Professor Wilson receives honorary fellowship
The Chartered Banker Institute has awarded the University of St Andrews Business School’s Professor John Wilson an Honorary Fellowship in recognition of his contribution to professional banking education and standards.
Professor Wilson is Head of the Department of Finance and Director of the Centre for Responsible Banking and Finance at the University of St Andrews Business School. Through his work across banking, finance and regulation, he has helped shape research, policy and practice in the field, while supporting the development of responsible finance professionals in the UK and internationally.
He also contributes to executive education for senior banking professionals worldwide, connecting industry leaders with current research and emerging best practice.
Beyond academia, Professor Wilson works closely with financial institutions and public bodies, including HSBC, the Financial Conduct Authority, and the Scottish and Irish Governments. His international collaborations include the South African Reserve Bank, the Italian Bankers Association and the Irish League of Credit Unions.
The Chartered Banker Institute is a UK-based global professional education body for bankers and a not-for-profit educational charity. Established by Royal Charter, it is the largest professional body for bankers in the UK, with more than 25,000 members across over 100 countries. It promotes high standards of professionalism, ethics and responsible banking practice.
Professor Wilson said:
“It is a privilege to receive this award and contribute to a profession whose work shapes the economy and wider society. Advancing responsible banking is not only an academic endeavour, but also a shared commitment to strengthening trust, improving decision-making, and supporting a more resilient financial system.”
Tanya Retter, Chief Executive of the Chartered Banker Institute, said:
“We are delighted to welcome Professor Wilson as an Honorary Fellow, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration with him and his team at the University of St Andrews Business School. His ongoing commitment to banking professionalism will play an important role in shaping the future of responsible banking.”