Page 13 - CBAboarddoc2019

Graduate schools of banking

Graduate School of Banking at

Colorado

• Founded by CBA in 1952
• CBA co-sponsors with CU Regents
• Separate Board of Trustees — various states

• CBA representation on GSBC Board
▪ CBA President permanently on GSBC Board
▪ CBA names two other Board members
• CBA approval of amendments to GSBC Articles
• Innovative curriculum, community bank focused

• Separate Boulder staff

In 2019, GSBC hosted students from dozens of states, represented by
approximately 500 students. Historically, graduates have represented 49 states,
plus several countries outside the U.S.

Executive Development Institute for Community Bankers
GSBC recently formed a unique 19-month program designed to prepare internal bank
candidates for executive management roles at community banks. Participants attend four,

four-day sessions in Colorado which are hosted every six months, in April and October
respectively. A dual curriculum of advanced leadership and bank management strategies
prepares participants for the challenges associated with leading a community bank in
today’s increasingly competitive environment.

Graduate School of Banking at Madison, WI

The Graduate School of Banking at the University of
Wisconsin-Madison (GSB) was established in 1945
through the efforts of Dr. Herbert V. Prochnow (who

went on to become President of the First National Bank
of Chicago), the Dean of the UW School of Commerce,
and the Wisconsin Bankers Association. GSB's Graduate
School program provides a comprehensive course of study covering industry and

management subjects designed to prepare mid and upper level financial services
managers for positions of greater responsibility in their organizations.