Attijariwafa Bank and ISCAE Group forge strategic partnership to advance academic excellence, employment

Attijariwafa bank and ISCAE Group have signed a strategic partnership agreement aimed at strengthening connections between academia and the corporate sector. The collaboration focuses on promoting academic excellence, enhancing graduate employability, and fostering innovation across Morocco’s education landscape.

The partnership framework encompasses several key initiatives designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and professional requirements. These include expanding internship opportunities, developing joint recruitment programs, and creating immersive learning experiences for students. The agreement also establishes cooperation around academic curricula and specialized training modules.

A significant component involves integrating promising young talent into advanced career development programs, including graduate schemes that provide structured pathways into the banking sector. Additionally, both institutions will collaborate on entrepreneurship initiatives and innovation projects that address real-world business challenges.

The signing ceremony took place at Attijariwafa bank headquarters in Casablanca, marking a milestone in the shared commitment of both organizations to support youth navigating rapidly evolving professional environments.

Mohamed Soussi, Deputy CEO for Group Human Capital at Attijariwafa bank, emphasized the strategic importance of human capital investment. “Africa’s future will be built through investment in its human capital,” he stated. “By aligning our ambitions and values, we create a sustainable bridge between academia and business to support young talent in their training, professional integration, and development of future-ready skills.”

Tarik El Malki, CEO of ISCAE Group, highlighted the institution’s commitment to connecting academic programs with market realities. “This partnership creates concrete pathways allowing our students to experience transformative learning, innovate, and develop tomorrow’s competencies,” he explained. “We’re building a generation of responsible leaders carrying values and ambition for their country and Africa.”
As a pan-African banking leader, Attijariwafa bank reaffirms its dedication to developing the continent’s most valuable resource: its people.