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K MENA Work Readiness Family Biz Emerging Leaders Program
NXG Bankers program is a globally accredited program curated for the banking industry. It offers a holistic learning experience with behavioral and technical elements designed to create a desk ready banker.
Combined
Behavioral & Technical Training
Accreditation
Recommend Kaplan Schweser for their CFA exams
Placement
Opportunities
Who is it for?
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Eligibility
- Undergraduates from universities interested in a banking career
- Professionals involved in or planning to join a family business
- Individuals who manage family investments
- A team of two to eight family members interested to upskill and
Program Benefits
A globally accredited program curated for the banking industry
A holistic learning journey with behavioral and technical elements
Assistance in securing a job placement with top banks
A strong foundation for qualifications such as (CISI) – IISI and RIFS
Career guidance by global industry experts
Flexible payment options during and after the program
Pathway to Become NXG Banker
Start
Eligibility, assesment and selection
Robust technical and behaviour development
Qualification(Optional)
Career Support
Dashboard report
NXG Banker Program Summary
Introducing the case study company
Introduction to Banking
Introduction to Financial Accounting
Economics for Bankers
Financial Mathematics for Bankers
Excel for Banking Professionals
Business Productivity Tools
Regulation & Compliance
Understanding Bank Financial Statements
Bank Capital Adequacy under Basel III
AML and Compliance
Skills for NXG Bankers
Digital Skills
Fintech
AI & Block Chain
Commercial Acumen – KBC
Financial Storytelling
Retail Banking*
Retail Banking Products
Digital Banking
Corporate Banking*
Corporate Banking Products
Corporate Credit Analysis
Trade Finance
Private Banking & Wealth Management*
Asset Classes and Financial Markets
Introduction to Wealth Management
Behavioural Finance
Investment Banking*
Investment Banking Products
Project Finance
*Islamic Banking Products
(common across selected modules)
Key Excel tools used in Bank Financial Modeling (Logical & Date functions, Data Tables, Index & Match, Choose)
Introduction to the Case Study Bank
Model design and structure for the case study bank
Know the key model outputs and their drivers
Understand the requisite inputs
Introduction to the Bank’s Financial Statements
Understanding a bank’s balance sheet – Key assets and liabilities
Understanding a bank’s income statement and different sources of income
Extracting, cleaning and normalizing historical financial statements of a bank from annual reports
Building error checks in the model
Key Excel tools used in Bank Financial Modeling (Logical & Date functions, Data Tables, Index & Match, Choose)
Introduction to the Case Study Bank
Model design and structure for the case study bank
Know the key model outputs and their drivers
Understand the requisite inputs
Introduction to the Bank’s Financial Statements
Understanding a bank’s balance sheet – Key assets and liabilities
Understanding a bank’s income statement and different sources of income
Extracting, cleaning and normalizing historical financial statements of a bank from annual reports
Building error checks in the model
Key Learning Elements
Face to Face Training
Face to Face Training
Face to Face Training
Face to Face Training
Face to Face Training
Face to Face Training
Face to Face Training
Face to Face Training
Our Expert Trainers
Hattem AlHajry, MBA, CMA, CDIF
MBA, CMA, CDIF
With over two decades of diversified experience in the finance industry, Hattem has successfully navigated two distinct career paths.
His journey began in 2000 as a finance professional, where he sharpened his skills in various finance roles, primarily within esteemed multinational organizations.
In 2015, he transitioned to a freelance career, offering his expertise as a financial consultant and trainer. This path led him to join Kaplan as a Finance trainer, delivering B2B training to business and governmental entities in the region; covering Finance and Investment topics such as Financial Accounting & Analysis, Financial Modelling, Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting, and Capital Budgeting.
His academic accomplishments include earning the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation in 2005, obtaining a CIMA Diploma in Islamic Finance in 2014, and completing his MBA from Manchester Business School in 2017; in addition to RIFS from CISI, and IPSAS Certificate from ACCA.
These credentials, coupled with his extensive professional experience, enable him to provide insightful and impactful financial training and consultancy.
Mira Raley
Mira heads our leadership and behavioral development division and has over 15 years of expertise designing and delivering behavioral programs related to leadership, diversity and inclusion, graduate development, employee performance, team-building, nationalization, and more.
