KUWAIT CITY, Sept 11: KIBS launched the Certificate in Credit Management (CCM) program on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.This program is designed to equip participants with the advanced skills and knowledge required to kickstart or advance their careers in finance, banking and investment.

And for the first time in Kuwait the program is delivered in collaboration with Moody's Corporation, the American provider of financial analysis software and services as a part of the commitment of the Kuwait Institute of Banking Studies (KIBS) to empowering and equipping bankers and financial professionals with the essential skills and knowledge needed to advance their careers. Its approach is grounded in professional and scientific principles, which underpins its many achievements and enhance its esteemed role as a premier training organization in Kuwait and the region.

The program is uniquely designed due to the inclusion of e-learning segments, instructor-led lectures, skill application workshops, case studies and presentations that all help to convert the knowledge and skills gained by the participants into daily habits at work.

The three-month program aims to equip participants with a structured approach to credit assessment, understand the borrower's credit need and conduct a detailed business risk analysis and equip learners with fundamental skills in preparing and presenting a credit application to their Credit Committees with the aim of obtaining their buy-in.

At the commencement of the program, Ms. Rana A. Al-Nibari, the Director General of the Kuwait Institute of Banking Studies (KIBS), extended a warm welcome to the participants and wished them success and prosperity in all their future endeavors. Eng. Suha Isaac, the Head of Training Department, welcomed the participants and highlighted the importance of the program for both the participants and their respective organizations. Moody’s supervisors addressed the attendees and illustrated how the program will enhance the participants' skills and refine their experience through its various components and topics, particularly the practical applications.

KIBS is committed to making diligent efforts to develop the skills of national competencies. Its offerings have evolved to encompass a wide range of programs and services such as professional certification, executive development, training and development in various fields, assessments and tests, English language training, e-learning and publications on business and finance research. KIBS positions itself as a solutions provider, aiding clients in staff development to drive business growth. Additionally, the Institute has established a network of distinguished international and regional faculty members who possess both academic qualifications and practical experience. KIBS has also formed global partnerships with top-tier professional institutions to foster long-term cooperation