP beta client provider |
Visionary Value Gen Growth · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
VVG Academy KSA is the locally licensed educational institution in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia responsible for all in-Kingdom operational, regulatory, and compliance functions of this partnership. Licensed under the Saudi Ministry of Education and TVTC, VVG Academy KSA ensures that every aspect of the ATIC program operates within full Saudi regulatory compliance, meets Saudisation (Nitaqat) requirements, and qualifies for Vision 2030 educational funding streams.
VVG Academy KSA holds a valid educational licence issued by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. All 10 ATIC programs will be delivered in full compliance with Saudi Ministry of Education regulations, NCAAA quality frameworks, and TVTC vocational standards.
| Licence | Saudi Ministry of Education + TVTC (Technical and Vocational Training Corporation) |
| Compliance | NCAAA-aligned quality standards; Saudisation (Nitaqat) compliant |
| Role in ATIC | In-Kingdom operations, lab management, resident lab manager, Saudi regulatory compliance, TVTC certification validation |
Mohammad Shakil is a distinguished global business leader, strategic visionary, and influential entrepreneur with over three decades of executive leadership experience spanning multiple industries. As Partner & Groups CEO of NTT Groups and Vice President of World Business Groups (WBG), he has been instrumental in shaping global business landscapes, forging high-impact partnerships, and driving large-scale project execution across 12 subsidiary companies.
He also serves as General Secretary of Radiant Global Society (RGS), Vice President of the World Business Forum (WBF), Joint Secretary of the Indian Business Forum (IBF), and Founding Member of the Foreign Investors Forum (FIF). His contributions to international business relations have positioned him as a key advocate for cross-border economic growth.
As a multifaceted entrepreneur, Mohammad Shakil is the founder, partner, promoter, and VP of 17 pioneering digital platforms and applications, including WBG, RBRS, eEdu, Vivid Verse Global (VVG), and ZARS Global — with expertise in business technology transformation and disruptive digital solutions.