QIIB hosts career day for HBKU students

QIIB hosted a career day for students from the Master of Science in Islamic Finance programme of the College of Islamic Studies (CIS) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU).The event was part of the bank’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) and commitment to supporting education and co-operating with reputable higher education institutions.Dr Abdulbasit Ahmed al-Shaibei, CEO of QIIB, met with the students, and Dr Mustafa Disli, associate professor of Economics and Finance, CIS, programme co-ordinator.During the event, al-Shaibei emphasised that the bank attaches exceptional importance to contributing to supporting education and academic activities, especially those that connect universities to the labour market, which provides real added value to various economic sectors.Al-Shaibei lauded the prominent role of the CIS and HBKU: "Hamad Bin Khalifa University offers advanced academic initiatives and programmes that adhere to international standards. This is evidenced by the excellent reputation it has garnered in various academic and educational institutions, both locally and internationally.”Also, al-Shaibei provided a historical overview of Islamic banking, explaining the circumstances that led to its emergence and its development up to the present time. He also highlighted that the Islamic banking industry is currently experiencing significant growth in numerous countries, with Qatar taking the lead. He stated that the Qatari Islamic sector has consistently strengthened its position, ultimately reaching a leading level both regionally and globally."Islamic banking has opened horizons for innovation and creativity. It is dynamic, keeping pace with global banking developments, as well as the technological and digital revolution, which provides us with exceptional flexibility that we are keen to capitalise on to the maximum,” said al-Shaibei, who was accompanied by Jamal Abdullah al-Jamal, Deputy CEO, and Ali Hamad al-Mesaifri, chief of Human Resources & Administration, during the meeting.Al-Shaibei added: "Our meeting with students from the Master of Science in Islamic Finance programme has special significance. It indicates that we are moving in the right direction when it comes to developing our educational, academic and professional tools. Synergy among the different parties involved in progress is of great importance to us, and we are delighted to support it and be part of it."QIIB will continue to support education and its various initiatives, including joint events and activities, career days, and training programmes. It will also spare no effort to enhance and develop the Islamic finance experience through effective and prompt collaboration with various academic and educational institutions.”As part of the career day’s activities, the students conducted a tour of several departments and divisions, where they received explanations from executives about Islamic banking operations and details of various banking services and products.Several interactive discussion sessions were held between the students and senior management officers at QIIB. They were attended by Omar Abdulaziz al-Meer, chief of Corporate Sector; Mohamed Khair Barhoumeh, chief operating officer; Hossam Khattab, chief financial officer; Mohamed Jamil Ahmad Hamad, chief risk officer; and Khaled Abdul Rahman al-Shaibi, chief business development officer.