From left: Amana Bank Head of Learning and Development - Sanjeewa Fonseka, Amana Bank Vice President (Retail Banking and Marketing) Siddeeque Akbar, Amana Bank Assistant Vice President (Corporate Banking) Rajendra Jayasinghe, Amana Bank Chief Operating Officer -Imtiaz Iqbal, and Amana Bank MD/CEO - Mohamed Azmeer, IBSL Director General C.P.A. Karunatilake, and other IBSL representatives Chethana Ranaweera and Jinandi Chandraratne.

Amana Bank announced its recent partnership with the Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka (IBSL) to provide valuable internship opportunities for IBSL students, marking a significant step in enhancing the practical experience and professional development of future banking professionals in Sri Lanka. 

An agreement was recently formalised by Amana Bank’s Managing Director/CEO, Mohamed Azmeer and the IBSL Director General C.P.A. Karunatilake.

Expressing his enthusiasm for the partnership, Amana Bank’s Managing Director/CEO Mohamed Azmeer stated, “We are excited to partner with IBSL to provide internship opportunities for students. This initiative reflects our dedication to cultivating a highly skilled banking workforce and advancing Islamic banking knowledge and practice in Sri Lanka. We believe this collaboration will play a crucial role in the development of the industry and support our vision for a strong and knowledgeable banking sector.”

Emphasising the importance of this collaboration, IBSL’s Director General C.P.A. Karunatilake said, “Our partnership with Amana Bank is a significant milestone in our mission to enhance the professional capabilities of individuals in the banking and finance sector. 

The introduction of these internship opportunities is a testament to our commitment to providing high-quality education and training. We are confident that these internships will equip participants with the expertise needed to excel in the evolving financial landscape. Those who wish to have exposure to non-interest-based Islamic banking, which is expanding globally, Amana Bank’s expertise will be invaluable to interns as they embark on and advance their careers in the banking sector.”

IBSL also recently relaunched its Diploma in Islamic Banking, partnering with Amana Bank’s technical expertise, providing students with the opportunity to learn directly from practicing experts in the field.

The Institute of Bankers of Sri Lanka (IBSL) stands as a prominent institute dedicated to delivering academic and professional qualifications in the realms of banking and finance, equipping individuals with advanced expertise and competencies in the banking sector.