DIB launches the 5th round of Iktasib

Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) announced the start of the fifth round Emiratisation training programme, Iktasib.

The program is targeted at training the UAE nationals in Islamic banking services. In all, 180 UAE nationals studying in schools, colleges and universities will undergo 2-months training that will end on 24th August 2006.

During the launch ceremony, Ahmad Al Serkal, Group Head - Human Resources, DIB, welcomed the students and enlightened them about DIB's operations, its Sharia'h-compliant products and various other services that the bank offers.

He emphasized the importance of this training program and said: 'DIB invests heavily in human resource training programmes, with the aim of capitalizing on young national talent. Iktasib has been designed to shape students' careers, enhance their understanding of banking and enlighten them about developments in Islamic banking while preparing them to face the challenges of the future.'

Serkal also announced that this year's Iktasib will be different from the previous four, in that the bank will offer special incentives for the top students, including five scholarships in the Emirates Banking Institution sponsored by the bank.

Obaid Khalifah Al Shamsi, Assistant Vice President - Head of Emiratisation at DIB, said: 'Based on the successful results of previous Iktasibs, this year DIB is putting extra efforts in this unique programme. The trainees will be divided into two groups thereby providing adequate attention to each student. The successful candidates will be given priority-employment during our recruitment exercise in the future.'

'Iktasib introduces trainees to the various services of the bank including specialized advisory services, savings and current accounts; investment and credit products, foreign transactions, safety deposit boxes, call centre management and Internet banking,' Mr. Obaid concluded.

The programme also uses a creative style in the way it is managed. It is organised by the trainees themselves who will subsequently develop their managerial and administrative skills.

Courtesy AMEINFO

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