Education & Events

November 30 to December 3, 2026

The 53rd Annual Midwest Agricultural Banking School delivers a solid foundation in agricultural credit principles and the most timely topics of the day, all with a minimum investment of time and money!  This School, co-sponsored by the Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Ohio & Michigan bankers associations and the Department of Agricultural Economics at Purdue, is designed to provide you with the practical aspects of agricultural credit & finance, farm management, marketing & related subjects. The development and implementation of this curriculum has involved hundreds of bankers and has resulted in a nationwide system of quality banker education, enhancing the education of bankers in the field of agricultural finance. As one of the 68 land-grant colleges and universities created through the Morrill Act of 1862, Purdue has acquired a reputation as one of America’s leading universities. Agriculture was one of two divisions originally established at Purdue in 1869, and since that time, Purdue has grown to become a recognized leader in all areas of agricultural education. Classroom work features practical aspects of agricultural credit and finance, farm management, marketing, and case studies.

Bankers demand a strong return on education, “ROE,” in terms of dollars, time, & effort spent. You can count on the Midwest Agricultural Banking School to provide:

• Practical, hands-on curriculum designed for learning by doing and for easy application at the bank;
• Small class size to increase networking opportunities and personalized instruction;
• A school designed and governed by bankers and taught by experienced bankers and consultants;
• Reasonable enrollment fees and an academic atmosphere conducive to a stimulating learning experience.

The Curriculum
The curriculum for the Midwest Agricultural Banking School is designed to provide you with the practical aspects of agricultural credit & finance, farm management, marketing & related subjects. The development and implementation of this curriculum has involved literally hundreds of bankers and has resulted in a nationwide system of quality banker education.

Location
Indiana Bankers Association
9104 Keystone Crossing
Indianapolis, IN 46240

Lodging
As part of your tuition, lodging accommodations at Home2 Suites by Hilton Indianapolis Keystone Crossing are included and will be reserved on your
behalf. The hotel is conveniently located just 1.3 miles from the IBA Headquarters at 9104 Keystone Crossing, Indianapolis, IN 46240. Additional details
regarding your hotel reservation will be provided prior to the program.

Tuition
Tuition fees are $1295 for co-sponsoring association members. These fees include room and board on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and all
instructional materials. Member commuter rate is available for $895. Tuition must accompany the official application. A 100% surcharge is applied for
non-members. 

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