The SW Graduate School of Banking at SMU Cox (SWGSB) has been elevating and equipping our nation’s community banking leaders since 1957. With the steadfast support of our strategic partners, Southern Methodist University and its Cox School of Business, we’ve made Dallas the destination for exceptional banking education.
SWGSB’s summer sessions, Commercial Lending School, and National Certified Community Bank Director’s Program are held on the campus of SMU in the heart of Dallas—a city where banking leadership and opportunity converge. Our setting allows participants to step beyond the classroom and into a dynamic financial center, where meaningful connections are made and industry insight comes to life.
As home to the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas and a concentration of leading financial institutions, Dallas stands at the forefront of banking innovation. At the same time, it offers the energy and sophistication of a world-class city—from professional sports and a thriving arts and music scene to nationally acclaimed dining. It is a place where rigorous executive education meets culture, conversation, and community.
The SWGSB Experience is wholly unique to our campus. Everything we do is focused on collaboration and participation. Our size is our strength, with small classes that allow you to connect with all of your classmates.
Our curriculum is challenging and engaging, inviting you to find innovative solutions. Above all, our goal is to equip every student with the confidence, connections, and expertise to elevate their career.
