Ms. Lubna Farooq Malik, Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute of Banking and Finance (NIBAF), held a brief yet engaging interaction with participants of the PSPC Leadership Induction Program (PLIP) Batch-3 at NIBAF Pakistan, Islamabad. The session formed part of the institute’s ongoing efforts to foster leadership development and professional excellence among emerging talent in the financial and public sector ecosystem.
The interaction provided participants with a valuable opportunity to engage directly with senior leadership and gain insights drawn from extensive professional experience. During the session, Ms. Malik shared perspectives from her distinguished career, focusing on leadership values, institutional responsibility, and the evolving demands of professional roles in today’s dynamic economic environment. Her remarks emphasized the importance of adaptability, ethical leadership, and continuous learning in building sustainable careers.
Participants of PLIP Batch-3 also shared their experiences from the program, highlighting the skills and knowledge they have acquired during the course of the induction. They discussed key learnings related to leadership, governance, teamwork, and strategic thinking, reflecting on how the program has contributed to their personal and professional growth. The exchange created an open platform for dialogue, allowing participants to articulate their aspirations while receiving guidance from senior management.
The PSPC Leadership Induction Program is designed to develop future leaders by equipping them with core competencies required in complex organizational settings. Through structured training modules, interactive sessions, and exposure to experienced professionals, the program aims to strengthen leadership capacity within institutions. The interaction with the CEO was viewed by participants as a motivating component of the program, reinforcing the relevance of leadership principles discussed during training.
Ms. Lubna Farooq Malik encouraged participants to remain committed to excellence, integrity, and service-oriented leadership. She underscored the role of institutions like NIBAF in nurturing human capital and supporting professional development aligned with national priorities. Her engagement highlighted the importance of mentorship and knowledge sharing in creating a resilient and forward-looking workforce.
The session concluded on a positive note, with participants describing the interaction as a meaningful exchange of ideas, inspiration, and motivation. The discussion not only reinforced their learning outcomes but also strengthened their connection with institutional leadership. Such engagements are considered integral to leadership development initiatives, as they bridge the gap between theoretical learning and real-world professional experience.
NIBAF continues to play a central role in capacity building and leadership development across Pakistan’s financial and public sectors. Through programs like PLIP, the institute aims to cultivate a new generation of professionals equipped to meet evolving challenges and contribute effectively to institutional and economic development.
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