UBA inducts 3,200 under Graduate Management programme
United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has through its Graduate Management Acceleration Programme (GMAP) inducted 3,222 young professionals across Africa since it started. This is part of its commitment to make a significant impact in birthing the next generation of banking and finance professionals on the continent. Since inception three years ago, the GMAP, designed […]
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United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has through its Graduate Management Acceleration Programme (GMAP) inducted 3,222 young professionals across Africa since it started.
This is part of its commitment to make a significant impact in birthing the next generation of banking and finance professionals on the continent.
Since inception three years ago, the GMAP, designed to equip entrants with the necessary skills and knowledge, has provided mentorship, training and hands-on experience to young graduates for leadership roles in UBA.
On Wednesday, a ceremony was held at the Landmark Event Centre to induct another cohort of 1,138 successful graduates who were absorbed by the bank following intensive training spanning several months of rigorous learning, testing the entrants’ dedication and resilience.
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The UBA Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, the Group Managing Director/CEO, Oliver Alawuba, and other board members, executive management, faculty members, mentors, families, and friends of the graduates were in attendance.
Elumelu, who expressed his excitement over the new graduates, highlighted the bank’s passion for youth empowerment in Africa while bridging the unemployment gap, which according to him, remains one of the greatest challenges in the continent,
He said, “At UBA, we believe that Africa’s transformation is in the hands of young, dynamic and ambitious professionals such as you.
“Through GMAP, we are not only shaping future leaders but also reinforcing our commitment to excellence and impact. To our graduands, remember that success is built on hard work, resilience, and a commitment to continuous learning. The world is waiting for you to make your mark.
“This moment marks the beginning of a transformational journey that will shape your careers, your contributions to society, and Africa at large.
“The GMAP is a testament to our vision of empowering the brightest minds with the skills, knowledge and mind-set required to navigate the ever-evolving financial landscape.”
He pointed out UBA’s commitment to gender diversity and inclusion, highlighting that of the fresh 1,138 graduands, 666 (representing 58%) were women, a reflection of the bank’s dedication to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace.