Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses

ISBA offers a practical programme of CPD designed to support every stage of a bursar’s professional journey. Whether you're exploring the role for the first time or stepping into it with new responsibilities, our courses, webinars and conferences are led by experienced professionals and reflect the real-world demands of working in independent schools today.

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So, you want to be a bursar?

A programme of 4 webinars, available to anyone, providing a clear and accessible introduction to the independent school sector and the bursar’s role. You'll gain insight into the education landscape, day-to-day responsibilities, the recruitment process, and how to prepare for your next step.

The Programme also includes a dedicated 1:1 consultation with a member of the ISBA executive team, offering tailored guidance to help you explore your career options.

It's ideal for anyone thinking about becoming a bursar or taking on a senior business leadership role in an independent school

Newly Appointed Bursars

This free on-line course, available to ISBA member schools, is designed to support bursars and operational support teams in the early months of their appointment.  It focuses on the practical aspects of independent school leadership, compliance, governance, financial strategy, estates and operational oversight helping gain confidence and clarity from the start.

Open to all staff from ISBA member schools, please contact the ISBA team for more information: isbaoffice@theisba.org.uk