Manama: CFA Institute – Bahrain, the local association of CFA Institute, has partnered with the Supreme Council for Women (SCW) and SICO BSC (c), the region’s leading asset manager, broker and investment bank, to host the second Women’s We have started activities for The in Investment (WIM) program marks the launch of a flagship program focused on developing women in investment management.
This training will be conducted by Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF) as knowledge partner. 20 women will be selected to embark on an innovative learning journey combining engaging interactive workshops and insightful fireside sessions. This is a unique opportunity to connect with renowned industry experts and gain valuable insights from their extensive experience. To further support professional growth and advancement, program participants receive ongoing executive mentoring through Qodwa, the CFA Institute Mentorship Program, and participate by connecting with experienced industry professionals. empower people. The program facilitates the transfer of knowledge and guidance across various levels and fosters the professional growth of mentees.
This women-focused investment program is part of Bahrain’s national plan to empower women by strengthening their engagement and fostering a pipeline of female investment leaders. The program provides participants with comprehensive training opportunities focused on areas aligned to market demand, equipping women with experience, knowledge and skills to advance their professional development and develop new opportunities. Offers.
“Equipping Bahraini women with practical skills and training tailored to the needs of the future job market is one of the most important contributions we can make as responsible corporate citizens, and this has always been the case with SICO. It continues to be an important pillar of our corporate social responsibility program,” said Najira Al Shirawi, CEO of SICO. “As an equal opportunity organization, we are working for the second year with partners such as Bahrain CFA Institute and the Supreme Council of Women to work together to promote workforce diversity and foster a culture of women’s empowerment. I’m happy to be able to do it.”
Jiba Askar, Chair of the Women’s Inclusion Committee and President of CFA Institute Bahrain, said: “Building on our commitment to promoting excellence in the investment industry, we are working with our strategic partners, the Supreme Council of Women and SICO. We are pleased to begin the second project.” Round of Women’s Investment Program. The program empowers women to establish themselves in the investment field through a comprehensive learning journey that includes interactive workshops, hearth sessions with industry experts, and ongoing mentorship through our Qodwa program. Designed. ”
For more information about the program and to register, please email WIC@bahrain.cfasociety.org.
About CFA Institute Bahrain
CFA Society Bahrain is a local association of investment professionals comprised of portfolio managers, investment advisors, educators, and other financial professionals. The Association was incorporated and registered as Bahrain Investment Corporation in June 2006.
Institute of Professional Studies (BIPS) as a member association of CFA Institute. As a result, consistent with the nomenclature of CFA Institute member associations around the world, BIPS has adopted the name by which it is commonly known, CFA Institute Bahrain. This association was initially founded with 26 professional members at its inauguration. Today, the association boasts over 250 members, making him the second largest CFA association in the Middle East. Since its inception, the association has brought many successful and highly popular events to the local community through partnerships with some of the region’s most prestigious financial institutions. The Association continues to play an important role in improving the human capital of our communities, primarily through supporting candidates enrolled in the CFA program.
About CFA Institute
CFA Institute is a global association of investment professionals that sets the standards for professional excellence and qualifications. The organization is a champion of ethical behavior in investment markets and a respected source of knowledge in the global financial community. Our goal is to create an environment where investors’ interests are paramount, markets function at their best and the economy thrives. He has over 170,000 CFA certified individuals in 162 markets around the world. CFA Institute has nine offices and 158 local member associations worldwide.
For more information, visit www.cfainstitute.org or follow us on Twitter (@CFAInstitute) and Facebook.com/CFAInstitute.
About SICO
SICO is a leading regional asset manager, broker, market maker and investment bank with assets under management (AUM) of US$6 billion. SICO currently operates under a wholesale banking license from the Central Bank of Bahrain and also has two wholly owned subsidiaries: SICO Financial Brokerage, an Abu Dhabi-based brokerage firm, and SICO Fund Services Company (SFS), a specialized regional custodian. Supervising.
SICO also oversees a majority-owned subsidiary called SICO Capital, a Saudi-based investment banking firm. Headquartered in the Kingdom of Bahrain and with a growing regional and international presence, SICO is established as a trusted local bank offering comprehensive financial solutions including asset management, broking, investment banking and market making. We have a proven track record. Our strong and experienced research team provides regional insights and analysis on over 90 percent of the region’s leading stocks.
Since its founding in 1995, SICO has consistently outperformed the market and built a strong base of institutional clients. Going forward, the Bank’s continued growth will be guided by strong corporate governance and a commitment to building trusting relationships with customers. The bank will also continue to invest in its IT capabilities and human capital of 150 talented employees.