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08 September, 2024
The Debt Market and Derivatives Forum (DMDF) 2024 has wrapped up, as its panel discussions and workshops, led by finance local and regional experts and professionals, delivered multiple outcomes. The conclusions mostly focused on developing the Kingdom’s capital markets and spurring more foreign investments into Saudi market, which aims to attain a high rank on world’s leading indices. The Forum, organized yesterday in Riyadh by the Financial Academy (FA) in partnership with Saudi Tadawul Group, featured numerous technical workshops on debt market and derivatives that were conducted by industry experts, professionals and CEOs. Deepening Market Liquidity: Building Resilient Bond Markets, a workshop delivered by Andy Hill, Managing Director of International Capital Market Association (ICMA), was particularly valuable. In a similar vein, Abdullelah Alqahtani, Domestic Debt and Structured Product Listing Team Leader at Saudi Tadawul, led a workshop on Debt Instruments and Their Effective Role in Corporate Finance that also addressed benefits and risks associated by debt instruments, and reviewed practical cases of issuing debt instruments in the Saudi market. Likewise, Erik Bertrand, CME Group, gave an overview on traded derivatives (fundamentals, requirements and benefits), explaining how to utilize these tools, and the potential benefits of using them in investment and hedging strategies. Finally, Rob Langrick, Chief Product Advocate, CFA Institute, conducted a workshop on debt markets, derivatives, and the role of the CFA Program. He highlighted key concepts and practical applications in debt markets and derivatives. Langrick also pointed out how professionals can leverage the CFA program to enhance their knowledge and skills. The DMDF, which attracted local and regional stakeholders, was held under the theme of “Unlocking Growth Opportunities” and covered significant finance topics such as Inside KSA’s Debt Capital Market, Derivatives Market Development in the Middle East, and Debt Capital Market Development: Local and Global Trends. Thanks to the Forum’s panel sessions, participants managed to explore promising opportunities in bond and sukuk market, key emerging potentials for stimulating growth and new insights into futures markets, which would more effectively enhance decision-making and risk management in local and regional finance industry in the future. The speakers recognized the boom experienced by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s debt and derivatives market thanks to developing multiple vital roles that helped diversify finance resources and boost liquidity, which will pick up local and regional capital markets’ appetite to finance of huge projects, including those of infrastructure and energy. In addition, using derivatives as tools for risk management will witness an expansion, futures and options will have larger role in Saudi markets, and foreign investment inflows will further increase because of the improved regulatory environment and the global investors’ growing confidence. The Financial Academy, through the Forum, worked with different partners to raise awareness and exchange expertise on various issues such as the new financial instruments, risk management, promoting transparency in markets, and strengthening the Kingdom’s status as a leading regional and global investment destination. In doing so, the FA cooperated with respected local and international entities like Saudi Tadawul Group, Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME), and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute. The academy seeks to develop and support national talents by offering training programs and professional certificates that cope with the emerging needs of finance industry.
10 September, 2024
The Financial Academy (FA) has revealed the date for the third edition of its annual forum. According to the leading financial education and training institution, the Financial Academy Forum 2024 (FAF 2024) will be happening on October 9th, under the patronage of H.E. Mr. Mohammed bin Abdullah Elkuwaiz, Chairman of the Capital Market Authority (CMA) and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Financial Academy. The event is inspired by the FA’s strategies and initiatives aimed at enabling the Saudi financial sector to develop, thrive and prosper. Held under the theme “Sustainable Talent Growth,” the Forum covers numerous key topics relevant to its message of “Fostering Institutional Excellence Through Training and Development (T&D) Best Practices in Modern Era”. Thus, the panel discussions address issues such as Leadership in the Age of Technology and Innovation; Thriving through Rapid Changes: Building a Culture of Continuous Learning; AI as a Tool for Improving Employee Experience and Boosting Productivity in Modern Workplaces; and the Role of T&D and Talent Development in Navigating Sustainability. The FAF 2024, due to take place at King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) in Riyadh, aims to empower leaders to leverage technology and drive innovation, integrate continuous learning into employee’s career journey, enhance training effectiveness using AI-driven evaluations and continuous improvement, and foster sustainability through T&D. Serving as an annual, vibrant platform for finance industry decision makers, the Forum attracts senior government officials, heads of authorities and institutions, CEOs, as well as distinguished researchers, academics, experts and professionals in finance and investment areas. They gather to explore new methods and techniques for improving the financial sector human capital’s capabilities and skills in alignment with the sector’s future needs. Learn more about the FAF 2024 agenda and register for the event via the Forum website: Here
03 September, 2024
The Financial Academy (FA) has celebrated the graduation of 31 Saudi innovators, including young men and women, during the closing ceremony of the “Fintech Bootcamp 2024” in Riyadh. The camp was organized in cooperation with FintechSaudi and the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (monsha’at). It’s designed to qualify national professional cadres in the fintech industry, which is aligned with the Financial Sector Development Program (FSDP), one of Vision 2030 targets. Mr. Mana bin Mohammed AlKhamsan, CEO of the Financial Academy, commented that the six-week intensive bootcamp, throughout 150 hours of education, created an optimally motivating environment for preparing and developing the next generation of the Kingdom’s fintech pioneers. He explained that it presented the Saudi ambitious young people with the opportunity to explore the realms of data analysis, the fintech emerging technologies and the artificial intelligence (AI). The program, he noted, empowered the participants to develop projects and prototypes. “The Fintech Bootcamp is one of the key initiatives spearheaded by the FA in order to support finance and technology sectors and contribute to the advancement of the national economy. So, the Academy, through such activities, seeks to develop national talents in the field of financial technology by providing an ecosystem that is favorable for building innovations under supervision of a selection of professional fintech trainers, mentors and experts,” AlKhamsan said. He asserted that the FA will continue to commit to developing the capabilities of finance human capital by devoting its physical and human resources to this end, and launching effective initiatives that support the achievement of the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. “As we pursue our goal of making the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia a leading fintech hub, we strive to nurture and develop the national young talents with a view to enhancing the digital economy and fostering the cultures of innovation and entrepreneurship,” he concluded. The Financial Academy is an independent legal and administrative entity that is organizationally located under the Chairman of the Board of the Capital Market Authority. The Academy seeks to qualify the financial sector’s human resources by advancing the knowledge, capabilities, skills and culture of its staff, including senior managers and board members. The FA also develops and promotes best professional financial practices, targeting all segments of the financial sector such as banking, finance, insurance and capital market.
