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Global Knowledge
Saudi Arabia Wins Microsoft's Arabia award for Highest
Growth
Riyadh (KSA) – September 15, 2009 –
Global Knowledge, the worldwide leader in IT Training and Business
Skills, announced today that it is the recipient of Microsoft's
award for highest growth in Microsoft Learning Business in Saudi
Arabia, 2009.
"We are very proud to be recognized as Microsoft's partner for
highest growth" said Melad Ghabrial, Managing Director of Global
Knowledge MEA. "This award recognizes our exceptional performance
and cooperation with Microsoft Arabia during 2009" added Melad.
"We feel privileged to have a training company such as Global
Knowledge", Said Eyad Hirzallah, Microsoft Learning Channel Manager
of Microsoft Arabia. "GK is supporting the Saudi community in
educating young Saudi nationals and IT professionals in various IT
solutions & technologies. They earned this award for the
exceptional work they did last year. And we look forward to even a
better next year with their very promising plans", added Eyad.
Global Knowledge has demonstrated a strong commitment to working
with Microsoft in meeting a variety of business challenges across
Saudi Arabia. Among this cooperation was the brand new product 'IT
Manager University - CIO of the future' that was developed recently
to leverage the skills of IT Managers in Saudi Arabia.
Global Knowledge has expanded its operation in Saudi Arabia by
opening two more branches in Jeddah & Dammam beside its main
branch in Riyadh to cover demand in Saudi Arabia efficiently.
Through the three branches, Global Knowledge offers a robust
Microsoft training solution that encompasses all Microsoft
Technologies.
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About Global Knowledge
Global Knowledge is the worldwide leader in IT and business
training. We deliver via training centers, private facilities, and
the Internet, enabling our customers to choose when, where, and how
they want to receive training programs and learning services. Our
more than 700 courses span foundational and specialized training
and certifications. Founded in 1995, Global Knowledge employs more
than 1,200 people worldwide and is headquartered in Cary, N.C.
Global Knowledge US/Canada, Europe, and MEA are owned by New
York-based investment firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson, and Stowe.
Global Knowledge Asia, Ptd is headquartered in Singapore.
Contact - Middle East
Hesham Abdel-Mohsen
+20 (0) 2 2290 2163 Ext.137
hesham.abdelmohsen@globalknowledge-eg.com