Bedaya Program 2025-2026

The Bedaya Program is a pre-graduate initiative aimed at engaging Emirati university students during their education. This program offers flexible scheduling, comprehensive training, and global opportunities, preparing participants for full-time careers in banking and enhancing their chances of joining the prestigious Ethraa Graduate Programs.

Program Highlights

Flexible Scheduling: Program spans 1 to 2 years, with 2 months of intensive training during each university break

Comprehensive Training: Core banking and functional training across multiple areas

Global Opportunity: Chance for placements at FAB’s international offices across 20+ markets, including Switzerland, UK, Gulf, Singapore, and the U.S.

Future Prospects: Fast-track pathway to Ethraa & MTP Graduate Programs and full-time roles

Learning Journey

Induction: 1-day onboarding and orientation

Foundation: 4 weeks of banking fundamentals and governance modules

Exploration: 4 weeks of on-the-job training and mentorship

Transition: 1 week of career workshops and professional development

Responsibilities

Participate in structured training during university breaks

Engage in cross-functional projects and on-the-job learning

Complete curated e-learning and mentorship sessions

Prepare for transition to full-time career through workshops and assessments

Qualifications

UAE National with a Family Book

3rd or 4th year university student

Minimum GPA of 3.0

Majors include:

Finance, Accounting, Business Administration

Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity

Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Industrial Engineering

Economics, International Relations, Political Science, Corporate Law, Financial Technology