21 August, 2024
- The Financial Academy (FA) has announced that it will host in September the “Debt Markets and Derivatives Forum 2024” under the auspices of H.E. Mr. Mohammed Elkuwaiz, Chairman of the Capital Market Authority (CMA) and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Financial Academy. The event - inspired by the FA’s strategy and initiatives designed to enable the Saudi financial sector to develop, advance and prosper - will be attended by sector leaders, finance experts and securities professionals. Mr. Mana bin Mohammed AlKhamsan, the CEO of the Financial Academy, commented that the Forum is an outcome of the Academy’s strategy, which aims to build a diverse portfolio of innovative solutions that align with industry trends and enhance the employability of human capital. These solutions, he added, should upgrade capacities and internal tools to support the strategic direction, spread the culture of continuous learning and excellence and ensure financial sustainability. “The Forum will be held in Riyadh on Sunday, September 8, 2024, and will include a series of panel sessions and side workshops featuring financial sector leaders and regional and international industry experts. It will explore the latest economic developments as well as the shifts in local, regional and global investment strategies.” “The Forum will also serve as a platform for engaging with thought leaders and policymakers to exchange ideas and insights on shaping the future of capital markets. Additionally, the event provides an opportunity to connect with industry professionals from around the globe to build valuable relationships and collaborative opportunities,” said AlKhamsan. The “ Debt Markets and Derivatives Forum 2024” taking place under the theme of “Unlocking Growth Opportunities,” discusses several significant topics such as Inside KSA’s Debt Capital Market, Derivatives Market Development in the Middle East, and Debt Capital Market Development: Local and Global Trends. Moreover, a number of workshops focusing on debt markets and derivatives topics will be held on the sidelines of the forum. One of these workshops will provide a deep insight into the concept of debt as a corporate financing tool, and how it is issued and used to attract capital. Another one will give full information on traded derivatives, including futures & options in regulated markets, in addition to shedding light on capital debt markets and derivatives. A third workshop will be centered on the role of Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) programs in qualifying financial analysis professionals. For those interested to attend the workshops, please click on this link for registration Debt Markets and Derivatives Forum 2024 (fa.gov.sa) .
03 July, 2024
The Financial Academy (FA) has launched the “Fintech Bootcamp 2024” in collaboration with FintechSaudi and the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (monsha’at). A total of 30 Saudi innovators, including young men and women, are participating in the unique financial technology experience. The camp is intended to contribute to building national specialized cadres in the field, leading eventually to making the Kingdom a fintech hub, in alignment with Vision 2030’s Financial Sector Development Program (FSDP). The bootcamp provides a motivating environment where the next generation of the Kingdom’s fintech pioneers can be qualified. It offers the Saudi youth an opportunity to immerse themselves in a six-week training to explore the realms of data analysis and emerging technologies in fintech and artificial intelligence (AI). The boocamp will enable the participants to develop projects and prototypes as well. “The bootcamp is one of the key initiatives spearheaded by the Financial Academy to support the financial and technology sectors and contribute to the advancement of the national economy. So, the FA, through such activities, develops national talents in the field of financial technology by providing an ecosystem that is favorable for building innovations under supervision of a selection of professional trainers, mentors and experts,” remarked Mr. Mana bin Mohammad AlKhamsan, CEO of the Financial Academy. He explained that the camp covers a wide range of topics such as design thinking, data analysis, emerging financial technology, artificial intelligence (AI), agile management, data analytics and insight-driven decision making, data visualization, storytelling using financial technology and emerging technologies, the AI, the AI-supported growth, automation optimization, leading the digital transformation as well as pitching and presentation skills. “The bootcamp will progress through various stages, including selection, onboarding, team formation, the training bootcamp, the hackathon, until it culminates on the Demo Day,” AlKhamsan added. The Financial Academy is an independent legal and administrative entity that is organizationally located under the Chairman of the Board of the Capital Market Authority. The Academy seeks to qualify the financial sector’s human resources by advancing the knowledge, capabilities, skills and culture of its staff, including senior managers and board members. The FA also develops and promotes best professional financial practices, targeting all segments of the financial sector such as banking, finance, insurance and capital market.
09 June, 2024
Mr. Mana bin Mohamad Al-Khamsan, CEO of the Financial Academy (FA), said that the finance training market is forecast to hit SR1 billion by the year 2026, while target audience for professional training and certificates is set to grow to 132,000, citing a relevant study that was conducted in 2023.Al-Khamsan made the statements during an interview with Harvard Business Review magazine. "The skills required by labor market are dramatically and rapidly changing, especially when it comes to the financial sector, which necessitates qualifying more human capital in order to close the skill gap," he noted.The World Economic Forum estimated that AI will replace 85 million jobs across the globe by 2025, stated Al-Khamsan, indicating that half of current employees need to develop new skills. Hence, he urged organizations to take serious and practical steps to invest in their employees and redesign jobs to be more adaptable to change.Highlighting the Financial Academy's role in supporting KSA's financial sector's directions and developing the capabilities of human cadres, Al-Khamsan said that the FA efforts are driven by an ambitious strategy that is based on four main pillars: The Academy's subject-matter expertise, analyzing the needs within industry, keeping up with the renewed strategies of FA's stakeholder partners, and analyzing the emerging trends in human capital development area.The CEO further explained that the Academy's strategy aims to build a diverse portfolio of training programs and professional certificates that aligns with the financial sector's targets."It is designed to enhance human capital readiness for job roles, upgrade the organizations' internal capabilities and tools to support their strategic direction, promote the culture of excellence and continuous learning, and guarantee financial sustainability.""Additionally, the FA is committed to advancing cooperation with its strategic partners in Capital Market Authority (CMA), Saudi Central Bank (SAMA), Insurance Authority (IA), as well as its clients and partners in the financial sectors, with a view to strengthening ties with stakeholders, understanding their needs and bringing up innovative solutions that would help improve human competencies and talents."Al-Khamsan added that the FA results for the year 2023 showed significant growth of indices, including those of training programs, beneficiaries and certificates, with some surging 200 percent."The number of training programs grew over 1700; trainees exceeded 37,000; examinees surpassed 31,000; while professional certificates reached 43. These figures are just the initial outcome of a new vision that the FA started to adopt at the beginning of the current year (2024). This vision aspires to make our Academy the number-one option for all finance industry stakeholders seeking to improve and advance the capabilities of their human capital."Speaking on the Financial Academy's new initiatives aiming to boost the development of financial sector's human resources, the CEO disclosed that the FA launched specialized centers covering all industry subsectors. "Each sector is tasked with analyzing a specific sector's professional needs and pitching the proper training solutions accordingly. Two centers for online and leader and board-member training were initiated as well."Al-Khamsan concluded that the Academy will continue to offer specialized programs and international professional certificates at subsidized costs and expand the scope of its support by providing the financial sector with expert studies and reports that focus on the development of human capabilities.
