Human Resources Development in Saudi Arabia: Some Issues of Concern

摘要

Human resources development is important factor both in economic growth and in influencing changes in economic structure. Indeed, material standards of living, the character of social and cultural life, and the security of societies have always been closely correlated with the level of human resources development. This paper is thus dedicated to describing and analyzing the main characteristics of the human resources development in Saudi Arabia. The study shows that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has accomplished various objectives on the way to human resources development. The present situation of the human resources development in SA, however, is typical of most Third World countries. SA is still facing many deficiencies and inadequacies, which affect the achievement of economic growth objectives. One of the main problems facing the country is: the shortage of trained manpower and improper planning for the best possible use of human resources.