State Bank of India, through its Strategic Training Unit, has expanded into educational initiatives by partnering with leading educational platforms. As India's largest public sector bank, SBI has developed educational programs focusing on financial services, professional development, and workplace skills. The bank leverages its extensive banking and financial expertise to create courses that benefit both professionals and students.
4-6 weeks
Course duration
2-3
Hours per week required
3
Initial MOOCs offered
edX Partnership
IDP Education Partnership
While SBI is not a traditional educational institution, it provides significant career development support through its educational initiatives. The bank's courses are designed to enhance professional skills in banking and financial services. Through its partnership with edX, SBI offers courses that focus on practical workplace skills such as creativity, relationship marketing, and conflict resolution. The bank's collaboration with IDP Education helps students access education loans for international studies, supporting their educational and career aspirations. Additionally, through the SBI Foundation, the bank supports skill development programs for various segments of society, contributing to career development and entrepreneurship.
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they’re here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.

2 Courses
Banking Professional Advances Financial Education and Compliance
Rahul Sharma serves as Assistant General Manager and Faculty at State Bank Foundation Institute - Chetana, one of SBI's apex training institutes. With over two decades of banking experience since joining SBI as a Probationary Officer in 2002, he brings extensive expertise in branch management, credit monitoring, and anti-money laundering compliance. His educational credentials include an M.Sc. in Mathematics from the University of Kanpur, along with professional certifications as a Certified Financial Planner (FPSB Denver), Certified Anti-money Laundering Specialist (Miami), and Certified Associate of Indian Institute of Bankers. His international experience includes serving as Manager Compliance & Money Laundering Reporting Officer at SBI's DIFC Dubai branch. Through his role at SBFI-Chetana, he contributes to developing banking professionals while leveraging his expertise in financial planning, compliance, and credit management

7 Courses
Senior Banking Executive Leads Digital Innovation and Training
Hari S Iyer serves as Deputy General Manager and Director at State Bank Foundation Institute 'Chetana' Indore, bringing over 35 years of banking experience at State Bank of India. With an M.Com degree and CAIIB certification, he has established himself as an expert in human resources, customer relationship management, and digital banking initiatives. His notable achievement includes playing a key role in launching SBI's flagship digital platform 'YONO'. As Director of SBFI Chetana, he leads a team of nine faculty members, focusing on developing banking professionals while leveraging his extensive experience in branch operations, HR management, and digital banking. Beyond his professional duties, Iyer contributes to banking literature through published articles in respected journals and maintains interests in sports, reading, and music.