LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (LDP)

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (LDP)

BIBF plays a vital role in the training and development of human capital in the Middle East and North Africa. Our commitment to excellence has strengthened our position as the leading educational provider across all major business disciplines. We serve as a partner to numerous world-class institutions; delivering thought leadership, assessment and training in the areas of Banking, Islamic Finance, Executive Development, Accounting & Finance, Academic, Leadership & Management, Insurance, Information Technology and Communication; resulting in a complete business solution. In its first year of operations, BIBF trained a total of 213 participants. By 1994, the number of participants increased up to 3,572 students. For the last six years, BIBF has averaged over 16,000 students per annum. Total No. of Registration since 1981 = 260,000 + Counting... 13% GCC As of 2010-2015 Enrollments By Region Across 34 Countries 2% 85% Bahrain 85% Bahrain 13% GCC 2% Others BIBF has a wide range of programmes and courses delivering thought leadership, research and advisory, assessment, and training across 34 different countries in the areas of: Academics Accounting & Finance Assessment & Development Banking English & Business Communication Human Resources Information Technology Insurance Interpersonal Skills Islamic Finance Leadership & Management Marketing, Sales and PR Project Management A

In 1983 institute was established to provide world class training to banking & finance sector in United Arab Emirates and become pioneer in training all the areas of banking and finance in the Middle East. In collaboration with many international organizations to provide best training in the area of Leadership & Management, Banking Operations, Islamic Banking, Risk Management, Trade Operations, and Accounting & Finance, Insurance as a complete training solution provider. To avail training session to the busy banking officials we introduced best E - learning to update knowledge in their domain. We continue our journey in offering academic programs to groom young professionals in banking and finance sector by Bachelor in Banking & Finance, Bachelor in Banking & Accounting, Higher Diploma in Banking, and Diploma in Banking.

Solveig Nicklos BIBF Director BIBF establishes long-term relationships with leading educational institutions across the globe based on programme quality, current market needs, and the international reputation of the awarding body. The Darden School of Business is ranked in the top five globally among business schools offering executive education, and we are very proud to be a part of the strategic partnership that offers the Leadership Development Programme (LDP) to the region. Successfully entering its seventh year, the two-week residential programme aims to broaden the skill set of current and future executive talent within many diverse sectors of the regional economy. It is based on action-oriented learning experiences and participant-centred classroom discussions. Through case study analysis, participants will be able to explore actual business problems and solutions that will lead them to develop new ways of thinking about their own business challenges. We urge those seeking a strategic leadership role within their organisations to consider participating in this distinguished executive programme. Not only does the experience provide a wealth of personal and professional benefits, it also impacts successfully on the growth and prosperity of the participants organisation. In a crowded market marred by a variety of challenges and changes in business competition, organizations in the banking and finance industry must learn to effectively invest in leadership training and development to gain and maintain a competitive advantage as well as to facilitate business survival and ongoing success. In collaboration with Darden Business School, University of Virginia, the prestigious business university in the United States, Emirates Institute for Banking and Financial Studies (EIBFS) offers an intensive Leadership Development Program (LDP) that is designed to train outstanding leaders and managers in the banking and financial services industry through the development of personal leadership and professional skills. Jamal Al Jesmi General Manager of EIBFS In 2015, EIBFS selected and sent 11 senior and executive level UAE nationals from the banking industry to attend training sessions at the Darden campus in the US through its distinguished Leadership Development Program. The sessions ran leadership development, financial and strategic management, and business acumen modules, while challenging leaders to build constructive professional relationships and develop effective management skills. Resulting in great success with a positive impact on leaders, the program is set to attract greater participation in 2016. With the commencement of the 2016 training program, EIBFS has revamped and enhanced the agenda of its Leadership Development Program with a view to meeting today s industry-specific trainee requirements and dynamic market demands. We encourage all leaders in the UAE to participate and all banks to nominate qualified middle to senior level management to benefit from this world-class program that realizes sustainable growth, inspires effective leadership and instills professional development. For over a half century, the Darden School of Business has served as a critical resource for businesses around the world. All of us at Darden are committed to developing the next generation of global leaders. For more than a decade, one of our focus areas has been providing management education in the Gulf region. In 2010, Darden Executive Education, working with our longtime partner, the BIBF, designed and delivered a three-week executive development programme for high-potential managers working in the Gulf Region. In 2016, we will continue this partnership with the seventh offering of the Leadership Development Programme (LDP). This programme is designed to foster the leadership skills and strategic perspectives necessary to succeed in an increasingly global environment. We look forward to welcoming the next LDP class to Darden for this two-week experience, devoted to personal and professional growth. Scott Beardsley, Dean, Darden School of Business University of Virginia The Programme Darden Executive Education has partnered with the BIBF and EIBFS to design a two-week executive development programme for outstanding managers from the Gulf region. The Leadership Development Programme faculty team has created an impactful programme based on actionoriented learning experiences and participant-centred classroom discussions. Through case study analysis, participants will explore actual business problems and solutions that will lead them to develop new ways of thinking about their own business challenges. Learning team and class discussions offer an opportunity to practice influencing others, understanding differing viewpoints, and thinking strategically. 3

About the Darden School of Business Special Features Reputation for Excellence Consistently, Darden Executive Education ranks in the top five globally among business schools offering executive education. (Financial Times, 2004-2014) World-Class Faculty The same world-class faculty that teach in the MBA programme teach in Darden Executive Education. Year after year, faculty and course design are ranked #1 by participants in Executive Education programmes. (Financial Times, 2004-2014) LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 26 APRIL 15 MAY 2015 DARDEN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS - UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA Practical application and real business cases. Simulations incorporated to test new strategies and actively practice leadership skills. Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI) - a 360- degree assessment process and individual coaching sessions will provide each participant a view of their leadership style and clear goals for improvement. A follow-up assessment and coaching is provided 6 months after the programme finishes in order to measure new leadership skills attained. Outdoor Learning Activities and Experiential Learning (New). ROW 1: BATCH 2015 26 April - 15 May 4

