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Unlock higher opportunities through mentoring or become a mentor yourself in Bahrain.

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Join the IMC Bahrain Region to take advantage of exclusive discounts on mentor credentials, mentoring certification, and mentoring accreditation. Enhance your mentoring skills with extensive resources and templates, and become part of a global mentoring community.

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Advance your career and enhance your credibility with mentor credentials such as CAM, CPM, or CMM. The IMC Bahrain Region provides numerous opportunities to earn and renew these credentials, helping you to grow professionally and make a significant impact.
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IMC Accreditation

Achieve international recognition for your mentoring efforts with IMC accreditation for your training facility or organization. This will not only validate your mentoring programs but also showcase your commitment to quality mentoring for organizations within Bahrain.

Mentoring in Organizations

Demonstrate your organization's commitment to employee development through mentoring certification. IMC accreditation ensures your mentoring programs meet international standards, providing certification for your employees and a good mentoring culture.

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How Mentoring Impacts the Bahraini Society

Mentoring isn’t a new term in Bahrain, as it is favorably viewed and promoted in all aspects of life. For women, youth, or any other age group, society views mentoring as essential to the country’s progress and future development. Supported highly by the government and with active participation from the private sector, Bahrain ranks high on mentoring initiatives. Some examples include Tamkeen, Khibra Initiative, Entaliq with INJAZ, Qodwa, Reach mentoring, and Bahrain Business Women Society.

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Mentoring in Bahrain Key Statistics

Data-driven insights from Tamkeen, Qodwa Programme, Khibra Initiative, SheTrades, and University programs — building a diversified, knowledge-driven economy.

As of June 2026 · Tamkeen · CFA Bahrain · ITC SheTrades · PAAET · UOB · GU
▶ Tamkeen · National Workforce Development
Tamkeen (Labour Fund) Government · Strategic Partner
Bahrainis supported via employment & career programs 31,000+(2025)
31k+
Advisory Services platform (business + career mentoring) No costfor Bahrainis
Launch 2026
Pilot program satisfaction (2019) 80%+satisfaction rate
80%
Source: Tamkeen Annual Report 2025
▶ Qodwa Programme · CFA Society Bahrain
Financial Sector Mentorship 7th Cycle · 2026
Mentor-mentee pairings 150cumulative
150
Active mentors 80experienced leaders
80
Structured training hours 120+delivered across cycles
120h+
Source: CFA Society Bahrain · Qodwa Programme Report
▶ Khibra Initiative · Youth Career Mentoring
Global Shapers Manama Hub Youth Career Mentoring
2015 pilot: mentors linked with young Bahrainis 1,000+connections
1k+
2026 speed-mentoring event (May) 30 mentors + 30 mentees
1:1 sessions
Partner companies 10+industry sectors represented
10+
Source: Global Shapers Manama Hub · Khibra Initiative
▶ Entrepreneurship · CIPE & Tenmou
MSME Growth Impact 2024 Study
MSMEs that reported growth (revenue/profits/client base) 62%of 50 mentored firms
62%
Source: CIPE & Tenmou · Mentoring Impact Assessment 2024
▶ University of Bahrain · Career & Academic Advising
UOB Participation Data 2025
Female participation in career counseling 71%of total
71%
Female academic advisees >50%female representation
55%
Source: University of Bahrain · Office of Career Services
▶ Gulf University · Formal Mentorship Participation
Gulf University 2024–2025
Female students enrolled in at least one mentorship program 198 / 851(23% engagement)
23%
Source: Gulf University · Student Affairs Report 2025
▶ Women in Business · SheTrades Kuwait
SheTrades Kuwait · ITC + Visa Partnership Women & Youth Empowerment
Women-led SMEs mentored 200+direct beneficiaries
200+
Youth-led enterprises supported 150+young entrepreneurs
150+
Mentoring hours delivered 500+one-on-one & group sessions
500+ hours
Source: ITC SheTrades Kuwait · Visa Partnership Report
▶ Key Mentoring Insights — Bahrain

Government-backed scale

31k+

Bahrainis supported by Tamkeen career & mentoring programs (2025).

Financial sector maturity

150

mentor-mentee pairings via Qodwa (CFA Bahrain) — 7 cycles strong.

Youth & speed mentoring

1,000+

initial Khibra links + 2026 live events bridging young talents with leaders.

Women leadership focus

71%

of UOB career counseling participants are women; GU 23% formal engagement.

MSME growth impact

62%

of mentored small businesses reported revenue/profit growth (CIPE & Tenmou).

Global partnerships

500+

mentorship hours delivered through SheTrades Kuwait (ITC + Visa).

"Mentorship gave me the confidence to scale my business and connect with global markets." — Bahraini entrepreneur, SheTrades program
International Mentoring Center · Insights Hub Sources: Tamkeen · CFA Bahrain · Global Shapers Manama Hub · CIPE & Tenmou · UOB · GU · ITC SheTrades

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Benefits of Mentoring in Bahrain Impact Delivery

How structured mentorship drives organizational growth, academic confidence, and professional credibility — building a diversified, knowledge-driven economy aligned with Bahrain Vision 2030.

As of June 2026 · Sources: Tamkeen · CFA Society Bahrain · UOB · Gulf University · Khibra · CIPE · Tenmou · UNDP

Organizational & Workforce Benefits

Higher Retention & Talent Development

In Bahrain's competitive market, Tamkeen's Advisory Services provide long-term career mentoring from industry veterans. The BHB Board Mentorship Program (Bahrain Bourse & BIBF) offers 32-40+ hours of training, preparing senior executives for board roles.