She also works closely with clients in analyzing, designing, and implementing L&D strategies and employee learning journeys.
Waleed Minhas
MSc, FCCA, CPA
Waleed is the Director of Leadership, Behavioural & Exam Preparation at Kaplan MENA, where he leads the strategic development and delivery of high-impact learning solutions across the region. His portfolio spans technical qualifications, leadership development, and behavioral training—positioning Kaplan as a trusted partner for organizations seeking to upskill talent and drive performance.
With over 15 years of regional training experience, Waleed brings a unique blend of commercial insight and learning expertise to his role. He works closely with senior stakeholders across multinational corporations, government bodies, and sovereign wealth funds to design and implement learning strategies that align with business objectives, support national development agendas, and deliver measurable outcomes.
Before joining Kaplan, Waleed held a senior role at a Big Four firm, leading professional qualifications and internal training initiatives. His leadership is grounded in a deep understanding of organisational capability building, learner engagement, and performance management.
Waleed is passionate about helping organisations build future-ready workforces through targeted, high-value learning interventions—whether through customised academies, leadership journeys, or exam-focused programs, consistently delivering top-tier results.
What Our Clients Say
4 months ago
Sreedevi Nair – CMA P1, Jan/Feb 2026
I had a really good experience with Kaplan. The faculty were great and explained concepts very clearly, which made studying much easier. The structured approach and revision support really helped me stay consistent and confident going into the exams.
4 months ago
Monique Lopez – CMA P2, Jan/Feb 2026
Overall, my experience was very good. The instructors were knowledgeable and explained CMA concepts clearly. The review materials were well-structured and helped me understand difficult topics. The examples given were easy to follow. I also appreciated the support from the staff whenever I had questions/concerns.
4 months ago
Nazia Mahboob – CMA P2, Jan/Feb 2026
I’m pleased to share that I have successfully cleared both parts of the CMA certification.
I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to Kaplan Middle East for their well-structured study plan and the dedicated support provided throughout the journey. The guidance from their instructors and the clarity of their teaching approach played a key role in helping me stay consistent and focused.
I would highly recommend Kaplan to anyone considering pursuing the CMA certification.
8 months ago
Aditi Arumugam – CFA L2, November 2025
Kaplan was a big reason I was able to clear CFA Level II. Their structured approach and constant practice really helped me stay focused and confident. Grateful for the support throughout the journey.
8 months ago
Muhannad Buhaji – CFA L1, November 2025
From seamless registration to structured pre-exam review sessions, the Kaplan team delivered clarity, consistency, and support needed at every step. Their expert guidance and learning platform turned a complex curriculum into a manageable and ultimately successful journey.
10 months ago
Raghav Mittal – CFA L1, August 2025
Coming from a non-finance background, Kaplan Schweser was instrumental in helping me pass cfa level 1. Their teachers are highly skilled , always available to answer your queries no matter what time you ping them and have excellent teaching methodology. Additionally, Kaplan’s topic wise Q bank is an excellent platform to practice and identify your weak/strong areas in each unit. All in all highly recommended for any one looking to start their CFA journey
10 months ago
Amani Khamis – CFA L1, August 2025
My experience preparing for the CFA Level I with Kaplan was exceptional. The instructors demonstrated deep subject matter expertise and delivered each session with clarity, striking the right balance between conceptual understanding and consistent practice with exam-style questions. The Schweser Notes and revision materials were invaluable during my preparation and played a key role in consolidating my knowledge ahead of the exam.
10 months ago
Khalid Al Awlaqi – CFA L1, August 2025
My experience with Kaplan has been very positive, the in-person classes, revision week, and overall course structure played a big role in helping me pass the exam. The quality of the instructors and their active engagement with candidates also made a significant difference.
10 months ago
Parth Tomer – CFA L1, August 2025
I believe that there are immense challenges brought with preparing for the CFA exam whether it being at any level. Managing time and priorities are important. With Kaplan’s interactive learning sessions, I happened to grasp the key concepts efficiently and apply it whilst practicing through their numerous practice pack questions. The quality of instructors happened to be very instrumental as they made complex concepts and ideas quite simple and concise.
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