"The Course came at a time when I think it was badly needed and looked as if it was an integral component of the overall reform targeted at not only the financial sector in Jordan but the whole corporate Jordanian sector. More important is its relevance to Good Governance education sought by all stakeholders including regulators, shareholders, and sincere managements. Although the course was quite challenging, to me it was fun and enjoyable. I would like to congratulate the instructors, lecturers and supervisors for their success in adding good corporate value and knowledge to the course participants".
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H.E. Jawad Hadid
Member of the Board of Directors of a number of companies and banks
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"With over than three decades of working experience in Banking Industry and plentiful memberships in different Boards in several countries, I am delighted that I have participated in BoD Certification Program with JIoD based on its rich content, complete set of studying materials, creative discussions and distinguished trainers. Indeed, this experience has expanded the general awareness of Corporate Governance at international standards".
Mahdi Alawi
Jordan Commercial Bank
General Manager
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"From its corporate governance perspective, the "Board of Directors Certification Program" has thrown a fresh light on my understanding of the capacity, powers and responsibilities of the board of directors and enabled me to develop a more coherent association between international corporate governance principles and the unique cultural characteristics of my corporation".
Lina Barakat
Jerusalem Pharmaceuticals
Technical Director
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"I was nominated as Board Member in a bank to undertake the Board of Directors Certification Program, considering that my participation is deemed to be value-added to implement Excellency on governance practices within a highly regulated environment necessitating significant commitment to corporate governance. The program is essential for directors within all sectors by providing them with the crucial tools to meet their obligations within a global and dynamic business environment to ensure progress, growth and sustainability which represent challenges that must be met. As a participant I gained a solid grasp of governance best practice and exchanged a vast amount of knowledge from both the participants and trainers.
I strongly encourage directors to attend this course in order to be well equipped in leading public or private institutions and protecting stakeholder's rights".
Ibtissam Al-Ayoubi
Jordan Ahli Bank
Board Member
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“JIoD has definitely raised the bar with the “Board of Directors Certification Program”. It is a well-organized, comprehensive course that is delivered by highly qualified well experienced trainers providing in depth knowledge of Corporate Governance. One leaves the course with a real understanding of the key roles and duties of a well-structured highly effective board that provides value to its’ stakeholders. I would seriously recommend this course to board members and executive directors”.
Nadia Shahin
General Manager Amin Kawar And Sons Co. w.l.l
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"The JIOD's Board of Directors Certification Program is considered a pioneering initiative in the Middle East. It is designed and delivered in a very professional and comprehensive manner, to enable current and future board members and senior management personnel to understand and adapt to major concepts, issues and practices related to Corporate Governance. The program aids its target group to better understand their roles as Board Members, by exposing them to the best practices in this domain.
As a participant in the program, I was very satisfied with the level of professionalism and commitment shown by JIOD's staff and trainers. They did their utmost to provide us with a really fruitful training experience. Participants engaged in serious discussions about major issues and real life situations within the corporate environment, and inside the Board Rooms. This was a major advantage of the training sessions that were designed to encourage positive discussions and exchange of experiences between all.
All in all, I consider this program a must, for current and future Board members."
Karim Bitar
Former Board Member - VOIC, NCI, NBC, National Bank- Palestine
Board Member- Nakheel Palestine for Agricultural Investments - Palestine
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"Board of Directors Certification’ program was very rewarding. In addition to providing important information on how to avoid conflicts of interest at the workplace, the program addressed the concepts of corporate governance and decision-making methods in practical ways, as well as the value of looking at matters from a broad, comprehensive perspective rather than a narrow one.”
Khaled Zakaria
CEO – Middle East Payment Services (MEPS)
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I am sending this e-mail in order to thank JIoD for the well-organized “Board of Directors Certification Program”, which is conducted in cooperation between Jordanian Institute of Directors (JIoD) and IFC. The material presented during the four modules is up to date. In the nutshell, I can tell the following about the program:-
- The program clarifies the role of the BoD and the management, and clears the overlapping between the two roles. Moreover, its gives senior management and BoD the needed insight to tackle their business issues.
- Our group was outstanding and participants came from numerous working fields. Which is created the spirit of sharing knowledge and experience through different class discussions.
- I was familiar before the program with the content of the four modules, but the instructors and rich material added a lot to my knowledge and information. Since it presented at clear framework.
- The program was well-organized. Oraib is a great instructor/speaker and facilitator. Finally, I want to thank three instructors for their great experience and contribution during the program (Dr. Khaled Dahawy , Ms. Oraib Qubbaj and Mr. Ashraf Shenouda).
Ahmed Al- Haj Qasem
Financial Manager - Nakheel Palestine For Agricultural Investment LTD
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When I signed up for the Board of Directors Certification Program I had never taken any kind of board training. My experience as a board member had been limited to Not-for-Profit organizations of which I was a founding member; so I could honestly say that my experience was quite limited. A lot of the material covered during the course was material that I had never been exposed to. When I enrolled in the course I did not have the intention to certify myself. However, the structure, the instructors and the discussions that took place helped me learn so much that I took the next step and got my certification. I now feel that I have the competence and confidence to be a truly effective board member.
Rula Jardaneh
Founder and Chairwoman LOYAC, Lothan Youth Achievement Center
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"In regard to the Board Directors Certification program in corporate governance that I took with Jordan Institute of Directors JIoD and the IFC, I would thank JIoD team and the trainers for setting up and implementing such a program. For me as a board member of a bank I have learnt a lot from it. And I highly recommend this program for colleagues, all board members and executives. In fact I believe that boards should make it a mandatory step to all new board members to take this specialized training program to guarantee the desired level of board effectiveness."
Saleh Al-Kilani
BOD Jordan Commercial Bank