National Bank of Kuwait Hosts Knowledge Exchange 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 session for knowledge exchange. The session highlighted NBK’s leading practices and pioneering initiatives in learning and development, reflecting its commitment to contributing to national capacity building and talent development.

This session builds upon 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 reviewed 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.

Furthermore, 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. It also showcased success indicators and lessons learned from several initiatives that have contributed to higher levels of engagement and interaction with educational programs.

Commenting on the occasion, Manira Al-Sajari, Deputy Assistant President – Learning and Development, Human Resources Group at National Bank of Kuwait, said: “This session is part of 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 helps accelerate the pace of institutional development and enhances the readiness of national talents to meet future requirements.”

Al-Sajari added: “We consistently strive to develop the institutional learning system by utilizing 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 enhancing performance efficiency and embedding a culture of professional development within the institution.”

She emphasized that NBK’s training and development initiatives are based on a long-term vision that places the development of national talents at the core of its priorities. She noted the bank’s commitment to leveraging 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 seeks to contribute to strengthening the capabilities of personnel working in the oil sector, driven by its commitment to aligning the group’s economic sustainability objectives with those of the state, which are fundamentally based on a highly trained human workforce adhering to the highest global standards.