ISBA’s Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme is designed exclusively for our member schools, providing timely, practical and expert-led learning that helps bursars and operational leaders make confident, informed decisions to keep their schools efficient, compliant and financially resilient.
Delivered by professionals with extensive experience in and alongside independent schools, each session is relevant, topical and grounded in real-life operations - giving members clarity on key developments, emerging challenges and the wider context shaping the sector.
ISBA makes essential knowledge easy to access through live webinars, in-person events and an on-demand library — ensuring members have the insight they need, when they need it. This flexible approach saves valuable time, supports ongoing compliance and fosters forward-thinking leadership across schools.
ISBA members, explore our full range of CPD: please click here
So you want to be a bursar? programme - open to anyone exploring a bursar career
If you’re interested in becoming a bursar or a senior member of a finance team within the independent school sector, the So, you want to be a bursar? programme is designed for you.
Developed and delivered by ISBA’s specialist team and experienced bursars, this course is shaped by a deep understanding of the independent school environment. It’s designed to help you decide whether a bursar role is the right next step for you - and, if it is, to offer practical insight and guidance on how to prepare and set out with confidence.
Next course: 10 and 12 February 2026 - book below
Our terms and conditions of booking for the So, you want to be a bursar? programme can be found here
