Institute of Banking Studies

Name

Institute of Banking Studies

Legal name

Institute of Banking Studies

Website

https://ibs.edu.jo

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Amman

HQ country

Jordan

HQ region

Middle East

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Training Program Fees: Revenue generated from professional training programs, certifications, and diploma courses offered to banking and financial sector professionals. Programs are priced in Jordanian Dinars (JOD) and US Dollars (USD) ranging from approximately 500 to 1920 JOD per course.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Institute of Banking Studies is a vocational training provider delivering professional development programs for the banking, insurance, and financial services sector in Jordan. It offers short-term courses, post-graduate diplomas, master's degree programs, and 350+ international certifications through classroom training at its Amman, Irbid, and Aqaba branches and through its Learners Lead e-learning platform. Programs address areas including Islamic banking, AML/CFT compliance, digital banking, cybersecurity, risk management, and leadership, targeted at banking-sector employees and financial professionals.

Product overview

The Institute of Banking Studies (IBS) operates as Jordan's primary training arm for the banking and financial sector, offering a comprehensive portfolio centered around its core Learners Lead digital platform. The platform delivers multiple training methodologies (IDL, In-Class, Blended, Self-paced) and hosts specialized programs including Professional Certification Programs (CAMS, CBRM, CBBM, CCM), Specialized Banking Training, Islamic Banking Training, and Financial Sector Training. The Jordan FinTech Academy provides cutting-edge training in FinTech, AI, cybersecurity, data analytics, and digital banking. IBS also offers academic programs including a Master's in Banking and Finance in collaboration with the University of Jordan, and the Professional Diploma in Insurance. The institute supports diverse methodologies through workshops and conferences, management and leadership programs, and behavioral skills training, making it a unified platform addressing the complete professional development needs of Jordan's financial services workforce.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Learners Lead: Digital platform providing training methodologies including IDL (Interactive Distance Learning), In-Class, Blended, and Self-paced training options for trainees.

Products and services

• Short-term training courses (banking, Islamic banking, AML/CFT, digital banking, cybersecurity, risk, leadership) Modular, topic-specific classroom and online training programs for banking-sector employees and finance professionals, covering regulatory, technical, and leadership subjects.
• Post-graduate diploma programs Post-graduate diploma qualifications awarded by IBS, designed for banking and finance professionals seeking structured career-track credentials.
• Master's degree programs Master's-level degree programs in banking and finance disciplines offered through IBS.
• International certifications (350+ programs) Internationally recognized certification programs spanning banking, finance, risk, compliance, digital banking, and related disciplines, delivered in partnership with international certification bodies.
• Learners Lead e-learning platform Proprietary digital learning platform launched in 2022 that delivers IBS's training programs online, supports assessments, and manages learner enrollment for institutions and individuals.

Quantifiable outcome

• 119,040+ trainees trained
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GIZcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 June 2026Future cooperation in capacity building and financial sector development, with focus on FinTech training through the Jordan FinTech Academy national initiative providing specialized training in FinTech, AI, cybersecurity, data analytics, and digital banking.
• Gulf Bank (Kuwait)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 10 October 2025Training partnership to deliver specialized training as Gulf Bank prepares to become a Sharia-compliant bank. Training program focuses on Islamic finance, compliance, governance, and risk management to support the bank's transition.
• Central Bank of KuwaitcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2025Provided preliminary approval for Gulf Bank's transition to Sharia-compliant banking, indicating regulatory support for Islamic finance training initiatives.
• Jordan Insurance FederationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 May 2025Launched the Professional Diploma in Insurance as the first comprehensive specialized professional insurance program at national level. Program structured in three progressive stages covering insurance principles, claims, underwriting, and legislation, developed with input from 18 industry experts and academics. Supported by Central Bank of Jordan.
• FinTech Academy (FTA), SingaporecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration to drive FinTech innovation in Jordan through the Jordan FinTech Academy, a national initiative for specialized training in FinTech, AI, cybersecurity, data analytics, and digital banking.
• Institute of Bankers (IOB), IrelandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation agreement signed for professional development and knowledge exchange in banking education.
• European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMemorandum of understanding signed for cooperation in financial sector development and training.
• Central Bank of JordancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIBS is established under Article 37 of Central Bank of Jordan Law and is governed by Board of Directors headed by CBJ Governor. Central Bank announced launch of Jordan FinTech Academy in cooperation with IBS.
• University of JordancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint Master's program in Banking and Finance offered in cooperation with University of Jordan. Representative of University of Jordan sits on IBS Board of Directors.
• Mahna FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCooperation agreement signed to launch professional certification in Actuarial Sciences in Jordan.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Saudi Institute of Finance (SIF): Saudi Arabia-based professional training institution affiliated with the Saudi Central Bank, providing banking, insurance, and finance training to the Saudi workforce. Analogous regional peer to IBS in mandate and sponsorship structure but operating in a different national market.

Direct peers

• Chartered Banker Institute: UK-based professional body awarding the Chartered Banker designation and providing banking qualifications and CPD. A direct comparator to IBS's professional certification portfolio (CAMS, CBBM, CCM, CGSS, CIB).
• Frankfurt School of Finance & Management: Germany-based private business school that delivers professional and academic programs in banking, finance, and risk management, including certifications for practitioners. Closely comparable to IBS in its mix of professional certifications and degree partnerships.
• New York Institute of Finance (NYIF): US-based training provider serving global financial institutions with professional certifications, executive programs, and corporate training in banking and capital markets. Comparable to IBS in serving institutional banking clients with packaged certification products.
• Emirates Institute for Banking & Financial Studies (EIBFS): UAE-based banking-sector training institute established by the Central Bank of the UAE. Directly comparable to IBS in mandate, customer base (national banking workforce), and curriculum scope including Islamic finance and digital banking.
• London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF): UK-based historic banking educational body offering professional diplomas, certifications, and degrees to financial-services professionals. Comparable to IBS in its focus on banking qualifications and continuing professional development.
• Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF): Bahrain-based central bank-affiliated professional training institute offering banking, insurance, Islamic finance, and leadership programs across the GCC. Most structurally comparable peer to IBS as a sector-wide training arm of a national regulator.
• Institute of Bankers Ireland (IOB): Ireland's professional body for banking, providing accredited qualifications, CPD, and membership to financial-services professionals. IBS already has a cooperation agreement with IOB, underscoring their direct comparability in professional banking education.

Emerging players

• edX (2U): Global online learning platform from 2U hosting university and institutional programs including finance and data analytics. Competes with IBS's self-paced and blended offerings, especially for individual learners seeking globally recognized credentials.
• Coursera: Global online education platform offering professional certificates, specializations, and degree programs from universities and companies including finance and FinTech tracks. Represents an emerging self-paced alternative that competes for IBS's individual-learner segment at much lower price points.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/IBS_JO
• Facebookfacebook.com/ibs.jordan

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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