Olivia Burnett awarded Best Overall Student on the CBMBA
We're delighted to celebrate the achievements of Olivia Burnett, a graduate of the Chartered Banker MBA, who received the award for Best Overall Student at the July 2026 graduation ceremony. Olivia Burnett was also recognised with the Outstanding Performance in Ethics award, highlighting her exceptional academic performance and commitment to ethical leadership throughout her studies.
Currently working as Associate Senior Counsel at CIBC Caribbean Bank Limited, Olivia Burnett successfully balanced her studies alongside a demanding legal career and family commitments, demonstrating the resilience and determination that characterise many Executive Education learners.
Reflecting on her experience of studying with Bangor University, Olivia Burnett said:
“The flexibility to study at my own pace and at hours that suited my schedule was invaluable, especially as a woman balancing both my career and motherhood.”
Throughout the programme, she developed expertise in risk management, corporate finance, ethics and compliance, and credit and lending, strengthening her ability to support strategic decision-making within the banking sector.
Speaking about her time on the programme, Olivia Burnett described the Chartered Banker MBA as “refreshing”, noting that it provided an opportunity to explore new disciplines beyond her legal background while learning from Bangor University's expert tutors.
Everyone at Bangor University's Executive Education team congratulates Olivia Burnett on these outstanding achievements and wishes her every success in the next stage of her career.
Ready to take the next step in your banking career? Discover how the Chartered Banker MBA can equip you with the leadership, strategic and ethical decision-making skills needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving financial services sector. Explore the programme and start your journey with Bangor University Executive Education today.