The Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF) has signed a four-year training agreement with the Islamic Bank of Senegal (Banque Islamique du Sénégal) to deliver a specialized Islamic banking program for branch managers, corporate account managers, and senior banking professionals at the bank.
The first in-person phase of the program was held in Senegal in May, with participation by 23 branch managers, corporate account managers, department heads, and senior managers from BIS. The program was delivered entirely in French to meet participants’ needs and reflect the banking environment in Senegal.
Built around application-based learning, the program covered key areas including the fundamentals of Islamic banking, Shariah-compliant contracts and financing structures, retail and corporate Islamic banking products and services, banking operations, sales techniques, and customer value propositions.
Ahmed AlShaikh CEO – BIBF
“We are pleased to work with the Islamic Bank of Senegal to support the development of banking professionals and help strengthen their readiness to serve customers more effectively. This collaboration reflects the trust that international financial institutions place in BIBF’s expertise in delivering specialized Islamic banking training programs designed around the needs of the banking sector and the markets they serve. BIBF continues to expand its specialized programs beyond Bahrain through strategic training partnerships, further strengthening the presence of Bahraini expertise in banking, finance, and Islamic finance training, while supporting the Kingdom’s position as a leading center for financial talent development.”
According to the statement, the partnership underscores BIBF’s role in extending Bahrain’s expertise in Islamic banking and finance to international markets, while helping financial institutions strengthen workforce capabilities, develop professional talent, and enhance the readiness of their banking teams.
Dr. Rizwan Malik, Head of the Islamic Finance Centre at BIBF, said that, “The program has been designed to give participants a practical understanding of Islamic banking fundamentals, Shariah-compliant financing structures, and Islamic banking products for retail and corporate customers. It helps participants connect theoretical knowledge with practical application in their day-to-day banking work.”
