Oman Arab Bank conducts final module of ‘LEAD 2’ programme

Muscat: In line with its continued commitment to improving the skills of its employees, the Oman Arab Bank (OAB) launched the second edition of the ‘Leadership Enhancement And Development’ (LEAD) talent programme last year. The 20 LEAD candidates have now completed the final fourth module titled ‘Strategic Decision Making’.
“The development of leadership styles, self-awareness, and strategic management were highlighted in the first three modules of the LEAD ‘2’ programme. This final module was built on those topics, examining strategic themes including problem-solving, courageous leadership, and further self-improvement, among others," said Adil Al Rahbi, Head of the Human Resources Division.
"The candidates will now undergo one further 360-degree evaluation before graduating. In addition, the workshops included the implementation of a specialised programme designed in collaboration with CASS Business School, London, and aimed at boosting innovation within the workplace," he added.
The final module discussed strategic leadership, problem analysis, and ways to create a positive impact within OAB through continuous improvement of skills and resources. It also gave special focus to personal development planning, including ways to self-measure progress and improve personal accountability.
Several delegates also presented papers on the challenges in the Banking and Finance sector with their recommendations on how to address such issues. The candidates were also tasked with developing their own Personal Development Plan (PDP) to continue to make a lasting and positive difference within OAB.
The PDP also involved accreditation opportunities emerging from their successful completion of the LEAD programme. The second and final 360-degree evaluation will take place in July.
“Our objective with the LEAD programme was to enrich the careers of young and talented Omanis at OAB through capacity-building leadership and management training. In doing so we can further contribute to developing national talent within the banking sector,” added Adil. “On behalf of the OAB management, I would like to congratulate each of our 20 candidates on their successful completion of the final module of LEAD ‘2’.”
LEAD aims to cultivate the talents of high potential Omanis with guidance from internationally renowned experts. The six-month programme has been designed to utilise best practices to empower participants with opportunity, managerial expertise, and high-level workplace solutions.
The programme has been designed in cooperation with the Inspirational Development Group (IDG) and is facilitated by a team from IDG, a globally renowned leadership and management performance consultancy. Closely affiliated with the Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst, IDG has worked with some of the most important public and private sector companies in the region from its Middle East office based in Muscat.
OAB is one of the first banks to be established in Oman and now operates a network of 65 branches and representative offices and 148 ATMs spread across the Sultanate. OAB provides the complete range of financial products and services for personal banking, corporate and investment clients.