October 5, 2025 – Kuwait – The Director General of the Kuwait Institute of Banking Studies (KIBS), Ms. Rana Al-Nibari, announced that KIBS has been accredited as a Pearson VUE testing center, a leader in computer-based certification exams, reinforcing its role as a leading entity in professional training and development in the banking, educational and professional sectors in Kuwait.
Al-Nibari stated that this global accreditation comes in recognition of KIBS’ pivotal role in supporting various banking, educational and professional sectors in Kuwait and in strengthening collaboration and enhancing educational partnerships with a number of prestigious international training institutions.
She emphasized KIBS’ commitment to providing a learning environment that promotes professional development and enables trainees to acquire the skills and expertise necessary to meet labor market demands, thereby enhancing its active role in supporting education and professional development across different sectors.
She added that this new partnership offers a wide range of globally recognized professional certification exams across various fields, noting that these exams are now available at KIBS which is an accredited Pearson VUE testing center.
She explained that the exams currently available at KIBS’ testing centers include:
She added that the center is planning to introduce additional exams to meet the needs and requirements of the local market.
Al-Nibari stated that through such accreditations, KIBS aims to meet the needs and support the career development of employees in the banking, financial and other key sectors in Kuwait.
She also highlighted KIBS’ prime location in the heart of Kuwait City which facilitates easy access, provides a suitable environment for hosting programs and exams through appropriate infrastructure and surrounding access facilities and includes renovated exam rooms equipped with the latest devices, ensuring a smooth and comfortable testing experience.
She noted that computer-based exams ensure a consistent and efficient testing experience, providing immediate results for many globally recognized certifications, including GMAT, PMI, GIAC, PRMIA, and CMA, which help enhance career opportunities and professional credibility.
She added that KIBS offers strong support for candidates, including assistance with exam registration, scheduling, troubleshooting technical issues and providing accessibility accommodations to ensure that all candidates can complete their exams easily and smoothly.
She emphasized that KIBS has continued to play a pivotal role in developing Kuwait’s banking, financial, educational and professional sectors for more than five decades. Its expertise has been leveraged to facilitate knowledge transfer and innovation and its offerings have evolved to include a wide range of programs and services such as assessments and testing, e-learning, professional certifications, executive development, training across various fields and publications on business and financial research.
About Pearson VUE:
Pearson VUE is a global leader in computer-based testing, delivering secure, reliable, and internationally accredited certification and licensure exams across industries such as IT, banking, healthcare, and finance. With over 20 years of experience and an extensive network of testing centers worldwide, Pearson VUE is trusted by leading organizations and professional bodies to provide accurate and secure assessments that help individuals advance their careers and strengthen community capabilities.
KIBS: Driving Excellence in Banking and Beyond
With over 50 years of expertise, KIBS continues to play a pivotal role in advancing Kuwait’s banking and financial sectors. KIBS offers an extensive portfolio of programs, including professional certifications, executive development and professional development training in diverse fields. Its commitment to knowledge dissemination is evident through e-learning platforms and finance research publications.
For more information about KIBS and upcoming initiatives, visit www.kibs.edu.kw.
