Students of the Bachelor of Business (Banking & Finance) Program Taking Steps to Career Success through Preparation for the CFA Program
Bahrain Polytechnic has become the latest applied high education institution to be welcomed into the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program. The Bachelor of Business (Banking & Finance) Program has been acknowledged as incorporating at least 70 percent of the CFA Program curriculum and placing emphasis on the CFA Institute Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct within the program. This positions students well to pursue the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) charter, one of the most respected and recognized investment credentials globally.
Entry into the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program signals to potential students, employers, and the marketplace that Bahrain Polytechnic’s curriculum is closely aligned with professional practice and is well-suited to preparing students for the CFA Program examinations.
Through this affiliation, Bahrain Polytechnic is eligible to receive a limited number of CFA Program Student Scholarships each year.
Offered since the 2009–2010 academic year, Bahrain Polytechnic’s Bachelor of Business (Banking & Finance) program develops graduates with the expertise and agility demanded by today’s financial world. The program covers key areas including banking operations, corporate finance, investment analysis, and risk management, ensuring students gain both depth and breadth across financial disciplines.
Grounded in a problem-based learning model, the program connects academic knowledge with industry practice, encouraging students to solve real-world financial challenges. This hands-on approach strengthens analytical thinking, decision-making, and adaptability—skills that enhance employability and prepare graduates to contribute effectively to financial institutions, corporations, and regulatory bodies across local and global markets.
On this occasion, Professor Ciarán Ó Catháin, CEO of Bahrain Polytechnic, stated:
“We are delighted to have our Bachelor of Business (Banking & Finance) program recognized by the CFA Institute. This affiliation underscores our commitment to delivering a curriculum that is closely aligned with industry standards and professional practice. It provides our students with an exceptional pathway to career success and the opportunity to achieve the globally recognized CFA charter.”
