Bahrain's AI Academy upskills 3K+ professionals in responsible AI
New AI Academy trains 3,000+ professionals across banking, HR, and more...
The Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF) has launched its AI Academy, a structured training initiative designed to bridge the AI skills gap across Bahrain’s labor market. The academy consolidates BIBF’s existing AI programs—including fundamentals, business applications, and advanced courses—into a unified platform offering certifications, executive education, and corporate training solutions. Since 2022, BIBF has already trained over 3,000 professionals through 45+ AI-related programs, reflecting the rising demand for practical AI competencies beyond traditional tech roles.
The AI Academy emphasizes hands-on learning, real-world use cases, and responsible AI topics like governance, ethics, and transparency. Programs cater to all experience levels, from beginners to board-level executives, and can be customized for organizations. BIBF CEO Dr. Ahmed Al Shaikh highlighted the academy’s alignment with Bahrain’s labor market needs, while Acting Head Ms. Afnan AlSaleh noted its focus on equipping professionals to confidently apply AI in their fields—driving AI-driven transformation across sectors like finance, HR, and marketing.
- BIBF’s AI Academy consolidates 45+ AI training programs under one umbrella, serving professionals across sectors like finance, HR, and marketing.
- Since 2022, BIBF has trained 3,000+ participants, reflecting growing demand for practical and responsible AI skills.
- Programs range from fundamentals to executive education, with a focus on hands-on learning, ethics, and customization for organizations.
Why It Matters
Equips professionals outside tech roles with critical AI skills, accelerating responsible adoption in Bahrain’s key industries.