Aljazira Bank, one of Saudi Arabia’s leading financial institutions, has successfully concluded a specialized training program under its “Future Leaders” initiative in collaboration with the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF). The closing ceremony was held at BIBF’s premises in Bahrain Bay and was attended by senior executives from both organizations, alongside a select group of youth participants from across the GCC countries.
The program is part of Aljazira Bank’s ongoing efforts in sustainability and human capital development, aiming to nurture future banking and financial leaders capable of supporting national economic growth and enhancing the competitiveness of the financial sector, in line with Saudi Vision 2030. Spanning five days, the program focused on leadership skills, entrepreneurship, innovation, and financial technologies, including applications of artificial intelligence and trading simulations. Participants also received training in strategic thinking, project management, team-building, and decision-making.
As part of the hands-on learning experience, attendees visited national institutions such as the Bahrain Bourse, the National Bank of Bahrain (NBB), the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB), and The Benefit Company to gain practical insights into digital banking, financial technology solutions, and investment strategies.
During the closing ceremony, participants showcased their projects and were formally recognized for their commitment throughout the program. Faisal bin Mashhour Al Mansour, Senior Vice President of Human Capital at Aljazira Bank, highlighted the importance of developing young leaders to navigate the evolving financial sector and foster innovation. Dr. Ahmed Alshaikh, CEO of BIBF, emphasized the Institute’s role in delivering specialized leadership programs across the GCC to support human capital development initiatives.
