Amana Bank is honoured to announce its recent partnership with the Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka (IBSL) to provide valuable internship opportunities for IBSL students. This initiative marks a significant step in enhancing the practical experience and professional development of future banking professionals in Sri Lanka. The agreement was formalized by Amana Bank’s Managing Director/CEO, Mohamed Azmeer, and the IBSL Director General, C.P.A. Karunatilake.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the partnership, Amana Bank’s Managing Director/CEO Mohamed Azmeer stated, “We are excited to partner with IBSL to provide internship opportunities for students. This initiative reflects our dedication to cultivating a highly skilled banking workforce and advancing Islamic banking knowledge and practice in Sri Lanka. We believe this collaboration will play a crucial role in the development of the industry and support our vision for a strong and knowledgeable banking sector.”
Emphasising the importance of this collaboration, IBSL’s Director General C.P.A. Karunatilake said, “Our partnership with Amana Bank is a significant milestone in our mission to enhance the professional capabilities of individuals in the banking and finance sector. The introduction of these internship opportunities is a testament to our commitment to providing high-quality education and training. We are confident that these internships will equip participants with the expertise needed to excel in the evolving financial landscape. Those who wish to have exposure to non-interest-based Islamic banking, which is expanding globally, will find Amana Bank’s expertise invaluable as they embark on and advance their careers in the banking sector.”
IBSL also recently relaunched its Diploma in Islamic Banking, in partnership with Amana Bank’s technical expertise, providing students with the opportunity to learn directly from practicing experts in the field.
The Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka (IBSL) stands as a prominent institution dedicated to delivering academic and professional qualifications in the realms of banking and finance, equipping individuals with advanced expertise and competencies in the banking sector.
Amãna Bank PLC is a stand-alone institution licensed by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka and listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange, with Jeddah-based IsDB Group as its principal shareholder. The IsDB Group is a ‘AAA’ rated multilateral development financial institution with a membership of 57 countries. Testifying to its position as a leading practitioner of the non-interest-based banking model, Amãna Bank continues to be recognized among the Top 50 Strongest Islamic Banks in the World by The Asian Banker. Amãna Bank does not have any subsidiaries, associates, or affiliated institutions apart from its engagement with OrphanCare as its Founding Sponsor.
Image Caption- From left: Amana Bank Head of Learning and Development - Sanjeewa Fonseka, Amana Bank Vice President (Retail Banking and Marketing) Siddeeque Akbar, Amana Bank Assistant Vice President (Corporate Banking) Rajendra Jayasinghe, Amana Bank Chief Operating Officer - Imtiaz Iqbal, and Amana Bank MD/CEO - Mohamed Azmeer, IBSL Director General C.P.A. Karunatilake, and other IBSL representatives Chethana Ranaweera and Jinandi Chandraratne.