19 May, 2024
The Financial Academy (FA) and Bank AlJazira inked a cooperation agreement to enhance joint cooperation on different areas. The deal focuses on developing human capital capabilities, implementing training programs and workshops, conducting research studies, and collaborating to execute initiatives that help achieve the goals of the Financial Sector Development Program (FSDP) – a key components of the Kingdom's Vision 2030.The agreement was signed by Mr. Mana bin Mohammad AlKhamsan, CEO of the FA, and Mr. Faisal bin Mashour Al-Mansour, Head of the Human Capital and Corporate Support Group at Bank AlJazira.Mr. AlKhamsan commented that the partnership is inspired by the Academy's strategy aiming to develop and advance the capabilities of the financial sector employees."As per the agreement, the FA will deliver workshops and training programs tailored to Bank AlJazira's staff, in addition to seminars, workshops and open sessions for the public. Moreover, the Academy will promote the employees' technical competencies related to the bank's areas of operation, and provide reports and reference research to be used in training workshops and programs," he explained.The Financial Academy is an independent legal and administrative entity that is organizationally located under the Chairman of the Board of the Capital Market Authority. The Academy seeks to qualify the financial sector’s human resources by advancing the knowledge, capabilities, skills and culture of its staff, including senior managers and board members. The FA also develops and promotes best professional financial practices, targeting all segments of the financial sector such as banking,finance, insurance and capital market
17 May, 2024
Mr. Mana AlKhamsan, CEO of the Financial Academy (FA), participated in the Arab Forum of Anti-Corruption Agencies and Financial Intelligence Units, giving a keynote address. The event was held in Riyadh under auspices of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.In a speech entitled "Improving the Financial Sector Staff's Capabilities to Combat Financial Crimes and Corruption," AlKhamsan stated that the launch of KSA's Vision 2030 has marked the beginning of the Kingdom's real rise to the ranks of global advanced nations, since it included ambitious plans as well as economic, social and development programs."Among these essential components is the Financial Sector Development Program (FSDP) which focuses on strengthening the capacities of the financial sector's human resources, culminating in launching the Financial Academy in 2020 as a powerhouse for developing financial knowledge, skills and expertise," noted AlKhamsan."In doing so, the FA provides a wide range of innovative and effective activities, solutions and technologies that would boost the professional development of the financial sector's employees and support the collective efforts aiming to achieve human capital sustainable development."He explained that the Academy, being a leading institution specializing in professional financial training, is fully aware of the dangers of financial crimes and their negative effects on societies and economies."Since the FA believes in the significance of its role with regard to qualifying human resources in the areas of Compliance, Financial Crimes Prevention (FCP), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT), it designed a package of specialized training programs and professional certificates, and organized several gatherings and awareness seminars that center on these issues," he added.AlKhamsan revealed that a total of 545 programs were carried out, benefiting about 9,000 trainees working in sectors of banking, financing, insurance and securities, in addition to governmental stakeholders. "Recognizing the importance of specialized professional certificates in advancing the competencies of human resources in different sectors, the FA provided a variety of the most prestigious certifications in partnership with internationally-renowned associations and institutions, most prominently the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS) and the International Compliance Association (ICA). More than 2,500 male and female practitioners obtained these certificates until now."The CEO concluded that the Financial Academy is committed, in compliance with its strategy, to continuously delivering the best training programs and professional certificates in the fields of combating financial crimes, money laundering and financing terrorism through strengthening its global partnerships in these areas. He finally wished success for the forum.
15 May, 2024
The Financial Academy (FA) is taking part in the Arab Forum of Anti-Corruption Agencies and Financial Intelligence Units, held May 15 - 16 in Riyadh, under auspices of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The FA's participation is intended to showcase its products and highlight its role in strengthening anti-fraud and anti-money laundering (AML) capabilities.The Academy's CEO, Mr. Mana AlKhamsan, delivers a keynote speech entitled "Improving the Financial Sector Staff's Capabilities to Combat Financial Crimes and Corruption."The gathering, hosted by the Presidency of State Security and the Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha), addresses major issues related to anti-corruption and financial intelligence units' activities. It brings together 600 experts and 75 speakers from KSA and all over the globe. International organizations, governmental and academic entities, and financial institutions are featuring in the event as well.The Financial Academy is an independent legal and administrative entity that is organizationally located under the Chairman of the Board of the Capital Market Authority. The Academy seeks to qualify the financial sector’s human resources by advancing the knowledge, capabilities, skills and culture of its staff, including senior managers and board members. The FA also develops and promotes best professional financial practices, targeting all segments of the financial sector such as banking, finance, insurance and capital market
21 April, 2024
The Financial Academy (FA) concluded Saturday, April 20, the second edition of the Future Financial Leadership Program (FFLP) 2024. A Riyadh ceremony to mark the event was attended by Ms. Mai Bint Mohammed Al-Hoshan, a Member of FA Board of Trustees, as well as numerous KSA financial sector leaders and experts.The edition culminated in the graduation of 25 financial sector executives, who completed a first-of-its-kind program in the Kingdom. The activity included a 4-month scientific and training journey carried out in collaboration with international partners and 17 experts."The FFLP was intended to activate and enrich the professional journey of the financial sector's leading executives by preparing them for tomorrow’s challenges and enabling them to forecast future outcomes and ward off potential risks in business environment," stated Mr. Mana bin Mohammed Al-Khamsan, CEO of the Financial Academy, adding that the program sought to help those leaders visualize the optimal conditions for an organization’s sustainability and business prosperity.Al-Khamsan explained that the FFLP was designed to have a unique approach of themes, using various innovative methods and tools, which is compatible with the goals of the Financial Sector Development Program (FSDP) – one of Kingdom's Vision 2030 initiatives.“The Program is a continuation of the efforts seeking to develop future leaders for the financial sector in partnership with global top-notch houses of expertise and with the participation of the best experts in the field.”The CEO elaborated that the Future Financial Leadership Program is comprised of four modules: Envisioning the Future, Leading the Future, Building and Participation, and Transformation and Delivering the Future. It includes nine days of training, he noted, as well as four one-on-one coaching sessions for each participant, while four sessions will be allocated for the captivating experiences. "A special focus is placed on the rapid developments in the financial sector, and how to envision and lead the future with a view to building and participating in mapping out a vision for transformation and delivering the future. Besides, professional guidance will be provided, while expert best practices and experiences as well as success stories in the financial sector will be highlighted."The FFLP is a reflection of the Financial Academy's strategy designed to build a diverse portfolio of training programs and professional certificates that support the financial sector's directions, especially in terms of improving the human cadres' preparedness for job roles. Additionally, the strategy is aimed to strengthen ties with stakeholders by promoting innovative solutions that enhance the financial sector excellence and growth; improving capabilities and internal tools to support the industry strategic directions; spreading a culture of excellence and continuous learning; and ensuring financial sustainability.
