EDUCATION
IBA supports bankers professional development in the banking industry by providing access to education and training, both online and in-person, at pricing only available to our association members. Each program has been carefully curated to provide high-quality education, is focused on professional and leadership development, and maintains current financial regulatory standards. Explore the various training opportunities available to IBA members – if you have questions about any of our programming or would like to take advantage of these opportunities through an IBA membership, please get in touch!
PREMIER TRAININGS
IBA works with our partners and provides two in-person, comprehensive leadership development training opportunities per year.
EMERGING LEADERS
Created by IBA and our member banks, this program provides opportunities for young and ambitious bankers who have a goal to be a part of their bank’s leadership
EXECUTIVE DEVELOPMENT
This intensive, year-long program is designed to challenge and develop our members’ most talented future managers and executives on their teams
ONLINE EDUCATION
All professional development opportunities are provided by IBA-certified partners to ensure our members receive the best quality
ABA TRAINING
A comprehensive resource for training and education provided by the American Bankers Association (ABA)
ONCOURSE LEARNING
We’re proud to partner with OnCourse Learning to bring members hundreds of webinars every year – explore and sign up for your next webinar
CENTER FOR FINANCIAL TRAINING
IBA represents the interests for commercial banks of all sizes through policy and advocacy. These trainings provide…
INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY BANKERS OF AMERICA
IBA partners ICBA to provide in-depth training tailored specifically for our community banks
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
PACIFIC COAST BANKING SCHOOL
Pacific Coast Banking School, in partnership with the Graduate School of Business at the University of Washington, offers a unique combination of world class faculty, cutting-edge curriculum, and highly qualified participants.
August 23-September 4, 2026
GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BANKING – COLORADO
Since 1950, GSBC has been building community bank leaders through a curriculum that provides a broadened knowledge of the banking industry and the tools to tackle the challenges of an ever-changing economic environment.
July 19-31, 2026
GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BANKING – WISCONSIN MADISON
Helping develop banking leaders through a program of advanced management education. GSB offers comprehensive courses that focus on meeting the needs of today’s bank manager.
July 26–August 6, 2026
ABA STONIER GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BANKING
Stonier prepares today’s banking leaders for tomorrow’s opportunities through a comprehensive program that combines aspects of strategic planning, economics, financial management, and learning effective leadership skills.
May 28-June 4, 2026
SPECIALTY SCHOOLS FROM GSB WISCONSIN – MADISON
BANK TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT SCHOOL
This innovative school is designed by, and especially for, IT professionals and information security officers in the financial industry.
April 13-17, 2026
BANK CYBERSECURITY SCHOOL
Learn from industry leaders about today’s most critical issues in information assurance and cybersecurity for financial institutions.
October 12-16, 2026
FINANCIAL MANAGERS SCHOOL
Designed by CFOs, this prestigious school goes beyond the basics to present best practices and provide the tools to build a solid foundation in asset/liability management.
September 21-25, 2026
