KUWAIT: Burgan Bank recently hosted a field visit at its headquarters for students from the American University of Kuwait (AUK), under the umbrella of the bank’s comprehensive social responsibility and sustainability strategy, centered on nurturing and investing in Kuwait’s national youth talents from an early age.
A total of 15 AUK male and female students were guided on a tour across the bank’s various departments as well as Burgan Lab, the bank’s dedicated innovation hub. By engaging the younger generation in real-world experiences, the bank reinforces its vision to be the most progressive bank in Kuwait, driven by its employees, customers, and community. It also confirms Burgan Bank’s commitment to being an innovative financial service provider, while translating its exemplary attributes of trust, commitment, excellence, and progression into meaningful action.
Commenting on the visit, Bashar Al-Qattan, Executive Manager – Learning and Talent Development at Burgan Bank, said: “It was a delight to host the AUK students at our HQ and introduce them to the latest banking innovations and technologies. Under the ‘Teach Them Young’ campaign, a primary factor of our robust learning and talent development program’s success is that we acknowledge the importance of preparing talents at an early stage through visits such as this one, which opens them up to the real professional world, how it operates, and the technologies that continue to shape it. This enables them to make informed decisions as they embark on their career journeys.”
Bashar Al-Qattan
May Al-Qabandi
May Al-Qabandi, Senior Manager – Innovation Department at Burgan Bank, highlighted the importance and long-term impact of exposing students to the real-life applications of digital transformation and engaging them in conversations around approaching problem-solving with an innovative mindset. She emphasized that instilling innovation early supports Burgan Bank’s vision to remain agile and future-ready in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.
Throughout the field visit, the students were introduced to Burgan Bank’s adoption of the agile methodology across its operations, reflecting its collaborative, flexible, and efficient working style. They also participated in several interactive sessions and attended presentations that helped them gain a more comprehensive understanding of digital transformation, recognizing that it must begin with a cultural shift before any enhancements to digital infrastructure can take place – a shift that empowers teams to adapt quickly to change, deliver innovative solutions faster, and meet evolving customer needs efficiently.
Finally, Burgan Bank representatives discussed some of the most vital banking awareness and financial literacy topics with the students, as part of the bank’s ongoing support of the ‘Let’s Be Aware’ (Diraya) banking awareness campaign, led by the Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK) and the Kuwait Banking Association (KBA), with the support of Kuwaiti banks. This included tips about safe online banking, precautions against fraud and theft, as well as the importance of the savings culture and adopting a sound financial plan.
This initiative is one of many ways in which Burgan Bank delivers on its commitment to national development, social responsibility, and sustainable impact. The bank regularly opens its doors to school and university students, participates in major career fairs, and curates immersive learning experiences aimed at equipping Kuwait’s youth with the skills, awareness, and mindset needed for long-term career success in the financial sector.
