Chartered Banker Designation PDF Print E-mail

The prestigious professional designation, Chartered Banker is being offered in Ireland from 2010. It is awarded jointly by the Institute of Bankers in Ireland (IOB) and the Chartered Institute of Bankers in Scotland (CIOBS). Chartered Banker is aimed at those who wish to develop leadership and management careers in banking and financial services. Its introduction is a response to the demand from many quarters for a rigorous, internationally recognised professional designation for bankers, which incorporates both education and relevant experience. As of the 1st of January 2010 the Certified Banker (CeB) designation will cease to be awarded and will be replaced with the Chartered Banker designation. 

Chartered Banker is the most prestigious examination-based professional qualification awarded by the Institute. It is awarded to those who have gained both the requisite educational standard and experience to operate effectively in managerial, supervisory, professional or specialist roles in banking and financial services. Please note that the Chartered Banker designation CPD scheme does not fall under the Minimum Competency Requirements as set out by the Financial Regulator (www.financialregulator.ie).

Those who hold the Chartered Banker designation are:

  • Entitiled to use the title "Chartered Banker"
  • Receive the Institute's Chartered Banker parchment which confirms their right to use the title


The Chartered Banker designation provides a significant benchmark for organisations and individuals operating in the financial services industry and their customers. For example, the Chartered Banker designation:

  • Allows qualified individuals to have their knowledge and experience of Financial Services and their commitment to life-long learning validated by the Institute.
  • Provides verification for employers and regulators regarding the knowledge and experience attained by existing and prospective staff.
  • Provides additional insight for the public in assessing the knowledge and experience attained by the holder.


For information on the Chartered Banker guidelines events, recording and returning CPD hours and FAQs please click on the appropriate link on the left hand side.