Al-Ahli launches training program to develop credit analysts in cooperation with 'Euromoney'

The National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) launched the second edition of its Credit Analyst Development Program as part of the NBK Corporate Academy, in collaboration with Euromoney Institutional Investor. This initiative brings together 12 Kuwaiti employees for a comprehensive year-long development journey, reflecting NBK’s commitment to building talent and equipping participants with the technical knowledge, practical experience, and professional confidence needed to contribute effectively to its credit operations.

The program offers participants a learning experience that combines technical development with practical application, covering key areas in banking and credit, including financial and business analysis, lending, deal structuring, risk assessment, credit monitoring, and credit reporting, supported by case studies and departmental applications.

The event was attended by Gilles Jean van der Toel, CEO of the NBK Group, along with a group of senior bank executives and representatives from Euromoney. Details of the second cohort of the Credit Analyst Development Program were presented, aimed at preparing personnel and equipping them with the expertise needed to enhance the level of corporate banking and credit services provided.

Commenting on the occasion, Afrah Al-Arbash, General Manager of Human Resources at NBK, said: “The significance of this specialized program lies in its focus on honing credit and financial analysis skills, and providing trainees with the experience that qualifies them to keep pace with the rapid developments in corporate banking.”

She noted that building a foundation for a new generation of financial and credit analysts not only strengthens the bank’s internal work environment and improves risk management efficiency, but also directly supports the national economy and enhances competitiveness in Kuwait’s banking sector as a whole.

Al-Arbash added: “Our investment in human capital and the development of young national talents lies at the core of our plans. Through the Kuwait National Bank for Enterprises Academy, we are committed to providing a comprehensive educational and training environment that equips our employees with advanced skills in credit analysis, preparing a promising generation that keeps pace with developments in the financial sector and contributes to the bank’s sustainable success.”

Al-Arbash emphasized that the bank’s true investment lies in developing human capital and equipping it with the latest analytical tools and global financial standards. She noted that this program will enhance the readiness of young staff to provide financing and professional solutions for the business sector, reflecting the bank’s ongoing commitment to supporting Kuwait’s vision of building a sustainable banking sector capable of driving economic growth as a trusted partner.

She stated: “We are not merely offering a training course; we are providing our employees with a comprehensive career path that hones their skills and transforms theoretical knowledge into well-informed decisions, thereby strengthening the bank’s position as a preferred destination for talents and those passionate about banking excellence.”

Al-Arbash said: “The launch of the new cohort of the Kuwait National Bank for Enterprises Academy reflects our proactive approach to enhancing the quality of banking services directed at the business and corporate sectors.”

She explained that modern economic challenges require new standards in risk assessment and the evaluation of credit opportunities, highlighting that the significance of this program lies in equipping the bank with a select group of proficient credit analysts capable of providing well-researched advisory and financing solutions that meet the aspirations of our corporate partners, while simultaneously ensuring the preservation of the bank’s asset quality.

This comes as the bank continues, through its collaboration with Euromoney, to demonstrate its commitment to empowering Kuwaiti youth with the knowledge, expertise, and professional capabilities needed to build successful careers in the banking sector.