27 February, 2024
The Financial Academy (FA) has received full institutional accreditation from the Education and Training Evaluation Commission (ETEC), represented by National Center for Training Evaluation and Accreditation (MASAR). The 3-year accreditation is valid from January 2024 through January 2027.The achievement was notched up thanks to the Academy's completion of all requirements and standards of full institutional accreditation, which is granted to training facilities that fulfilled the approved conditions and criteria for a specific period of time. Plus, an accredited facility's adherence to these criteria is regularly monitored throughout accreditation cycle in accordance with standard Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).Mr. Mana Alkhamsan, the CEO of the Financial Academy, dubbed the accreditation as an outcome of the institutional work culture adopted by the FA in all of its activities. "The Financial Academy is guided by a strategic vision that aims to achieve integrated internal quality systems and processes, promote the provision of innovative training solutions for different clients, encourage sustainability experiences, plans and application, and align with orientations of the Financial Sector Development Program (FSDP), which is one of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 programs," he noted.The FA recently launched its New Strategy for 2024-2026 to upgrade the capabilities of the financial industry's human capital. It is designed to build a diverse portfolio of training programs and professional certificates that cope with aspirations of the financial sector and well prepare human cadres for job roles. Additionally, the Strategy is aimed to strengthen ties with stakeholders by promoting innovative solutions that would enhance the financial sector excellence, improving capabilities and internal tools to support the industry strategic directions, spreading a culture of excellence and continuous learning and ensuring financial sustainability.
18 February, 2024
The “Open Banking Hackathon 2024” activities concluded today, Sunday, in the capital, Riyadh, under the auspices of His Excellency Chairman of the Board of the Capital Market Authority (CMA), Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Financial Academy (FA), Mr. Muhammad bin Abdullah Elkuwaiz, with the presence of a number of leaders and experts of the financial sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.During the closing ceremony, the projects submitted by 30 creative men and women from the Kingdom were reviewed and the winning team in the “Open Banking Hackathon 2024” competition was announced.On this occasion, H.E. Mr. Elkuwaiz explained that the data sector today has great importance in the world of finance and business, to the extent that it is no less than the importance of the financial services sector, but perhaps more than it, due to the nature of data in terms of added value and impact on the economy, in addition to the great competitive advantage it has in creativity, innovation, and provision of financial services that the financial sector has never witnessed before. Mr. Elkuwaiz stated that, over the past years, the Kingdom began to expand investments and innovations in the technology sector, until in 2023 it became at the forefront of countries in the Middle East and North Africa in venture capital investments, most of which are focused in the Fintech sector due to the competitive advantage technology has in this field. He indicated that this represents a promising opportunity for the financial sector and its workers to create new products and services.Elkuwaiz added that the market value of training in the financial sector will rise from 750 million riyals to exceed 1 billion riyals in the year 2026, and that this increase will be in the areas of creativity and innovation in technology. He noted that open banking is witnessing new training and qualification requirements today, so that the Financial Academy called for the Open Banking Hackathon with the participation of 30 young men and women to compete to develop new business models and provide innovative financial products and services.“Allow me to extend my gratitude and thanks to all entrepreneurs who made the financial sector vibrant today, just as electricity made the industrial sector vibrant 200 years ago.” Elkuwaiz concluded his statement.On his part, the CEO of the Financial Academy, Mr. Mana Al-Khamsan, explained that the Open Banking Hackathon, whose distinguished outcomes we are celebrating today, is the first qualitative innovative initiative presented by the Financial Academy. It is also considered a knowledge acquisition and professional development that keeps pace with the future and its challenges, and an exceptional practical experience in the world of Fintech, in order build national cadres specialized in future technologies, aiming at making the Kingdom a global center for Fintech in line with the Financial Sector Development Program (FSDP) of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.He stated that the Financial Academy’s aim in holding this Hackathon was to learn about the basics of open finance with a focus on open banking services, understand the technological infrastructure behind open banking systems, analyze the regulatory framework and compliance requirements. The FA also aimed at studying the impact of open banking services on financial institutions and consumers, and evaluating potential benefits and risks associated with open banking services, as well as developing practical skills for implementing open banking solutions.Al-Khamsan clarified that the Hackathon targeted professionals in the banking and financial services sector, and professionals from Fintech companies in Saudi Arabia, in addition to software developers, who have two years or more experience in financial services, Fintech, or software development. He pointed out that the participants received intensive qualitative training and professional and career guidance from professional experts, in addition to a certificate from the Financial Academy and accredited international bodies (Silicon Valley Innovation Center, LAU, Ozone API).It is noteworthy that the Financial Academy harnesses all its material and human capabilities to provide a set of high-level initiatives and products that contribute to achieving the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, and developing the financial sector according to an integrated and comprehensive future strategy. It also provides advanced products and skills, and promotes innovation in the field of financial services to the highest international levels.
