Kuwait Finance House (KFH) launched the third edition of its KFH Academy program. This premier training initiative for university students and new graduates aligns with the strategy of KFH to invest in human capital, empower young local talent, and prepare them for the demands of both the banking sector and the broader job market.

The launch ceremony took place at the Bank’s Headquarters in the presence of KFH’s Acting Group Chief Transformation Officer, Lamya AlTabtebai, Head of Group Public Relations and Media, Yousef Abdullah Al-Ruwaieh, Deputy General Manager Digital Transformation and Innovation, Eng. Tareq Al-Ajeel, Deputy General Manager Products, Nehal Al-Musallam, Senior Manager PR and Event Management, Fahad AlSaad, and Manager Talent Acquisition, Nawaf Almishri, along with several officials.

Building on the success of its previous two cycles, the third edition of the program has evolved into a fully integrated training platform. By seamlessly combining academic theory with practical application, it offers participants unique insights from a leading global Islamic financial institution, while fostering technical expertise, leadership skills, and a culture of collaborative innovation.

The program targets undergraduates and recent graduates aged 18 to 24, offering three distinct training paths in Public Relations, Business Administration, and Digital Transformation and Information Technology. The curriculum features expert led lectures, interactive workshops, hands on practical training, and field visits.

Eng. Tareq Al-Ajeel: Establishing Culture of Innovation

Deputy General Manager Products at KFH, Eng. Tareq Al-Ajeel, said that launching the program's third edition highlights KFH’s commitment to building a culture of innovation. He emphasized that the initiative aims to prepare the next generation to keep pace with the rapid transformations in the financial services sector, with a strong focus on developing creative thinking and delivering practical, value-added solutions.

He added that KFH provides an engaging training environment where participants can stay ahead of the latest tech and digital trends, while gaining the hands-on experience needed to thrive in the banking sector.

Al-Ajeel noted that experiencing KFH’s work environment firsthand adds immense value to the training program. As a leader in digital transformation and banking innovation, KFH offers participants a closer look at industry’s best practices and cutting-edge digital applications. This hands-on experience will sharpen their skills, boost their career readiness, and open new future opportunities.

Fahad AlSaad: An integrated platform for youth development

Meanwhile, Senior Manager PR and Event Management at KFH, Fahad AlSaad confirmed that KFH Academy has become an integrated platform for youth development, as the current edition of the program will cover more subjects through workshops, specialized lectures and field visits that improve the participants’ experience and expand their professional expertise.

AlSaad explained that the public relations path within the program aims to introduce the strategic role of public relations in supporting the goals of institutions to participants, enhancing their reputation, and building effective and sustainable relationships with various stakeholders. He pointed out that the track offers an integrated training experience that combines academic knowledge and practical application, through understanding the latest practices in corporate communication, content management, event organization, and media communication. This Knowledge will contribute to improving the skills of participants and preparing them to meet the requirements of the sector.

He added that the program also focuses on developing personal skills, such as effective communication, teamwork and leadership, in addition to introducing participants to the bank's culture and corporate values.

Nawaf Almishri: Linking knowledge with practical application

Manager Talent Acquisition at KFH, Nawaf Almishri said that KFH Academy program embodies the bank’s commitment to investing in human capital and developing young national talents.

He added that the program provides participants with a unique opportunity to understand the banking environment closely and gain advanced professional and personal skills, helping enhance their labor market readiness and enabling them to build promising career paths.

Almishri emphasized that the program continuously develops to match rapid financial sector transformations. He added that investing in national talent is a strategic pillar for KFH to achieve sustainable growth and institutional excellence.

KFH Academy

KFH Academy is a premier training initiative by KFH that prepares undergraduates and new graduates. Its integrated program combines practical training, workshops, specialized lectures, and field visits to develop professional, leadership, and digital skills. It further promotes a culture of innovation and builds qualified national cadres for the future.