NBD steps-up Nationalisation efforts
Second batch of PAL trainees graduate
National Bank of Dubai (NBD), recently celebrated the graduation of 9 PAL (Programme for Accelerated Learning) trainees who successfully completed the challenging 18 months graduate training programme. This comes as part of NBD’s ongoing efforts to develop and train talented UAE Nationals. Mr. Abdulshakoor Hussain Tahlak, Chief Manager International, NBD presented the graduates with certificates at a ceremony held to celebrate the occasion.
The successful graduates developed their skills and knowledge through direct reading as well as modules in Branch Banking, Management Development and Banking Products and Services combined with work placements and both on and off the job training.
“We are very proud of our achievements so far”, said Husam Al Sayed, Head of Human Resources, National Bank of Dubai. “NBD’s various training schemes have proved very successful and the future leaders of the Bank are hatching.”
During the ceremony graduates expressed their gratitude to the National Bank of Dubai for giving them the opportunity to develop their skills and experience necessary for them to pursue a successful career in the Banking Industry.
"PAL trainees are equipped with the latest and world-class practices in the Banking industry. What differs our programme from others is the high standards that we adopted as benchmarks for the skills of our trainees. Successful candidates have passed a series of tests that enable them to face the most challenging tasks they may face in their future careers. NBD is committed to continue its drive to nurture and develop young National Talent meeting the bank’s Nationalisation strategy", Al Sayed added.
PAL is the first programme of its kind in the UAE that enables UAE Nationals to take part in a comprehensive, in depth programme for personal and professional growth. PAL puts recent graduates through a rigorous 18-month training course to gain the skills and knowledge to perform supervisory or managerial roles and become leaders within their areas of expertise.