Who Should Attend? This programme is designed for outstanding managers with experience leading organisational entities or major project teams who are identified as having potential to be strategic leaders of their enterprise. 5

Benefits of Attending (Deliverables) Increased effectiveness as a result of examining personal leadership practices through 360- degree feedback and coaching. Broadened business perspective and improved decision making as a result of a more comprehensive understanding of the total enterprise. Improved capability to think and act more strategically and to establish personal and organisational goals consistent with corporate strategy. Certificate of completion is awarded to graduates of the programme. 6

Content Overview Leadership Development Becoming a Strategic Leader: Purpose, Process, People and Performance Learning, Leading, and Change Assessing Your Leadership Style Formulating a Personal Action Plan Creating High Performance Teams Inspiring Personal and Team Engagement Strategic Management Analyzing Industry and Global Competition Building Sustainable Competitive Advantage Linking Strategy and Execution Building Stakeholder Commitment Communicating Strategic Vision Business Acumen and Enterprise Thinking Understanding Your Industry & Competitors Managing Performance in a Global Business Environment Leading Change Globally Establishing Organizational Excellence: Agenda to Action Creating Value through Process Financial Management Understanding Financial Statements Financial Analysis Planning and Budgeting Financial Metrics as a Leadership Tool 7

Location Travel Arrangements Please note that participants are required to make their own travel arrangements to Washington D.C. and then to the Darden School of Business, Charlottesville, Virginia. Accommodation in the U.S.A. Participants will stay at the Inn at Darden, which offers private sleeping rooms with private bath and amenities especially selected for comfort; discussiongroup rooms; meeting rooms; a fully equipped exercise room; and a recreation area. Most meals will be served in the Abbott Centre dining room adjacent to Darden s classroom building and near the Inn at Darden. General Information Programme Cost: BD 8,200 or AED 82,000 payable on or before the 20th of March 2016. This amount includes full residential board at the Darden School of Business Programme Duration: 8-20 May, 2016 Application Deadline: February 25 th 2016 Payment Due: On or before 20 th March 2016 There are limited seats available on the programme; we encourage potential LDP candidates to register as soon as possible. Programme Requirements: Fluency in English A minimum of 3 years managerial work experience A completed application form 8

Testimonials from last year s participants A fantastic variety of interesting case studies, delivered by highly qualified professors and discussed by a group of successful professionals and industry leaders at a beautiful and inspiring venue. It all adds up to a very special experience that leaves you with tons of practical knowledge and everlasting relationships. I am grateful to have had the opportunity, Mr. Sattam Algosaibi, Executive Manager Head of Corporate Banking Group, Kuwait Finance House, Bahrain It was the most beneficial Management programme I have ever attended. I learnt a lot from the very highly talented gurus. The knowledge sharing was immaculate. The most beneficial part of this experience was gaining such wonderful and lovely friends which created great networking opportunities, Mr. Zuhair Tawfeeqi, Public Relations Managers, GPIC, Bahrain The LDP programme has allowed me to achieve many paradigm shifts and has restructured my professional thinking and the way I manage my daily routine. Learning is highly interactive, through practical cases led by knowledgeable and very professional professors. Wonderful and well experienced classmates, with whom I now enjoy a very close relationship. Definitely a very important course for enriching ones experience and reshaping professional practice in the office, Mr. Hasan AlSaffar, Assistant General Manager/Division Head, Samba Financial Group, Saudi Arabia 9

The leadership program with Darden business school is an exciting opportunity for career advancement and offers unparalleled training opportunities in leadership and management. Al Muaini added: Emirati citizens can leverage the institute s support and pay half the costs for a three-week unique and transformative student exchange experience in the United States Aisha Ali Muaini, Senior Marketing Manager at Emirates NBD The program enabled me to examine my personal Leadership practice through 360 degree feedback & coaching from the experienced Darden instructors Ms. Hamda AlShamali - Head of Nationalization of Local Talent- HSBC Bank Middle EAST- LTD The course content, length and daily schedule were selected by professional educators, as well as the classroom set up. The accommodation facility and boarding meals were amazing. A truly memorable experience that has allowed me to continue my professional journey and add highly successful people to my network, Mrs. Shatha Ahmed, Head of Finance Administration & Student Affairs, Court of The Crown Prince, Bahrain The icing on the cake was sharing experiences and networking with members of the group, who came from a range of different professional backgrounds, Mr. Ahmed Uthaimeen, Assistant General Manager/ Division Head, Samba Financial Group, Saudi Arabia Contacts Nasreen Mohammed Aqeel Programme Manager Centre for Leadership and Management Bahrain Institute of Banking & Finance P.O. Box 20525, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain Direct: +973 1781 5543, Mobile: +973 3985 1740 Office: +973 1781 5555, Fax: +973 1772 9928 Email: nasreen@bibf.com www.bibf.com Ms. Noura Abbas Ahmed Head, Customer Service and Business Development Emirates Institute for Banking and Financial Studies P.O. Box 4166, Sharjah, UAE Tel.: +971 6 598 7128 Fax: +971 6 572 3983 Email: nouram@eibfs.com www.eibfs.ae Mr. John Sullivan Senior Director, Executive Education Darden School of Business, University of Virginia PO Box 7186, Charlottesville, VA 22906 USA Shipping: 100 Darden Boulevard, 22903 Office: +1-434.243.5560, Mobile +1-919.236.3246 Email: sullivanj@darden.virginia.edu www.darden.virginia.edu/execed 10