14 February, 2024
Financial Academy, SNB Capital Sign MoU to Train Clients and Raise Investor AwarenessThe Financial Academy (FA) and SNB Capital Company (Alahli Capital) inked today a training and research Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to build up financial and investment awareness. The agreement aims to enable SNB Capital clients to access experts, professionals and training materials that could enhance their investment-related decision-making skills and give them deeper insight into capital market products and tools.The MoU was signed by Mr. Mana bin Mohammad Alkhamsan, Financial Academy CEO, and Mr. Rashed Sharif, CEO of SNB Capital.Alkhamsan stated that the agreement has been inspired by the FA leading role of developing and improving the capabilities of the financial sector’s human capital.“As per the MoU, tailored workshops and training sessions will be offered to SNB Capital’s clients. There will be seminars, workshops and activities for the public as well. The Academy will also provide SNB Capital with reports and research, and carry out joint activities to raise the clients’ awareness of financial issues and products.”On his part, Sharif commented that the partnership is driven by SNB commitment to step up investor awareness.“We seek to develop capabilities and potentials, as well as promote and implant financial literacy and awareness in society, which would eventually result in full understanding of capital market products, services and tools. Accordingly, investors would be able to take informed decisions.”About the FAThe Financial Academy is an independent legal and administrative entity that is organizationally linked to the Chairman of the Board of the Capital Market Authority. The Academy seeks to qualify the financial sector’s human resources by advancing the knowledge, capabilities, skills and culture of its employees, including senior managers and BoD members in the sector’s institutions. The FA also develops and promotes best professional financial practices, targeting all sub-sectors of the financial sector including banking, finance, insurance, and the capital market.About SNB Capital CompanySNB Capital Company, a licensed entity by Capital Market Authority (CMA), is a leading regional financial institution with deep industry expertise across five business lines: Asset Management, Wealth Management, Securities, Investment Banking, and Principal Investment. SNB Capital is the largest asset manager in Saudi Arabia with SAR 246.19 billion of assets under management as of December 2023.
04 February, 2024
Thirty Innovators Explore Solutions to Support KSA Financial Sector as Financial Academy Launches OB Hackathon Mr. Mohamad Mana Alkhamsan, CEO of the Financial Academy (FA), launched today the 2024 Open Banking (OB) Hackathon that involves 30 Saudi innovative young men and women. The Hackathon, an exceptional hands-on experience in fintech area, serves as part of the ongoing efforts aiming to build highly qualified national capabilities specialized in future technologies, which would eventually lead to turning the Kingdom into a fintech hub, in alignment with the Financial Sector Development Program (FSDP) of Vision 2030. Alkhamsan stated that the Hackathon empowers the participants with knowledge acquisition and professional development that keep pace with the future and its challenges. “It is particularly centered on OB services, its technologies, and how to innovate market-influencing financial applications leveraging a virtual environment based on OB services criteria in Saudi Arabia.” The CEO of the FA explained that the Hackathon provides an opportunity to identify the basics of open finance, especially with regard to the OB services, understand technological infrastructure of OB services, and analyze their regulatory framework and compliance requirements. It also aims, Alkhamsan added, to study the impact of OB services on the financial institutions and consumers, assess relevant benefits and risks and develop practical skills necessary to implement solutions for OB services. Concerning the OB Hackathon themes, Alkhamsan commented that it covers a wide range of areas including Carbon Footprint Calculator, Credit Scoring, Financial Literacy, Islamic Finance, Smart Digital Wallet and Small & Medium Enterprise (SME) Financing. “The Hackathon targets professionals in banking, finance and fintech sectors in the Kingdom, as well as software developers with at least two-year experience in these fields.” He indicated that participants would receive intensive qualitative training, expert professional guidance, a certificate from the Financial Academy, in addition to certifications from global certified entities Silicon Valley Innovation Center, Lebanese American University (LAU), Ozone API. The initiative is an outcome of the FA’s new strategy that seeks to build a diverse portfolio of innovative solutions that are compatible with the financial sector’s plans, enhance the readiness of human resources for job roles and strengthen ties with stakeholders. These goals are achieved through promoting initiatives and programs that support the sector excellence, improving internal capabilities and tools to support the strategic direction, spreading a culture of excellence and continuous learning and ensuring financial sustainability. It is noteworthy that the Financial Academy is an independent legal and administrative entity that is organizationally linked to the Chairman of the Board of the Capital Market Authority. The FA aims to qualifying, developing and enhancing human resources in the financial sector, by developing the knowledge, capabilities, skills and culture of its employees, including managerial leaders and members of the Board of Directors in the sector’s establishments. It also contributes to the development and promotion of best professional practices related to the sector, targeting all sub-sectors in the financial sector, i.e. banking, finance, insurance, and the financial market.
