Accenture has joined forces with the Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) to train the bank’s employees in the fields of data and AI. As the first bank in the UAE to launch an enterprise-wide data literacy programme, CBD is setting a new standard by enabling its employees to achieve certifications in both Data and AI.
With the financial services industry navigating an era of unprecedented digital transformation, the ‘CBD AI and Data for the Future’ programme will equip the bank’s workforce with the crucial skills needed to stay ahead of the curve.
This collaboration is designed to empower CBD’s employees by harnessing the full potential of innovative technologies, enabling them to meet and exceed the evolving expectations of their customers. Through this initiative, Udacity, part of Accenture, brings its combined expertise to the forefront, offering a comprehensive and future-ready digital upskilling programme that underscores the importance of data and AI in driving the bank’s digital evolution.
The programme will leverage the power of data management, analytics, and AI to enhance customer experience and operational resilience as part of CBD’s strategic transformation goals. Participants will also undergo hands-on training to strengthen job readiness and maximise engagement and learning outcomes. Udacity is also incorporating premium services such as expert-led, interactive sessions focused on mastering complex concepts, tech talks offering insights into emerging trends and applications in data and AI, and personalised Q&A sessions, courtesy of its 1,400+ mentors.
Max Di Gregorio, Managing Director at Accenture in the Middle East, said: “We are pleased to offer this innovative programme that enhances learning outcomes. As banking rapidly moves towards digital, businesses that build their digital core can improve operations, increase revenue quickly, and enhance the services they provide to their customers. This creates real value at speed and scale. CBD’s investment in making its employees digitally savvy gives it a significant advantage.”
Ali Imran, Chief Operating Officer at CBD, said: “Through this first-of-its-kind initiative, CBD is enabling workplace modernisation, fostering a culture of innovation, and setting a GCC-wide benchmark in data and AI upskilling. This programme demonstrates our commitment to delivering value-driven banking that empowers both our customers and the broader UAE community, ultimately providing the Bank with a sharper competitive edge by ensuring our employees are future-ready.”
