WBA school prepares bankers for management roles, future success
Today’s high-performing banks are complex, fast-paced, and constantly adapting to shifting markets. In that environment, it is essential for high-performing bankers — especially those with the potential to rise within the institution — to have a clear understanding of the inner workings of the bank as a whole. The WBA School of Bank Management, coming to Madison April 20–24, provides that perspective and so much more. Registration for the school is still open for bankers interested in advancing their careers.
Past student PJ Childers, current president at Crossbridge Community Bank, was a School of Bank Management attendee several years ago. Childers says the school gave her a greater understanding of how the different functions within the bank intertwine. “The School of Bank Management was very beneficial in helping me grow in my career. Being able to learn how all areas of the bank function to come together as a whole gave me a larger perspective. This school was a great steppingstone to better prepare me for Graduate School of Banking,” she said.
Designed to help bankers prepare for the intensive, multi-year Graduate School of Banking (GSB), the School of Bank Management features many of the same faculty as GSB, and its curriculum dives into a wide range of foundational topics. This also makes the School of Bank Management an excellent option for bankers who aren’t able to commit to the time, expense, and/or travel required by a multi-year program.
Whether students attend as a precursor to GSB or as a standalone professional development opportunity, WBA’s School of Bank Management prepares them for leadership by helping them understand the connections between different areas of the bank, providing a deeper understanding of bank performance, and fostering a network of peers from across the state. The school also provides leadership development coursework to help students grow as managers and prepare them for future leadership roles within their institution.
The WBA School of Bank Management is the development solution for any banker looking to grow their leadership skills while enhancing and expanding their knowledge of banking as a business.
Learn more and register today at www.wisbank.com/BankManagement!
