Bank of Maldives Celebrates Graduates from Prestigious SMU Leadership Program

Bank of Maldives (BML) has celebrated the achievements of its employees who have successfully graduated from the renowned Leadership and People Management Program of the Singapore Management University (SMU), marking a major milestone in the Bank’s ongoing investment in human capital development.

A total of twenty BML employees earned the Executive Certificate in Leadership and People Management from SMU, following their completion of an intensive and interactive program designed to enhance leadership capabilities in dynamic corporate environments. The program featured a rigorous curriculum combining discussion-driven teaching, experiential learning, and case-based exercises that allowed participants to immediately apply leadership principles within real-world banking operations.

In addition to the executive-level graduates, another twenty employees received the Certificate in Leadership and People Management through the BML Academy, after completing a certificate-level program also offered in collaboration with SMU.

Highlighting the strategic significance of the initiative, Mohamed Shareef, CEO and Managing Director of Bank of Maldives, stated, “This investment is a direct reflection of our strong belief in human capital as our key strategic asset. The partnership with SMU is fundamental to building the future leadership bench strength required to navigate evolving market dynamics. Our sustained success is a function of developing exemplary leadership at every tier of the organization.”

As the dedicated training and development arm of the Bank, the BML Academy plays a central role in driving the institution’s growth by providing continuous learning opportunities, specialized training, and international exposure for its staff. Through such initiatives, BML continues to strengthen its position as one of the country’s leading employers, recognized for its commitment to staff development.

The Bank’s dedication to nurturing local talent and creating pathways for professional advancement has earned it several accolades, including the “Asia’s Best Employer Brand Award” from the World HRD Congress and the Employer Branding Institute — reinforcing BML’s reputation as a model employer in the Maldivian financial sector.