Future Leadership Pipeline

The Qodwa Programme (CFA Society Bahrain, launched 2018) is the flagship mentorship platform connecting experienced investment professionals with aspiring talents. It has successfully paired over 50 mentor/mentee relationships, with its seventh cycle recently graduating 18 participants.

Employee Engagement & Productivity

A mentoring culture fosters deeper connections to organizational goals. Tamkeen's Advisory Services include workshops, awareness roadshows, and advisory sessions designed to assist individuals and companies at different development phases.

Academic & Youth Development Benefits

Boosting Confidence & Leadership

At the University of Bahrain (UOB), female participation in career counseling programs reaches 71%, confirming that UOB's schemes are widely accessed by women. The UNDP Youth Leadership Programme (YLP) selected 30 exceptional young leaders from over 100 applicants.

Career Readiness & Mentorship

Gulf University reports that over 23% of female students (198 out of 851) participated in at least one formal mentorship program, directly preparing them for successful career transitions.

Alumni & Youth Engagement

The Khibra Initiative linked young Bahrainis with over 1,000 mentors. Zain Bahrain & Manama Hub host speed mentoring sessions connecting youth with tech and AI leaders, featuring 30 mentors from various sectors.

Professional & Global Benefits

Professional Credibility

Being mentored or serving as a mentor enhances professional reputation. Bahrain's financial sector recognizes Qodwa participants as credible, well-prepared leaders. The Women in Investment (WIM) Programme selected 26 women from 75 applicants for its third round.

Global Recognition & Networks

Mentoring connects Bahraini professionals to international standards. The UNDP programs and CIPE partnerships give local mentors and mentees visibility beyond the Gulf.

Skill Development & Business Growth

The CIPE & Tenmou MSME study found that 62% of mentored businesses achieved growth in revenue, sales, profits, employment, or client base. Tamkeen's Mashroo3i program provides tailored guidance and mentorship from experienced experts.

International Mentoring Center · Bahrain Chapter Sources: Tamkeen · CFA Society Bahrain · UOB · Gulf University · Khibra · CIPE · Tenmou · UNDP · Bahrain Bourse · BIBF

Accreditation Process

How Organizations in Bahrain Can Get IMC Accreditation

To maintain the highest level of standards in global mentoring, IMC has a rigorous review system to audit your organization’s program quality as part of our strict accreditation process requirements.

Your organization can opt to provide a mentoring program with more than 20 hours of training or a shorter one. This can get you a training accreditation or an endorsed training accreditation.

Your program must include mentoring skills and domain or knowledge development so as to be eligible for accreditation. Every program must incorporate the following three sections compulsorily:

The IMC Definition of Mentoring
The IMC Code of Conduct and Ethics
The IMC Core Competencies (minimum of 3 are must for accreditation)

The programs must provide participants with the necessary skills for each credential and ensure that the trainer is the primary mentor supervisor for at least a year.

The accreditation will be valid for three years from the date of issue.

The Accreditation Application Flow

The entire accreditation application process takes around four to six weeks.

Stage 1: Organization Details

Stage 2: Program Details

Stage 3: Instructor Details

Stage 4: Terms and Conditions

Following a successful review, you’ll receive an email notification confirming your IMC accreditation status and a media kit to display your accreditation.

Please feel free to contact us for any further clarification.

FAQs

IMC Bahrain is quite active in the country at the following locations:

  • Manama
  • Muharraq
  • Riffa

Getting credentialed from IMC is your pathway to mentoring opportunities within and beyond the shores of Bahrain. It:

  • Opens up opportunities for leadership roles with Bahrain’s mentoring community.
  • Gives global recognition leading to increased opportunities.
  • Boosts your credibility, skills, and confidence.
  • Validates your ability to guide others professionally.
  • Enhances your professional standing in the GCC market.

You get to network locally and globally on an unimaginable scale after membership or credentialing:

  • Peer-to-peer mentoring opportunities.
  • Volunteering opportunities for initiatives where you can showcase your leadership skills.
  • Quarterly seminars
  • Fortnightly IMC events
  • Annual global networking event

Follow the simple steps listed below to become an IMC member in Bahrain

  1. Click JOIN NOW & create your IMC account.
  2. Activate (sign in to) your account after you receive the verification email.
  3. Complete the application form (after account verification) followed by payment.
  4. Once payment is processed and application reviewed, the IMC team issues your membership badge.
  • Individual Membership – $175 
  • Certified Associate Mentor (CAM)
  1. For those with Individual Membership: $175
  2. Individual Membership + CAM: $325
  • Certified Professional Mentor (CPM)
  1. For those with Individual Membership: $275
  2. Individual Membership + CPM: $425
  • Certified Master Mentor (CMM)
  1. For those with Individual Membership: $475
  2. Individual Membership + CMM: $625

The local mentoring community in Bahrain has plenty of opportunities for you:

  • Lead a local chapter
  • Take part in the community events conducted by the IMC Bahrain Chapter
  • Volunteer with the IMC Bahrain region to give back to the community.
  • Collaborate with other volunteers to increase community involvement.

The IMC Bahrain Chapter appreciates and recognizes all established local mentoring initiatives that have had a profound impact on the Bahraini community. Some examples include the Khibra Initiative, Tamkeen, and the University of Bahrain.

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