An International Workshop and Mini Training Courses had been organized at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel, Malaysia on 17th & 18th November 2009.
This prestigious two-day conference gathered global leaders, banking professionals, development practitioners, and microfinance experts to explore cutting-edge strategies in SME banking and financing where Dr. Mostaq Ahmmed conducted a two days Mini Training Courses beside delivering key lectures on SME Banking. With an emphasis on product innovation, portfolio enhancement, risk mitigation, and inclusive growth, the event offered unparalleled insights into leveraging SME finance to drive economic resilience and competitiveness.
Key Themes and Highlights: (Tuesday, 17th November 2009)
- SME Financing Opportunities: Learn how to effectively tap into the rapidly expanding SME sector by aligning business models with global market demands.
- Risk Management & Portfolio Diversification: Explore tools and strategies to mitigate risk while increasing outreach to underbanked SME clients.
- Product & Technology Innovation: Discover best practices in product development, digital transformation, and customer-centric services for SME banking.
- Islamic Microfinance & Social Impact: Sessions include innovative approaches to Islamic microfinance, financial inclusion, and sustainable development.
Mini-Course (Wednesday, 18th November 2009):
“Lessons Learned in Improving Replicability of Successful SME Banking”
Led by Dr. Mostaq Ahmmed, Deputy COO of ASA International and founder of ICMSE, this focused session provides practical insights into developing tailored SME financial products, market segmentation, credit scoring methods, operational risk minimization, and overcoming legal and institutional barriers.
Keynote Speakers & Panellists Included Representatives From:
- Standard Chartered, Citibank, ICICI Bank, HSBC, Dubai Islamic Bank, RCBC, Bangladesh Bank, and ADFIAP
- SME Corporation Malaysia, Malaysia SME, and leading microfinance institutions