Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony

Celebrating our higher education and professional graduates

Graduation at London’s historic Guildhall on Friday 24 October 2025 marked the first ceremony under our new name, Walbrook Institute London.

We celebrated our higher education students and advanced LIBF qualification holders at a prestigious ceremony at London’s Guildhall.

The ceremony has been held at the Guildhall for over 15 years, and this year’s event brought together approximately 150 graduates and 500 guests, including family, friends, the institute’s faculty and support staff, and special guests from the banking and finance sector.

Students from our higher and professional education programmes spoke at the event to share their feelings on the day, and we also presented prizes for outstanding student engagement and academic achievement.

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Highlights from the ceremony

Jathusa Mahendran wins special Vice-Chancellor prize

On-campus BSc student Jathusa Mahendran was particularly praised at the ceremony. She received a special prize from our CEO and Vice-Chancellor in recognition of her exceptional initiative, performance and impact in both academic and extracurricular pursuits.

During her studies, Jathusa was a Careers Ambassador during her final year, helping her fellow students to find jobs and prepare for life after graduation. She also represented the student body at academic board meetings with senior leaders.

Hear from the Class of 2025

Linzi Harris achieved a first class BSc (Hons) in Financial Services Management, and Chartership

“Completing my degree apprenticeship has been a journey of challenge and discovery – a reminder that determination, balance and passion can turn ambition into achievement. This year’s graduation is a real celebration for me and all the apprentices.”

Jenny Carrington received an Advanced Diploma in Banking and Finance, and Chartership

“Graduation day fills me with immense pride and a sense of celebration. It marks the achievement of an advanced qualification and chartership that have already begun to transform my professional journey. Gaining this qualification has boosted my confidence, deepened my knowledge, and enhanced my strategic understanding, opening up potentially broader career opportunities.”

Jacob Mangoro celebrated receiving a first class BSc (Hons) in Finance, Investment and Risk

"After three incredible years, I'm proud and excited to be graduating with a first-class degree in Finance, Investment & Risk. This experience has shaped the way I think and adapt, preparing me to turn knowledge into impact and ambition into change."

Graduation day is my favourite day in the Walbrook calendar – a chance to celebrate the success of our on-campus and online students, whatever stage of career or learning they’re at. It was fantastic to meet so many of our students and their families at the Guildhall, as well as hearing from our student speakers. I was also proud to present the CEO’s prize to an outstanding individual, Jathusa Mahendran, who represented and supported her fellow students while studying full-time at our London campus. I’d like to issue my congratulations again to all the professional and higher education students who graduated with us this year.

Steve Hill

Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer, Walbrook Institute London

A new chapter in 145 years of excellence

First founded in 1879 as the Chartered Institute of Bankers, we have over 145 years of delivering banking and financial education in the heart of the city. This year marks our first graduation under the Walbrook Institute London name, adopted in April 2025.

In addition to on-campus and online postgraduate programmes and apprenticeship teaching, Walbrook continues to offer professional financial services and banking qualifications and membership services under the LIBF name.

Our Class of 2025 will join a community of over 1.5 million students and alumni across 130 countries, shaping leadership and industries across the globe.

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