Makeen National Initiative for Upskilling National Talents
Under the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology.
Makeen National Initiative
Building Oman's digital capability.
Makeen is a national initiative focused on developing Omani talent through advanced digital skills and internationally recognised professional certifications aligned with the evolving needs of the market.
Makeen
A national initiative supporting the development of future-ready digital and technical capabilities in Oman.
MTCIT
We work in partnership with the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology as part of the Makeen initiative.
Omantel Academy
Our role is to provide specialised learning opportunities that strengthen advanced technical capabilities and connect Omani talent with globally recognised expertise.
OffSec Programs
Through Makeen, Omantel Academy offers specialised OffSec programs designed to build practical, industry-relevant cybersecurity capabilities.
Turning national ambition into practical cybersecurity capability.
01 / Who it's for
Built for different stages of ambition.
Makeen supports individuals across different stages of their professional journey, creating opportunities to develop relevant digital and technical capabilities.
Job Seekers
Build in-demand digital skills and strengthen your readiness for new career opportunities.
Public Sector Employees
Develop technical capabilities that support digital transformation across the public sector.
Private Sector Employees
Upskill and expand your professional capabilities as technology continues to reshape industries.
Entrepreneurs
Strengthen the digital knowledge needed to build, operate and grow technology-enabled businesses.
ICT Professionals
Advance specialised expertise through industry-recognised learning and professional certification pathways.
02 / Supported programmes
Choose your next credential.
Practical, industry-led learning from OffSec, designed to build skills you can apply from day one.
OffSec
CyberCore
Cybersecurity Foundations
- Security Essentials Certification
- Hands-on Labs
- Two OSCC-SEC exam attempts
OffSec
CyberCore
Secure Java Development
- Secure Software Development Certification
- Hands-on Labs
- Two OSCC-SJD exam attempts
OffSec
Learn
Foundation Tracks
- PEN-103 and KLCP
- PEN-200 and OSCP
- Foundation learning paths
03 / Registration
Check your eligibility.
Before applying to the Makeen Technical Professional Certifications Support Track, make sure you meet the registration and selection requirements.
Applicant Profile
Graduation year Degree issued in 2023 or later
Minimum GPA Required academic score
Months registered As a Ministry of Labour job seeker
Years of age Maximum applicant age
Bachelor's Degree
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from a recognised institution.
Omani Citizenship
Applicants must be citizens of the Sultanate of Oman.
Assessment Process
Candidates will undergo a series of assessments and interviews as part of the selection process.
Previous Training
Applicants must not have previously received a government-funded training program.
Meet the criteria? Take the next step.
Register for the Makeen Technical Professional Certifications Support Track and begin your pathway towards an internationally recognised professional certification.