BBK’s ‘Grow’ programme welcomes 20 trainees

TDT | Manama    

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait (BBK) welcomed the first cohort of its latest programme yesterday which aims to enhance the skills and competencies of Bahraini university graduates aspiring to pursue careers within the banking industry.

“Grow,” is designed to train 20 candidates, divided between both male and female participants, which have been selected to take part in a comprehensive six-month training program.

The course includes a specialized two-week training module hosted at the Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF) and encompasses a wide range of subjects, including financial analysis, risk management, banking technology, marketing, operations, information security, anti-money laundering, and other topics pertinent to banking operations and services.

BBK also offers participants internal training opportunities, capitalizing on the bank’s strategic projects and drawing from the experience of its employees across diverse fields.

Hassaan Burshaid, Chief Human Resources and Administration Officer at BBK, stated, “This training programme reflects the Bank’s commitment to community development and its support for local talent which aligns with our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework.”