Resources

Is attending a Graduate School of Banking on your banking career to-do list? What once may have seemed like a career development opportunity just for commercial lenders, presidents, and CEOs is now a wide-open door for a variety of bank roles. And now, more women are attending a Graduate School of Banking than ever before and I AM HERE FOR IT!

However, women often have more obstacles to figure out when committing to a program like Graduate School of Banking. Most programs are 3-year commitments that involve a 2-week, in person session on a college campus miles away from their bank, family, and home. For some women, this can create the challenge of figuring out childcare, coordinating who can handle their bank duties in their absence, and possibly even alter their family planning! My boys are 6 years apart because of my attendance to GSBC. That was 100% my choice and I realize how was lucky I am that it all worked out according to my plan, but I know of several women who took breaks from their 3 year commitments or even dropped out of the program because, let’s be honest, maternity leave and banking school don’t always go well together.

The good news is that there are a variety of options when it comes to banking schools and likely one that fits your career and personal goals. After years of funneling questions for many women in banking about where to go, how to apply, and how to advocate to their boss for approval to attend, I have finally assembled the perfect resource page for all things Graduate School of Banking! While you browse the list below, consider following their social media accounts for additional information and engagement. When you apply, tell them the Girl Banker sent you!

Scholarships

Did you know that most state bank associations offer scholarships to bankers to attend various Graduate Schools of Banking? If you’re applying or approved to attend, be sure to check out your state’s scholarship opportunities. If selected, it not only saves your bank money but it is a great accolade to add to your resume

Events/Schools

Most of the schools listed below offering a variety of executive level and alumni

Graduate School of Banking Colorado

72nd Annual Session: July 16-28, 2023

Boulder, CO

Website: gsbcolorado.org

Contact:
Josie Bunch
josie@gsbcolorado.org

Testimonial from Alumni

Interesting Facts

Graduate School of Banking Colorado

72nd Annual Session: July 16-28, 2023

Boulder, CO

Contact:
Josie Bunch
josie@gsbcolorado.org

Testimonial from Alumni

Interesting Facts

Social Links

Graduate School of Banking Colorado

72nd Annual Session: July 16-28, 2023

Boulder, CO

Website: gsbcolorado.org

Contact:
Josie Bunch
josie@gsbcolorado.org

Testimonial from Alumni

Interesting Facts

Personal Development

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