This study aims to explore the concept of authentic leadership and its potential in enhancing training effectiveness within commercial banks in Bangladesh. Through qualitative research methods, including interviews with employees and leaders from various commercial banks, the study investigates the dimensions of authentic leadership and its impact on training outcomes. The findings highlight the significance of authentic leadership behaviors such as transparency, integrity, empathy, and self-awareness in fostering employee engagement, motivation, and learning in training programs. The study contributes to the understanding of authentic leadership within the banking sector and provides practical implications for improving training effectiveness in commercial banks.

Authentic leadership, training effectiveness, commercial banks

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