Ahli Launches Version 2 of Credit Analyst Development Program under Ahli Corporate

The National Bank of Kuwait has launched the second edition of its Credit Analyst Development Program, under the auspices of the National Bank of Kuwait Corporate Academy, in collaboration with Euromoney Institutional Investor.

This initiative brings together 12 Kuwaiti employees for a comprehensive one-year development journey, reflecting the bank’s focus on talent development and equipping participants with the technical knowledge, practical experience, and professional confidence necessary 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 and risk assessment, credit monitoring, and credit reporting. These modules are supported by practical case studies and on-the-job applications within the bank’s departments.

The event was attended by Gilles Jan van der Toel, CEO of the National Bank of Kuwait Group, along with a group of senior bank executives and Euromoney officials.

Commenting on the occasion, Afrah Al-Arbash, General Manager of Human Resources Management at the National Bank of Kuwait, stated: “The significance of this specialized program lies in its focus on honing credit and financial analysis skills, and equipping trainees with the expertise needed to keep pace with the rapid developments in corporate banking.”

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

Al-Arbash added: “Investing in human capital and developing young national talents is at the core of our plans. Through the National Bank of Kuwait Corporate 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.”

She 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 tailored financial 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.

Al-Arbash stated: “We are not merely offering a training course; we are providing our employees with a comprehensive professional pathway that refines their skills and transforms theoretical knowledge into well-informed decisions, thereby enhancing the bank’s reputation as a preferred destination for talents and those passionate about banking excellence.”

She clarified that modern economic challenges require new standards in risk assessment and credit opportunity analysis, emphasizing that the program’s importance lies in equipping the bank with a elite group of competent credit analysts capable of providing well-researched advisory and financing services that meet the aspirations of our corporate partners, while simultaneously ensuring the preservation of the bank’s asset quality.

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