Zahid Islam, Mf Ac, MBA, M.Comm, B.Comm (Accounting)
About Zahid Islam, Mf Ac, MBA, M.Comm, B.Comm (Accounting)
Zahid Islam is a Senior Manager and Team Leader at CIBC with extensive experience in commercial banking and a strong academic background in finance and accounting.
Professional Title and Current Position
Zahid Islam holds the position of Senior Manager & Team Leader at CIBC Commercial Banking in Prince George, BC. He has been in this role since 2018. As the Senior Manager & Team Leader, Zahid is responsible for overseeing commercial banking operations and leading a team to achieve business objectives.
Career History at CIBC
Prior to his current role, Zahid Islam worked at CIBC as a Senior Manager from 2016 to 2018. During this period, he was responsible for managing commercial banking activities, contributing to the growth and development of the bank's commercial portfolio in Prince George, BC. His experience at CIBC spans over multiple roles with a focus on commercial banking and team leadership.
Experience at Scotiabank
Zahid Islam's career at Scotiabank Commercial Banking included positions as a Senior Client Relationship Manager from 2015 to 2016 and as a Client Relationship Manager from 2012 to 2015. He played pivotal roles in managing client relationships and expanding the bank's commercial banking presence in Prince George, BC. His work involved developing and maintaining business relationships with commercial clients.
Roles at Al Hilal Bank and Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank
During his tenure in Abu Dhabi, UAE, Zahid Islam served as a Senior Relationship Manager at Al Hilal Bank from 2008 to 2010 and as a Relationship Manager at Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank from 2006 to 2008. In these roles, he managed commercial banking relationships and contributed to the expansion of the banks' commercial client bases. He was involved in the banking sector's strategic initiatives in the Middle East region.
Educational Qualifications
Zahid Islam has a strong educational background in finance and accounting. He holds a Master of Financial Accountability (MFAc) degree from York University (2010-2012), an MBA in Finance from Lahore University of Management Sciences (1998-2000), a Master of Commerce (M.Comm) in Accounting from the University of Dhaka (1996-1997), and a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Comm) in Accounting from the University of Dhaka (1992-1995). He also obtained a Higher Secondary School Certificate in Business/Commerce from Notre Dame College (1989-1991).