Bank of Cyprus celebrates inaugural graduates of BoC Academy

The Bank of Cyprus on Tuesday celebrated the graduation of the inaugural class from the BoC Academy, an initiative carried out in collaboration with the CIM Business School.

Launched in 2023, the BoC Academy aims to foster both reskilling and upskilling, ensuring that the Bank of Cyprus staff remain at the forefront of the industry.

The ceremony saw twenty bank employees awarded certificates in Strategy, Digital Marketing, Business, and Organisational Behaviour, highlighting the bank’s commitment to lifelong learning and professional development.

Addressing the graduates, Irene Gregoriou Pavlidi, Executive Director of People & Change, emphasised the importance of continuous learning.

“Learning never ends and every experience, every piece of knowledge we gain makes us better people and professionals,” she stated.

“You, by your example, have proven that it is never too late to invest in ourselves and broaden our horizons,” she added.

Moreover, Pavlidi praised the graduates for their dedication and resilience, saying that “the skills and knowledge you have acquired will enable you to meet the modern demands of the times and open new doors in your professional career”.

“The effort you have made and the perseverance you have shown are admirable and an example to us all,” Pavlidi added.

The executive director also announced the expansion of the academy’s programmes in the upcoming academic year, including a new partnership with the University of Cyprus.

According to the announcement, this initiative is part of the bank’s strategic goal to empower its workforce by providing essential skills for a rapidly evolving marketplace.