Boston Consulting Group (BCG) has successfully concluded the 7th edition of Jeel Tamooh, its flagship leadership development program designed to nurture and empower high-potential university students across Saudi Arabia. This year’s cohort, one of the most immersive to date, brought together more than 150 top-performing students to equip them with the skills needed to contribute to the Kingdom’s economic transformation.
A Hybrid Approach to Talent Development
The six-month program utilized an innovative blended model, combining virtual learning modules with hands-on workshops and in-person engagements in Dammam, Jeddah, and Riyadh. This structure allowed for broader geographic reach across the Kingdom while ensuring participants received practical, real-world consulting exposure and opportunities for collaboration.
Fostering Real-World Impact
Under the theme of transforming skills into tangible impact, the program opened with a launch event featuring BCG alumni, industry experts, and regional leadership. The agenda immersed students in critical sectors aligned with Vision 2030, with expert-led sessions on navigating the Saudi labor market, building smart cities, and driving innovation in food security and finance.
Philippe Cornette de Saint Cyr, Managing Director & Senior Partner at BCG, emphasized the program’s strategic importance, stating, “Saudi Arabia’s young talent represents one of the Kingdom’s greatest competitive advantages. Through Jeel Tamooh, we are not only equipping students with world-class skills, but also empowering them to take ownership of their future and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s transformation.”
The launch event also featured inspiring talks from prominent figures in the ecosystem, including Fahad AlBassam, Co-Founder of Soum, and Mohammed AlKhalid, Founder of the NetZero Initiative.
Mentorship as a Cornerstone
A defining feature of Jeel Tamooh is its one-on-one mentorship model, which pairs each student with a BCG consultant for personalized guidance throughout the program. This direct mentorship provides invaluable industry insight and career support.
Fatima Bazroun, a student participant, commented on the program’s value, “The program’s structured approach to consulting methodology, combined with targeted mentorship from BCG professionals, provided me with essential analytical and problem-solving capabilities that are directly applicable across sectors. I now feel well-positioned to pursue competitive opportunities with enhanced confidence.”
Saud AlWatban, a Senior Associate and Jeel Tamooh mentor, added, “Supporting this cohort has been incredibly inspiring. Their curiosity, ambition, and determination reflect the strength of the future Saudi workforce. Jeel Tamooh gives students the guidance and access they need to turn potential into real impact.”
Building a Consulting Toolkit
Participants engaged in “Consulting Taster Workshops” designed to introduce them to BCG’s structured problem-solving methodology. Through interactive, team-based exercises, students honed their analytical reasoning, communication, and case-thinking skills, preparing them for interview processes for internships and full-time roles at BCG and other leading firms. The program culminated in nationwide networking events, offering participants direct access to partners, consultants, and recruiters to support their next career steps.
About Jeel Tamooh
Jeel Tamooh is a leadership development program by Boston Consulting Group that equips future Saudi leaders with a consulting toolkit, career confidence, and exposure to priority sectors shaping the Kingdom’s transformation. The program is delivered through hands-on learning and mentorship that directly align with the goals of Vision 2030.
About Boston Consulting Group
Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most critical challenges and capture their most significant opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, the firm helps clients with total transformation—inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact.
Source: Zawya