31 January, 2024
Today, the Financial Academy (FA) launched its new strategy for the years 2024-2026, in an introductory meeting attended by a number of human capital, academies, and training and development leaders operating in the financial sector. This new strategy aims to develop human capabilities through providing training programs, certificates, and innovative solutions specifically designed to meet the changing needs of the financial sector. In this introductory meeting, the strategy reviewed the most prominent results of the study of the reality of training in the financial sector, as the size of the training market in the financial sector is expected to grow to about one billion riyals by 2026, and the target audience for training and professional certificates in the sector is anticipated to grow to 132 thousand professisonals, while the strategy aims to qualify more than 37 thousand of the financial sector’s employees. The CEO of the Financial Academy, Mr. Mana Al-Khamsan, explained that the new strategy aims to build a diverse portfolio of training programs and professional certificates that are compatible with the financial sector’s trends, enhance the readiness of human resources for job roles, and also work to improve internal capabilities and tools to support the strategic direction and spread a culture of excellence, continuous learning and ensuring financial sustainability. Al-Khamsan stated that the FA has been keen in this project since its inception to activate the role of partnership with its financial institution partners in the financial sector, in order to strengthen relations with stakeholders, understand their needs, and encourage innovative solutions that contribute to developing human competencies and enhancing their skills. The CEO pointed out that this strategy is consistent with the requirements of the financial sector and the growth witnessed by the Kingdom, and its formulation is based on four main pillars that constitute the general landscape of the field of training and specialized professional certificates. These pillars are the expertise of the Financial Academy, analysis of professional needs within the financial sector, consideration of renewable strategies of our stakeholders, and finally analysis of emerging trends in the field of human capital development. He clarified that the Academy has taken important steps to support the progress of the financial sector in the Kingdom, by establishing special centers for each of the sub-sectors in the financial sector. Each center is concerned with analyzing the professional needs and providing appropriate training and development solutions for each sector. A specialized center for electronic training and a training center for leaders and board members have also been established. Al-Khamsan stressed that the Academy was keen to further activate the role of financial institutions in the financial sector, as it formed an advisory committee from the banking sector, represented by a number of experts and specialists from bank employees, concerned with the assessment of the training and development solutions provided to professionals in the banking sector. As this year commenced, after gaining invaluable experience, the FA initiated formation of advisory committees for other sectors. He emphasized that the Academy, with the support of the Saudi Central Bank and the Capital Market Authority (CMA), continues to provide support for the costs of specialized programs and international professional certificates, in addition to expanding the scope of support, including providing the financial sector with specialized studies and reports in the field of human capacity development. It is noteworthy that the Financial Academy is an independent legal and administrative entity that is organizationally linked to the Chairman of the Board of the Capital Market Authority. The FA aims to qualifying, developing and enhancing human resources in the financial sector, by developing the knowledge, catpabilities, skills and culture of its employees, including managerial leaders and members of the Board of Directors in the sector’s establishments. It also contributes to the development and promotion of best professional practices related to the sector, targeting all sub-sectors in the financial sector, i.e. banking, finance, insurance, and the financial market.
21 March, 2021
The Financial Academy has completed the preparations for organizing the Economic Growth Forum (EGF) via media to discuss the development of the insurance sector in Saudi Arabia. The virtual forum will be launched this afternoon at 1 p.m. on 23 March 2021.CEOs and insurance specialists will be attended, and leaders in the government sector will highlight the Saudi Central Bank's pivotal role in achieving sustainable growth and the data role in the insurance sector.This meeting will discuss Corona Pandemic and its effects on insurance companies, as well as the challenges that face the Insurance sector in general and health insurance in particular.The General Director of Insurance Control Mr. Abdullah bin Ahmad Al-twijri, and the Secretary General of the Council of Health Insurance Dr. Shabab bin Saad Al-ghamdi will participate in the forum. The dialogue will be moderated by the media spokesman of the insurance sector and the Chairman of the Insurance Information and Awareness Committee Mr. Adel bin Abdulaziz Al-eissa.
20 April, 2021
In cooperation with the Customer Protection Department of the Central Bank, the Academy released the English edition of (Retail Banking Foundations – Second Edition, Certificate).The Academy ensures its role in developing professional certificates to elevate the workforce to keep up with the primary professional practices in the financial sector.
20 April, 2021
The Director General of the Financial Academy, Mr. Mane Al-Khamsan signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Institute of Public Administration, represented by Deputy Director General Mr. Badr Alharbi, under the patronage of His Excellency the Director General Dr. Bandar bin Asad Alsajan.This Memorandum of Understanding aims to strengthen professional relationships in the training field and develop leadership skills. It also aims to cooperate in the establishment of conferences, seminars, joint workshops, and mutual use of halls and facilities. In addition to carrying out joint activities in the field of public administration, the two sides need to exchange information, opinions, ideas, experiences, and knowledge in order to realize the Kingdom's 2030 vision.
19 June, 2021
Today, the Financial Academy began receiving testers in the city of Tabuk, where it coordinated with various stakeholders to provide professional tests during the period from 20 to 24 June 2021 AD.This comes within the financial academy’s plan to enhance its geographical presence in various regions of the Kingdom, as it works to provide its professional exams periodically and systematically in various cities in the north of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in addition to its permanent testing centers in (Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Abha).
19 July, 2021
In cooperation with the Finance Companies Control Management of the Central Bank, the Financial Academy has introduced a professional certificate (Compliance for Financing Companies Sector). This certification is a measurement tool that verifies the minimum skill requirements of compliance personnel and is mandatory for compliance officers of finance companies.CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
30 September, 2021
The (ISO) has awarded The Financial Academy two ISO awards 9001 and 10002, for Quality Management, including a strong customer focus, the motivation and implication of top management, the process approach, and continual approval, to meet all the requirements to ensure customers receive the best service possible in the financial sector. The award has been handed to the General Director of the Academy Mr. Mane bin Muhammad Al-khmsan at the academy in Riyadh.Mr. Mane bin Muhammad Al-khamsan stressed that this award recognizes the significant contributions and superior performance of our team to the development of business and the achievements that are within the academy's strategies and plans to provide efficiency and the best services possible for the target group.His Excellency, the Director General of the Financial Academy, expressed his appreciation to the members of the Board of Trustees and the employees of the Academy, for this achievement, as it is a continuation of the Academy's policy of adopting the best international practices in line with the Kingdom's Vision 2030, to enhance the quality of services and develop competencies.
19 December, 2021
Based on the Financial Academy's role in developing the capabilities of employees working in the financial sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, The Financial Academy is pleased to announce the launch of the “Insurance Claims Officer Professional Certificate" Which aims to build the capacity of employees in the insurance Claims field, provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills, and inform them of examples and practical practices in this field. The Financial Academy, in cooperation with experts in the insurance sector and specialists at the Saudi Central Bank, worked on developing the learning material in line with the applicable practices in the insurance sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.For more information or to register in this exam please visit the exam page through:https://eservices.fa.gov.sa/Exams/Info/ec9a1940-6123-424f-9bc4-ade300f0e76e
05 January, 2022
In cooperation with The Financial Academy, the Ministry of Finance launched the second edition of the Budget Ambassadors Program yesterday, with the Chairman of the Steering Committee at the Ministry of Finance, Mr. Abdulaziz Al-Furaih. This program is one of the initiative projects that enable government entities to sustain financial performance. This program enabled government entities to develop over 150 financial specialists. Those specialists have been selected based on methodological criteria among over 450 candidates in 18 targeted government entities. It is worth mentioning that this program was launched after the success of the Ministry of Finance's first edition- program.The second edition of Budget Ambassadors is a competitive program. Where trainees go through three weeks of developing their skills in budget preparation and implementation and enhancing their technical and personal skills in The Financial Academy headquarter in Riyadh, and a week of on-the-job training in the Ministry of Finance. Afterward, there will be exams to examine trainees' performance. The best 50 trainees will be nominated for the Training of Trainers Program and will have a training session at the International Bank. They will be provided with the needed skills to lead change in their government entities. In addition, the Financial Skills Center, in the Ministry of Finance will provide a set of training packages that evolve their financial skills.
