Every year on 17 October, the Sultanate of Oman celebrates Omani Women’s Day, a national occasion to take pride in the achievements of Omani women and their active presence across all sectors. Women are key partners in the national development journey under Oman Vision 2040, which places their empowerment at the heart of building a thriving society.
On this occasion, Bank Muscat, the leading financial services provider in the Sultanate, reaffirms its commitment to supporting and empowering Omani women, in the belief that an institution’s success is built on the strength of its people and the diversity of their contributions. Women work across the Bank’s departments, divisions, branches and centers, in roles ranging from retail and corporate banking to technical, administrative and leadership positions.
A Strong and Growing Presence
Omani women have contributed to the Bank’s progress over more than four decades, driving innovation across its business and playing an active role in its community initiatives. Today, the Bank’s female employees number over 2,000, representing more than 46% of its total workforce. Women hold over 20% of senior management positions, reflecting the Bank’s confidence in their capabilities and its commitment to equal opportunities for career progression. This year alone, 80 Omani women have joined the Bank out of more than 200 new hires, strengthening the presence of young national talent in the banking sector. Across the Bank, women are playing a pivotal role in leading projects, driving digital transformation and enhancing the customer experience.
A Supportive Workplace and Continuous Development
Bank Muscat is committed to providing a model work environment, with the facilities and services that help employees perform at their best across its head office, branches and centers in all governorates. The Bank continues to upgrade its branches and centers, and it annually recognises outstanding performers across its business.
To support career growth, the Bank offers a wide range of training courses and workshops every year, covering management, professional, soft and technical skills, among others. It also hosts speakers and subject-matter experts for inspiring sessions that broaden employees’ horizons and build confidence. Each year, the Bank also sponsors selected employees to complete their university or postgraduate studies or obtain professional certifications, in Oman and abroad. This year, 39 female employees benefited from these opportunities.
The Bank’s support extends beyond its own workforce to women entrepreneurs and customers across sectors, through tailored banking and financing solutions, workshops, and financial awareness and empowerment programmes that open new opportunities for growth. Initiatives such as al Wathbah Academy, which equips entrepreneurs with practical business and financial management skills, and the Bank’s financial literacy sessions for women and newlywed couples, drew strong participation and reflected the growing appetite for financial knowledge. Bank Muscat sees women as key partners in diversifying the national economy, promoting entrepreneurship and creating new opportunities for society.
Recognised for Excellence
In recognition of its role in developing and empowering its people, Bank Muscat was recently named “Company of the Year for Excellence in Women Empowerment in the Workplace” at The Origin Awards 2026, organised by Muscat Media Group. The Bank also received the Women Empowerment Excellence Award at the 15th Al Maraa’s Conference & Awards 2026, in addition to other prestigious awards in inclusion, financial literacy and workplace development. These honours reflect the Bank’s leading position in supporting women and encourage it to keep strengthening its initiatives.
Continued Commitment
Empowering Omani women remains a firm institutional approach at Bank Muscat, one that is renewed every year. The Bank will continue to develop its programmes and initiatives to widen opportunities for growth and leadership for women across all specialisations, and to enhance their contribution to the national economy and to a sustainable future for society.
