CIB Ghana celebrates 110 new chartered bankers, reaching 1,127 professionals in five years … 60% of fresh graduates’ women
Date: 2024-12-20
The Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana (CIB Ghana) has held its 16th Induction and Graduation Ceremony, where it celebrated the induction of 110 new chartered bankers, significantly expanding the institute's professional community to a total of 1,127 chartered members over the past five years.
Speaking at the event, held under
the compelling theme – ‘Career Beyond Qualification: Navigating Horizon Risks’,
Chief Executive Officer, Robert Dzato reiterated the institute’s commitment to
developing trusted professionals in the financial sector.
“We aim to put
ethics and professionalism at the forefront of our agenda, even as we pursue
our mandate of promoting the study of banking and regulating the practice of
the banking profession in Ghana,” he explained.
In recent years, CIB Ghana has
introduced several initiatives to enhance the qualifications of its members,
including the Ethics Certification, redesigned flagship ACIB qualification,
Chartered Banker for Executive Leadership (CBEL) Programme, ESG Certification,
and the rollout of its Banking Academy that seeks to train professionals. These
programmes, Mr. Dzato explained, are designed to equip bankers with the skills
necessary to navigate the evolving financial landscape.
Notably, the gender representation
among chartered bankers has improved considerably.
Last year, 51 percent of chartered bankers were female, The figure has this year with and this year, with 60 percent of the graduands and inductees being women. “This remarkable progress underscores our commitment to building a sustainable and inclusive future for the banking profession,” he remarked.
Director of Wholesale Banking,
Access Bank, Mr. Bruce James, speaking on behalf of the Guest Speaker, Managing
Director, Olumide Olatunji, Access Bank Ghana PLC, emphasised the importance of
ethical practices in banking. “As you step into your roles, remember that
integrity and professionalism are the cornerstones of our industry. You have
the power to influence positive change,” he stated.
President of CIB Ghana, Benjamin
Amenumey urged the new chartered bankers to uphold the values of the
profession. Echoing these sentiments, he said: “You are not just graduates;
you are ambassadors of ethics and professionalism. Your journey begins now, and
the responsibilities you carry are significant. Make a difference.”
Awards
and recognition
The ceremony also recognised
outstanding individuals among the inductees. The youngest graduand, Ian Kofi Bo
Arthur, aged 25, works with GCB Bank Plc, while the oldest inductee,
55-year-old Evans Sarfo-Kantanka, serves as the CEO of Kumawuman Rural Bank.
The overall best inductee, Hilda Agyapong, a Team Lead at Access Bank Ghana
Plc, was praised for her exemplary performance.
As CIB Ghana
continues to nurture and develop banking professionals, the institute remains
committed to fostering a culture of ethics and professionalism in the financial
sector, ensuring that its members are well-equipped to meet the challenges of
the industry, Mr. Dzato added.
