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.
Through this initiative, Udacity, part of Accenture, brings their 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.
This programme will leverage the power of data management, analytics, and AI to ensure enhancing customer experience and operational resilience as part of CBD’s strategic transformation goals. Participants will also undergo thorough hands-on training to strengthen job readiness to 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 on 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: “As banking is quickly moving to digital, businesses that are building their digital core can improve their operations, increase revenue quickly, and improve the services they provide to their customers. This creates real value on a fast and large scale. CBD’s investment in making its employees digitally savvy gives it a big 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 latest partnership underscores CBD’s active role in driving economic progress and aligns with the UAE’s vision for AI leadership.
