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NIBAF | Jul-Sep 2020

arenas, globalization of fi- English Language Course for CARs
nancial activities, emergence
of new financial products and
increased level of competi- A three weeks English language course was held for central bankers and mid-level officers and
tion have opened up oppor- managers from the Central Asian Republics (CARs) at NIBAF, Islamabad under the Pakistan Tech-
tunities but also increased the nical Assistance Program (PTAP) jointly facilitated by the State Bank of Pakistan and Ministry of
potential risks from such de- Economic Affairs Division (EAD). The course is a regular feature in the international offerings at
velopments. Therefore, such NIBAF. The course covered communication basics, verbal and non verbal communication, effective
regional forums are very listening skills involving different forms of listening, general principles of effective communication
helpful in facilitating knowl- (7Cs), effective reading techniques, effective writing, introduction to business writing, writing busi-
edge exchange and ongoing ness letters, emails, meeting minutes reports, etc. presentation skills, team building and negotiation
collaboration for region spe- skills. The program focused in particular on improving the English language proficiency of the par-
cific issues which may pose ticipants through interactive learning sessions and participation. Through well designed activities,
potential risks for each of our the participants were encouraged to articulate and express their thoughts and ideas in a structured
banking sectors. way. They also practiced international business communication and worked on improving their pre-
sentation skills. This English Language Course provided the participants an opportunity to practice
listening, reading, speaking, writing. Renowned trainers were engaged to conduct these training
sessions.

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