Boursa Kuwait has entered a strategic partnership with CODED Academy, the first coding bootcamp in the Middle East, to sponsor and host the UniCODE program for college students and recent graduates. The Kuwait Financial Centre (Markaz) will also co-sponsor the initiative.
The UniCODE program empowers participants with essential coding and programming skills to thrive in today’s competitive job market. By focusing on areas such as cybersecurity, mobile, and web development, students will gain valuable expertise that enhances their career prospects.
The fourth edition of the program commenced on October 19th and will run until December 14th, 2024. Over the seven-week program, students will engage in three specialized tracks that cover key cybersecurity topics, including Linux, web security, cryptography, and digital forensics. The mobile development track will focus on Flutter, teaching students to build high-performance, cross-platform applications, while the web development track will explore fundamental languages essential for web page creation.
Commenting on the partnership, Boursa Kuwait’s Senior Director of Marketing and Communication, Mr. Naser Meshari Al-Sanousi, stated, “Boursa Kuwait is proud to support CODED Academy’s UniCODE program, providing intensive training to 250 students in dynamic fields such as AI-powered mobile application development, web development, and cybersecurity. This initiative addresses the widening gap between academic learning and the evolving needs of the labor market. Our sponsorship reflects our commitment to investing in Kuwaiti youth and empowering them with essential technical skills for a promising future.”
As part of the sponsorship, Boursa Kuwait will host various workshops and interactive training sessions, creating an inspiring environment for students to engage in practical, real-life training. Both Boursa Kuwait and CODED Academy emphasized the significance of hosting the program in the iconic Boursa Kuwait building, providing motivation for participants and inspiring the next generation of market participants and financial professionals.
Boursa Kuwait is excited to welcome UniCODE participants to its landmark building. This initiative underscores the company’s commitment to nurturing young talent and investing in their development. By empowering the next generation of Kuwaiti professionals, Boursa Kuwait contributes to the nation’s progress and the growth of a robust and diversified economy. “We are confident this program will serve as a launchpad for their success, leading to achievements that benefit Kuwaiti society,” Al-Sanousi added.
Mr. Abdullatif W. Al-Nusif, Managing Director of Wealth Management and Business Development at Markaz, stated, “Markaz is committed to supporting effective initiatives like UniCODE that equip young people with essential technical and digital skills. As coding and computer literacy become increasingly vital in the financial industry, the training provided by this program will undoubtedly benefit these students in their careers. We applaud CODED Academy for their efforts and wish the students every success in the program.”
Hashim Behbehani, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of CODED Academy, expressed gratitude to Boursa Kuwait for sponsoring the program: “We are thrilled to launch the fourth edition of this program in collaboration with Boursa Kuwait, marking the beginning of a promising strategic partnership. The UniCODE program has a strong track record of inspiring innovation, and we are excited to see the creative solutions this group of coders will develop. We appreciate the generous support of Boursa Kuwait and the Kuwait Financial Centre and look forward to future collaborations.”
The strategic partnership with CODED Academy and the sponsorship of its UniCODE program are part of Boursa Kuwait’s efforts to develop and educate Kuwaiti society, creating a lasting impact on the communities it serves. This initiative is aligned with the company’s Corporate Sustainability (CS) strategy and supports Goal 4 – Quality Education – and Goal 17 – Partnership for the Goals of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Boursa Kuwait’s Corporate Sustainability strategy ensures that its initiatives align with corporate social responsibility (CSR), industry best practices, and investor expectations. The goal is to create strong, sustainable partnerships that leverage the strengths of other organizations, integrating sustainability efforts into the company culture for lasting impact.
As part of this strategy, Boursa Kuwait has launched various initiatives in partnership with local and international organizations, focusing on supporting NGOs, financial literacy, women’s empowerment, and environmental protection.
