Qatar Insurance Group celebrates the graduation of the ninth cohort of Kawader Malia program

Qatar Insurance Group (QIC), the leading insurer in Qatar and the MENA region, celebrated the graduation of the ninth cohort of the national program “Kawader Malia”, which it has sponsored for three years as part of its corporate social responsibility and commitment to developing the human capital in Qatar. This year, 75 students graduated from the program, bringing the total number of alumni to 324 since its launch in 2013. The event was attended by several dignitaries and senior executives from the banking and financial sector, as well as representatives from Qatar Finance and Business Academy, the organizer of the program in collaboration with Qatar Central Bank (QCB) and other strategic partners.

Salem Al Mannai, Chief Executive Officer of QIC Group congratulated the graduates and praised their achievements, saying: “We are proud to be part of this prestigious program that contributes to the development of the Qatari talent and prepares them for the future challenges and opportunities in the financial sector. Qatar Insurance Group has always been keen to support the national initiatives that align with the Qatar National Vision 2030 and the strategic goals of the financial sector. We believe that investing in human capital is the key to achieving sustainable and diversified economic growth and enhancing Qatar’s position as a regional and global financial hub.”

He added: “We are delighted to have sponsored Kawader Malia for the past three years and to have hosted some of the participants in our company for practical training and exposure to the insurance industry. We are impressed by the caliber and potential of these young professionals, and we look forward to seeing them excel and innovate in their respective fields. We wish them all the best in their future endeavors, and we hope that they will continue to learn and grow as future leaders of Qatar.”

Kawader Malia is a unique and intensive nine-month program that aims to equip Qatari fresh graduates with the skills and knowledge required to pursue successful careers in the financial industry. The program covers various topics such as accounting, finance, banking, insurance, Islamic finance, risk management, compliance, and soft skills. The program also includes practical training and mentorship opportunities for the participants in leading financial institutions in Qatar and abroad.