02 February, 2022
Based on the Financial Academy's role in developing the capabilities of employees working in the financial sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, The Financial Academy is pleased to announce the launch of the English versions of the Following Certificates:Professional Exam for Compliance Officer in the Insurance SectorCompliance for Financing Companies Sector Professional ExamWhich aims to build the capacity of employees in the financial sector, provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills, and inform them of examples and practical practices in the compliance field. The Financial Academy built the learning materials in cooperation with the Saudi Central Bank and experts in the financial sector.For more information or to register in Professional Exam for Compliance Officer in the Insurance Sector please visit the exam page through:Financial Academy | Professional Exam for Compliance Officer in the Insurance Sector (fa.gov.sa)For more information or to register in Compliance for Financing Companies Sector Professional Exam please visit the exam page through:Financial Academy | Compliance for Financing Companies Sector Professional Exam (fa.gov.sa)
30 March, 2022
The Financial Academy signed, Wednesday, March 30, 2022, a memorandum of understanding with the London Institute of Banking and Finance (LIBF), to provide a number of specialized training programs and high-quality professional certificates that meet the needs of the financial sector and enhance opportunities for continuous professional development, which will positively affect human cadres in the Saudi financial sector. The memorandum of understanding was signed at the Financial Academy Forum 2022 in the presence of the Director General of the Financial Academy, Mr. Mane bin Muhammad Al-Khamsan, and the Director General of the London Institute in the Middle East, North Africa, and the Arabian Gulf, Mr. Karim Rifai. This memorandum of understanding aims to enhance cooperation and integration between the two sides in the field of developing the capabilities of human cadres in the Saudi financial sector by providing specialized training programs and professional certificates of high quality, in line with the needs of this sector. The Director General of the Financial Academy also confirmed that signing this memorandum with the LIBF is part of the Financial Academy’s strategy to build local, regional, and international partnerships and alliances with the most prominent entities in the world, which would contribute to the development and improvement of human cadres in the financial sector.
30 March, 2022
The work of the first edition of the Financial Academy Forum 2022 kicked off in Riyadh, Wednesday, March 30, 2022, which is organized by the Financial Academy, under the patronage of His Excellency the Chairman of the Board of the Capital Market Authority, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Academy, Mohammad bin Abdullah Al-Quwaiz, and in the presence of His Excellency the Governor of the Saudi Central Bank, Dr. Fahd bin Abdullah Al-Mubarak, in addition to the participation of decision-makers and officials in financial and economic affairs.Mr. Muhammad bin Abdullah Al-Quwaiz, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Financial Academy and Chairman of the Capital Market Authority, delivered a speech in which he thanked and appreciated the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Highness the Crown Prince, may Allah preserve them, for the great and growing interest they provide to the Saudi financial sector.The Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Financial Academy and Chairman of the Capital Market Authority, Mohammad bin Abdullah Al-Quwaiz, delivered a speech in which he thanked and appreciated the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, may Allah preserve them, for the great and growing interest that they provide to the Saudi financial sector.His Excellency indicated that the forum represents a vital gathering that includes an elite group of working and interested parties in the financial sector locally, regionally, and internationally from the public and private sectors, including decision-makers in the financial sector and major financial institutions, with the participation of a selection of influential figures in the financial sector, experts and specialists in the development and development of human capabilities in the areas of finance, investment, banking, and insurance.Al-Quwaiz stressed that the Kingdom’s launch of Vision 2030 is a real breakthrough to be in the ranks of developed countries globally in a specific period of time, noting that the vision was planned according to global performance indicators for measurement and included broad plans, economic, social, and development programs to achieve a prosperous economy, a vibrant society, and an ambitious nation; to translate strategic objectives that enable effective implementation through vision realization programs, including the Financial Sector Development Program.His Excellency stated that the Financial Sector Development Program is one of the most important programs to achieve the Kingdom's Vision 2030 as the other programs are closely related to it and their success stems from its success. He stressed that the existence of a developed, modern, and comprehensive financial sector is the only way through which economic aspirations can be achieved to increase the size of the Saudi economy due to the amount of funding required for various projects and investments planned to be achieved under the vision, noting that the program aims to develop the financial sector into a diversified and effective sector that contributes to the development of the national economy by stimulating savings, financing, and investment.He also stressed the importance of developing the capabilities of human capabilities in the financial sector, which culminated in the establishment of the Financial Academy in 2020 as one of the initiatives of the Financial Sector Development Program, which supports the development of this sector through the development of knowledge, skills, and expertise of human capabilities in the sector. He stated that the academy has contributed since its establishment to training more than 17,000 male and female trainees, and they have benefited from more than 1,000 training and development programs; The academy has tested more than 119,000 in more than 32 final exams; 125 meetings and seminars were presented, benefiting more than one million participants, whether in the financial sector or outside it. Emphasizing that the Academy will continue to support the development and development of human capabilities.His Excellency stressed that the Financial Academy continues to develop the human capabilities by providing a set of innovative and effective activities, solutions and techniques to enhance the continuous professional development of the employees of this sector. In addition to strengthening relations with sector leaders and employees, and supporting collective efforts to achieve sustainable development of human capital in the financial sector, in order to achieve the objectives of Vision 2030.His Excellency said, "The opportunities for progress on the path of comprehensive development are based primarily on developing the capabilities of human capabilities, because investment in the workforce is the most important type of investment that contributes to providing human competencies capable of achieving organizational goals efficiently and effectively and creating competitiveness for organizations".He indicated that the holding of such a forum with the topics it discusses comes in the context of the great efforts made by the Financial Academy to contribute to the development of the financial sector to support the development of the national economy.At the end of his speech, Al-Quwaiz expressed that the forum would achieve its desired goals and be distinguished in its theses, come up with lessons to be learned from and positively reflected on the development of the financial sector, and achieve the aspirations of the wise leadership in light of the Kingdom's vision 2030.Moreover, His Excellency the Director General of the Financial Academy, Mr. Mana