The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited in Bangladesh has been awarded with the Gold Medal in the Brandon Hall Group 2025 HCM Excellence Awards.
The bank was recognized for its ‘F Major Program’- a female talent development initiative tailored for colleagues in Bangladesh.
HSBC won the award in the category of ‘Best Leadership Development for Women’.
The Brandon Hall Excellence Awards, often referred to as the “Academy Awards of Learning and Development,” honour organizations worldwide that deliver innovative and impactful programs in talent development.
HSBC Bangladesh’s F Major Program was recognized during the 32nd annual edition of the Excellence Awards for its unique approach to nurturing leadership, measurable business impact, and its role in shaping future-ready female leaders.
Commenting on the achievement, Md Mahbub Ur Rahman, chief executive officer, HSBC Bangladesh, said: “At HSBC Bangladesh, we are committed to creating a culture of continuous learning and development. Our ‘F Major Program’ is about empowering these talented women to represent Bangladesh and shape the future of our industry. This award inspires us to keep working toward a more inclusive and equitable workplace.”
Nazika Imam, head of human resources & employee relations, HSBC Bangladesh, added: “We are immensely proud to receive this prestigious award. The F Major Program demonstrates how world-class learning opportunities can be designed and delivered locally, empowering our colleagues to grow their careers and contribute meaningfully to our business and community. This award highlights HSBC Bangladesh’s continued focus on investing in our people to drive long-term success.”
