National Bank hosts specialized knowledge-sharing session with Kuwait Oil Company delegation

As part of its efforts to strengthen the strategic partnership with oil sector institutions and support human capital development initiatives, National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) hosted a delegation from Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) in a specialized knowledge-sharing session. The session highlighted NBK’s leading practices and pioneering initiatives in learning and development, reflecting its commitment to contributing to national capacity building and the development of local talent. This session builds on the existing cooperation between NBK and KOC in employee development, aligning with both parties’ vision to embed a culture of continuous learning as a fundamental pillar of institutional excellence and sustainable growth.

The session featured an overview of a range of developmental initiatives and programs implemented by the bank to enhance the learning experience, prepare employees for future requirements, and build leadership and professional capabilities. It also highlighted the latest trends and digital solutions used to develop skills and stimulate learning within the workplace. Additionally, the session discussed the bank’s methodology for designing and managing training and development programs, as well as mechanisms for measuring the impact of learning on institutional performance. Key success indicators and lessons learned from several initiatives that boosted participation and engagement in educational programs were also presented.

Commenting on the occasion, Manira Al-Sajari, Deputy Assistant President – Learning and Development, Human Resources Group at National Bank of Kuwait, said: “This session reflects our shared vision with Kuwait Oil Company to reinforce a culture of knowledge exchange and leverage successful experiences. We believe that collaboration among national institutions accelerates institutional development and enhances the readiness of local talent to meet future challenges.”

She added: “We are consistently committed to developing the institutional learning ecosystem by leveraging the latest educational technologies and providing diverse, up-to-date training content that keeps pace with rapid changes in the business environment. This contributes to improving performance efficiency and embedding a culture of professional development within the organization.”

She emphasized that NBK’s training and development initiatives are grounded in a long-term vision that places the development of national talent at the core of its priorities. She noted the bank’s dedication to utilizing its accumulated expertise and a select group of specialists and experts to transfer knowledge and practical experience to national cadres across various sectors.

As the primary banking partner of the government sector, National Bank of Kuwait will continue to be the foremost supporter of oil sector companies. The bank consistently strives to enhance the capabilities of personnel working in the oil industry, driven by its commitment to aligning the group’s economic sustainability objectives with those of the state, while emphasizing the importance of a highly trained workforce adhering to the highest global standards.