The Bank Operations Institute is a two-year banking program of the Independent Bankers Association of Texas that provides practical bank management and leadership strategies necessary for successful community bank operations. It leads the training field in preparing community bankers for the challenges of an industry constantly changing in its complexity, standards, and expectations. Classes are held at the SW Graduate School of Banking at SMU Cox, which sets the standard for executive education in the financial services industry.
SWGSB at SMU Cox
November 8–12, 2026
Level I: $2,250
Level II: $2,250
Includes tuition, instructional materials, and some meals.
The Bank Operations Institute is well suited for those looking to develop and perfect managerial competencies in bank operations. This includes operations and lending officers, cashiers, and head tellers transitioning into management as well as branch managers, future chief financial officers, supervisory/management personnel, and C-Suite talent wanting a better grasp of the overall operations of community banks.
