Why ACF?

ACF offers a fresh approach to financial training. We believe active financial training helps to develop the most successful financial professionals, and we emphasise realistic practice at every stage. Our methodology is an effective blend of instruction, simulation, and online learning that maintains interest and motivation. From finance foundations to complex financial instruments and strategies, we believe immediate practical application is key.
 

ACF Consultants are pioneers and world leaders in the creation of simulations for banking, business and finance. Our sophisticated financial simulations are the most challenging and realistic available for training finance professionals. Simulation is simply the most compelling way for adults to learn and the ultimate experiential learning experience. Theory is put into practice in an exciting, virtual business environment. The combination of immediate feedback and the buzz of competition is unbeatable for consolidating learning and acquiring real skills. 

ACF has a team of world-class instructors. Finance professionals, with extensive practical experience and outstanding teaching skills, they are passionate about learning.  They know how to create and maintain interest and energy. Every instructor stays current with new developments in the world of finance and banking and also in learning and development.  Our instructors are dedicated to making your people a success. 

We have created a powerful eLearning system for banking and finance – Acumen. Covering a wide range of finance topics, and using the latest interactive technology, Acumen is another tool in the blended and active learning toolkit. Appropriate Acumen modules can be assigned to any program for use before, during or after the program.

Acumen offers flexibility – We know that eLearning is expensive, even though it is often only used at certain times of year – during new hire programs, or for compliance training. Why make big annual payments for firm-wide eLearning when only a few people use it for a fraction of the time? Acumen offers flexible eLearning without the ongoing cost. It is available exactly when and where it is needed and costs are containable.

ACF has developed arrange of easy to use tools to aid the training process. Customised learning portals. reporting systems and online examinations are all part of the ACF learning package. We help make the process of delivery, reporting and analysis smooth and efficient. 

We have a team of dedicated people to help ensure that every learning event runs efficiently and delivers a successful outcome.  Qualified project managers ensure targets are met and everything from pre-program organisation to post program reporting is delivered on time. 

ACF offers a full range of learning services and consultancy, including TNA, program design and delivery, creating bespoke eLearning, customised simulations and firm-specific learning technology. ACF can help to set up your corporate university and advise how learning can be effectively aligned with business goals. We can create highly motivating programs that are fast, cost effective, and enjoyable. 

ACF is committed to supporting clients beyond a particular training event. We recognise that training is not just a cost, or a necessary hurdle to clear to tick the compliance box. Training is a performance improvement tool. It is an investment that pays positive dividends for any successful business.

In a highly regulated and fast-moving industry like banking and finance effective financial training is absolutely vital. From new hires to those stepping up to leadership roles, training needs to be a continuing – and challenging – process.

ACF values every client relationship and we aim to be the go-to resource whenever there may be a training need, and even when there is not. We are pleased to share ideas, brainstorm and suggest creative solutions at any time.

ACF aims to offer real value for money. We recognise training budgets are often under pressure. Clients want programs that are shorter and cheaper to deliver without sacrificing quality or content.

ACF can help to achieve this. Using our own powerful learning tools and experiential method we focus on a high level of participant engagement and retention.  Our highly motivating active learning programs are not only effective, they are enjoyable.

ACF programs are cost-effective because people learn more in a shorter time-frame and they can immediately apply what they have learned. The return on investment is measurable. People have new skills and they know how to use them immediately in the workplace.