Graduate School of Banking

Q :	I have been in banking, primarily in lending, and have not had a formal course in accounting. Would I qualify for enrollment in the program?
A :	The requirement is that you have basic knowledge of accounting and economics, but your experience as a lender would meet the academic requirements.

Q :	Will a university award academic hours to me upon completion of the program?
A :	Some universities may award academic credit to graduates. A major university awards 50% of the credits required for the MBA.

Q :	How does GSBLSU differ from other graduate schools of banking?
A :	The GSBLSU requires attendance at three two-week sessions and the completion of eleven extensive bank study projects. Some other schools have lesser requirements.

Q :	Why does the session generally conflict with the Memorial Day Holiday?
A :	The session is held on the campus at a time traditional students are not present. This time falls between the Spring and Summer term, which usually coincides with Memorial Day.

Q :	Are the courses taught at GSBLSU the same as I had in the state banking school I attended?
A :	Some of the courses at GSBLSU may have the same or similar titles as courses in the state schools, but they are taught at a higher level and with greater expectations at GSBLSU.

Q :	Must I attend the banking school in my state before attending GSBLSU?
A :	It is not necessary to attend a state banking school prior to attending GSBLSU.

Q :	Must I have a college degree to attend GSBLSU?
A :	A college degree is not a prerequisite to attending GSBLSU.

Q :	May I complete the banking school if I leave the industry?
A :	Students at the school who find employment in other industries may complete the program.

Q :	What costs are covered by the School's tuition?
A :	The tuition covers all cost of instruction, housing (double occupancy), and meals at the session. Private rooms are available for a nominal fee. Transportation to and from the session is the only cost not covered by the tuition.

Q :	Should a personal or professional problem arise that prevents me from attending the May session, may I continue the school the following year?
A :	A student in good standing may miss two consecutive sessions and return to complete the School.

Q :	Will my supervisor be informed of my grades at GSBLSU?
A :	Grade reports are sent only to the student enrolled. No one is informed of the students’ grades without his/her written instructions.

Q :	How much time is required to complete the bank study projects?
A :	As a general estimate, approximately 20 — 30 hours is required to complete each project.