bin Mohammed Al-Khamsan, delivered a speech in which he welcomed the participants in the first edition of the Financial Academy Forum. Al Khamsan indicated that this forum, organized by the Financial Academy in its first edition under the patronage of His Excellency the Chairman of the Board of the Capital Market Authority and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Financial Academy, stems from its role in developing the human capabilities of cadres in the financial sector; stating that the convening of the forum came after the Council of Ministers issued a decision to establish the Financial Academy to become an independent legal entity. Although the Financial Academy's establishment coincided with the Corona pandemic and its repercussions, as the Academy has achieved many positive developments that have a tangible impact on all aspects of the major financial sectors. These achievements included preparing and developing a set of professional exams, developing many training programs that meet the needs of the financial sector, and concluding many agreements and partnerships with a number of the best local and international entities and centers. We also paid attention and cared for innovative technical solutions, so we launched the "Jadarat" platform and a distance-training platform.He stated that given the importance of developing the human capabilities in supporting the progress and prosperity of the financial sector in the Kingdom, the Financial Academy works within its strategies and initiatives to provide a set of innovative and effective activities, solutions, and techniques to enhance the continuous professional development of the financial sector. In addition to strengthening relations with sector leaders and workers, and supporting collective efforts to achieve sustainable development of human capital in the financial sector in order to achieve the objectives of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.Al-Khamsan also said that this forum is one of the main events held by the Academy during the current year to support the financial sector, which is witnessing great development leaps during the auspicious era of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz, may Allah protect him. The forum aims at exchanging local, regional, and international expertise and experience in the field of developing the capabilities of human cadres in the financial sector, empowering human resources leaders in the financial sector to foresee the future of work and to employ innovation and artificial intelligence in developing talents and capabilities. The forum is based on the exchange of experiences, knowledge, and experiences and a review of best practices to develop the capabilities of human cadres in the financial sector, with a strategic partnership by the Saudi Central Bank, the Capital Market Authority, the Financial Sector Development Program, and all sector institutions.He aded that over the three courses, the forum will discuss a number of topics for developing the capabilities of important financial human cadres through three main topics: the learning organization's culture and its role in the development of human capabilities; the importance of developing human cadre capabilities in the financial sector; and innovation in human capital development, with the participation of local and international experts.Al-khamsan explained that the Academy has named this forum the "Finance Academy Forum 2022," which confirms our intention to hold the forum annually to present and discuss all the latest developments, issues, and problems in human resources in the financial sector in cooperation with our local and international partners.He added that the forum represents one of the fruits of distinguished cooperation and partnership with the financial sector institutions. Therefore, in this regard, I would like to thank all the contributors to the forum, especially the strategic partners, which are the Saudi Central Bank, the Capital Market Authority, and the Financial Sector Development Program, for their great support for the success of this forum. Thanks are also extended to the rest of our partners who sponsor this forum.After that, the Entrepreneur Mentor at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Terence Mauri, gave a speech in which he addressed the culture of the learning organization and its role in developing human capabilities, noting the importance of learning in facilities and organizations, considering it at the present time the new oil.He indicated that learning contributes to innovation and provides many talents and skills that benefit organizations, including financial organizations and financial markets, noting that the learning aspect does not stop and urges the acquisition of new skills.He noted the importance of competitiveness in the field of learning, which contributes to finding new innovations and ideas that play an important role in the renaissance of the nations and the development of cities.Mauri stated that innovation and creativity in learning created many technical programs and digital initiatives and had a clear impact on the present society, which has become indispensable to humans in their daily lives.
11 August, 2022
The Financial Academy announced the start of registration in the " Future Financial Leaders" program, which is the first program of its kind in the Kingdom to foresee the financial future. As it is scheduled to be launched on October 1st, the program aims to prepare and develop future financial leaders in the Kingdom - in line with future trends, objectives of the Financial Sector Development Program, and the Kingdom's Vision 2030."The Future Financial Leaders program is one of the initiatives of the Financial Academy, through which it aims to contribute to the achievement of Saudi Vision 2030 and the objectives of the Financial Sector Development Program, through preparing and developing a group of competent leaders to promote the development of the sector in the future”, said Mr. Mana Al-Khamsan, the General Manager of the Financial Academy.“The program is the first of its kind in KSA as it foresees of the financial future, and adopts the four strategic pillars, namely the future, cooperation, transformation, and leadership dimensions.", he added.The program is aligned with the pillars of the Financial Sector Development Program within the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which include promoting the contribution of the private sector to the economy, the development of an advanced financial market, and the promotion and empowerment of financial planning.The pillars of the program focus on how to explore and anticipate the future financial landscape (the future dimension), how to adopt financially (transformation dimension), how to communicate and empower financial sector leaders (collaboration dimension), and how to empower the leaders of the future (the leadership dimension).The pillars of future leadership will contribute to how future financial leaders influence the nation and society and take the financial community to the next level, make driving change through others sustainable, as well as develop future leaders.The program - which brings the elite leaders in the financial sector - will focus on the rapid developments and alternative solutions for the financial sector until 2030, the most prominent trends and expectations related to digitization, financial technologies, banking services, as well as insurance and capital markets, how these trends affect Saudi Arabia, and how authorities and market actors can anticipate changes, reduce risk, and take advantage of opportunities.The program will be held in collaboration with four international partners, with the participation of 17 financial experts and consultants, and will last for 4 months, targeting leading managers and candidates for leadership positions in the financial sector. It will also include orientation sessions for each participant. It is held at various intervals and on weekends (contains 5 training days and 5 virtual seminars). The Financial Academy invited those wishing to register who meet the conditions to apply through the following link: Here
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