Udemy Launches Arabic-Powered Platform to Boost Skills Training in the Middle East

Udemy launches its AI-powered platform in Arabic, aiming to empower over 300 million Arabic-speaking professionals with personalized, adaptive upskilling. The platform offers an enhanced user experience in Arabic, covering high-growth, emerging roles in AI, cloud computing, and more. This expansion reinforces Udemy's mission to empower learners and organizations worldwide with the skills needed to stay ahead in the age of AI.

Udemy, a leading AI-powered skills acceleration platform, has announced the launch of its platform in Arabic, targeting the 300 million Arabic-speaking professionals worldwide. This expansion reflects Udemy’s commitment to empowering learners and organizations globally with the skills needed to thrive in the age of AI. The new platform offers an enhanced user experience, enabling professionals and organizations across the Middle East and North Africa to upskill and reskill in high-growth, emerging roles such as AI and cloud computing.

The platform's Arabic localization provides a culturally relevant learning experience, addressing the language barrier that has previously hindered professional growth for Arabic-speaking individuals. Over one million learners have already enrolled in more than 7,000 Arabic-language courses from Udemy’s Multi-Language Collection, covering a diverse range of topics from AI and cloud computing to communication and leadership [1].

Hugo Sarrazin, President and CEO of Udemy, stated, “At Udemy, we believe language should never be a barrier to professional growth. Localizing our platform in Arabic strengthens our ability to serve our growing customer base across the region with culturally relevant, high-quality reskilling experiences. With this launch, we’re helping unlock new opportunities for workforce development, product innovation, and business growth throughout the Arabic-speaking world.”

Dr. Ryan Ahmed, Udemy instructor, CEO of Stemplicity, and Assistant Professor at McMaster University, added, “With Udemy's platform now available in Arabic, professionals in the region can seamlessly access high-quality, locally relevant learning experiences. This advancement not only removes language barriers but also empowers Arabic-speaking professionals and leaders to build critical skills with greater confidence, speed, and cultural resonance.” Dr. Ahmed's course, Artificial Intelligence from Beginner to Professional, is available in Arabic to enterprise customers and learners on the Udemy platform.

The UAE, a global leader in AI initiatives, is also making significant strides in digitizing and modernizing the Arabic language. The country has launched several projects, such as the 20-million-word GPT-powered Historical Dictionary, the AI-driven Arabic-English dictionary, and Falcon Arabic, an advanced language model built on native datasets. These projects aim to preserve the Arabic language's cultural and linguistic heritage while expanding its global digital footprint [2].

The UAE’s efforts to future-proof the Arabic language using AI have significant implications for the global learning landscape. By combining traditional language preservation with modern digital competency, the UAE is setting a foundation for future Arabic language learning, content creation, and digital access at a global scale.

The launch of Udemy’s Arabic platform aligns with the broader trend of AI integration in education and publishing, as seen in the UAE’s Digital Knowledge Hub and AI-integrated education initiatives. These efforts reflect a global shift towards leveraging AI to enhance learning experiences and empower professionals with the skills needed to succeed in the digital age.

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[1] https://www.marketscreener.com/news/udemy-launches-ai-powered-platform-in-arabic-fueling-skills-acceleration-across-the-middle-east-ce7c51d8da81f422
[2] https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/how-the-uae-is-using-artificial-intelligence-to-build-the-worlds-largest-arabic-language-resources/articleshow/123237801.cms