COM in Kuwait: Cost, Exam, Eligibility and Formats
Read this page in Arabic: العربية | Last updated November 2026
COM certification in Kuwait costs USD 1,199 for the live online Certified Office Manager program, and self paced is listed at USD 699, so ask an advisor to confirm the format. You can study from Kuwait without travel. Start with the Certified Office Manager course page, and compare it with Certified Office Administrator, the entry level, before you pay.
At a glance
- Certified Office Manager suits administrative professionals, office managers, executive assistants and coordinators in Kuwait.
- Live online is USD 1,199; ask an advisor to confirm any other format first.
- Job seekers registered in the central public sector employment system can ask the Civil Service Commission about the preparatory courses it opened in January 2026.
- Send an enquiry to check assessment details and start dates.
COM programs and fees (USD)
| Program | Study time | Self paced (USD) | Live online (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Office Manager | 46 hours | 699 | 1,199 |
| Certified Office Administrator | 47 hours | 699 | 1,199 |
| Mastering Business Writing | 45 hours | 599 | |
| Mastering Presentation Skills | 45 hours | 599 | |
| Mastering Interpersonal Skills | 45 hours | 599 | |
| Mastering Time Management | 45 hours | 599 |
Fees come from our course catalog and can change. They do not include the exam, so ask an advisor what it costs and confirm the format before you enroll.
How much does COM certification cost in Kuwait?
Live online is USD 1,199 for Certified Office Manager. Self paced is listed at USD 699, and an advisor should confirm that it suits this course before you choose it.
The course page lists about 46 hours of study. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs. If you are choosing between a certificate and a skills course, Mastering Presentation Skills is USD 599 self paced and carries no office management certificate.
Which study format works from Kuwait?
Live online is the format to ask about first, because it lets you join from Kuwait on a fixed schedule. For a group of colleagues, ask an advisor about arranging a class locally.
- Live online: set sessions, a trainer, and no travel.
- A local class: worth asking about if a department wants to train together.
- On site: Blue Ocean offices are in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh.
Who should take Certified Office Manager in Kuwait?
The course page names administrative professionals, office managers, executive assistants and coordinators. It suits you if your role matches that list.
It does not suit you if you want a specialist credential in a field such as finance, law or engineering. Certified Office Administrator is the entry level, with about 47 hours of study listed.
What will you study in the COM course?
Certified Office Manager covers office and administrative management, executive support and business communication. It also covers these topics.
- Records and document control
- Meeting and event coordination
- Basic budgeting
- MS Office productivity
- Time and priority management
- Professional etiquette
Are there public sector training options for job seekers in Kuwait?
In January 2026 the Civil Service Commission opened preparatory courses for job seekers registered in the central public sector employment system, according to Kuwait Times. If you are registered there, check your own eligibility with the Commission.
Kuwait's Public Authority for Manpower says Kuwaitization is central to National Vision 2035, with the aim of raising citizen employment in the private sector, as Gulf News reports. If you are Kuwaiti and work in a private firm, ask HR whether a certificate like this fits your development plan.
What if you are not registered as a job seeker?
The Civil Service Commission courses above are for job seekers registered in the central public sector employment system. If that is not you, enroll directly or ask your employer about a corporate enquiry. Choose by your duties and send a corporate enquiry if your company is paying.
Kuwaitization measures announced in August 2025 include higher fees for hiring foreign workers in positions Kuwaitis can fill, along with specialised training programs, according to Kuwait Times. Whatever your nationality, ask your own HR team what the measures mean for your role.
How do you decide between Manager, Administrator and a skills course?
Use your daily duties as the test, not your job title.
- Certified Office Manager is listed for administrative professionals, office managers, executive assistants and coordinators.
- Certified Office Administrator is listed for office administrators, executive assistants, office managers and personal assistants.
- If one skill is the problem, such as presenting, writing or time, choose the matching Mastering course, each with about 45 hours of study listed.
Ask an advisor to compare your duties with the topic list.
How is the COM exam assessed?
Assessment takes place at the end of the program through Blue Ocean Academy. The course page names ACI as the certifying body.
Ask an advisor how the assessment is run and what you need to pass it. Those details can change, so confirm them when you enroll.
Which program should you choose?
Choose by what you do today, then decide whether you need a certificate or a skill.
- Certified Office Manager: for administrative professionals, office managers, executive assistants and coordinators.
- Certified Office Administrator: the entry level, for office administrators, executive assistants, office managers and personal assistants.
- Mastering Business Writing: for executives and managers, administrative and executive assistants, sales and bid teams, and marketing and communications staff who need clearer reports and emails, not a certificate in office management.
- Mastering Interpersonal Skills: for team leaders and supervisors, client facing and account management staff, HR and people partners, and sales professionals.
Before you enroll from Kuwait
These checks help you pay once, for the right course.
- Match the Certified Office Manager topic list to your current duties.
- Decide between the Manager and Administrator levels.
- Ask an advisor to confirm the format, start dates and how the end of program assessment works.
- If you are registered in the central public sector employment system, ask the Civil Service Commission about the preparatory courses it opened in January 2026.
- Send your enquiry, or a corporate enquiry if your employer is booking.
Three ways to study from Kuwait
- Online: self paced, or live online classes with an instructor.
- In a class arranged locally: ask an advisor about arranging a class in Kuwait.
- At a Blue Ocean office: Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Riyadh.
| Office | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai | B2505, Latifa Towers, Sheikh Zayed Road, opposite the Museum of the Future, Dubai, UAE | +971 4 314 8500 |
| Abu Dhabi | Office 1402, Al Dhaheri Building, Lulu Center, Al Danah Zone 1, Abu Dhabi, UAE | +971 2 886 4323 |
| Riyadh | 530/4, Fifth Floor, Al Akaria 2, Gate 8, Olaya, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | +966 11 260 5558 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does COM certification cost in Kuwait?
Live online is USD 1,199 and self paced is listed at USD 699. Confirm self paced with an advisor first. The exam is separate from the course fee, so ask an advisor what it costs.
Who awards the Certified Office Manager certificate?
It is awarded through a Blue Ocean Academy certification program. Assessment takes place at the end of the program, and the course page names ACI as the certifying body.
Can I study COM from Kuwait?
Live online lets you study from Kuwait. You can also ask an advisor about a class arranged locally, or study at a Blue Ocean office in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Riyadh.
How many hours is Certified Office Manager?
The course page lists about 46 hours of study. Ask an advisor how the live online schedule fits around your working week.
Should I choose Certified Office Administrator instead?
It is the entry level, with about 47 hours of study listed, and it suits office administrators, executive assistants, office managers and personal assistants. Certified Office Manager is listed for administrative professionals, office managers, executive assistants and coordinators.
