Training - AFB

The AFB provides training courses for its members on banking related topics, with a focus on what is important to foreign banks operating in the UK. In order to ensure this, the AFB recently surveyed members to see what areas of training they were interested in and are using this information to plan future training courses. We aim to offer a variety of course types ranging from courses of a single session to courses which are studied over the course of a year that lead to a formal qualification.

The AFB is a trusted provider of training courses to members as we actively engage with our training partners to ensure that courses are bespoke and relevant, members have the opportunity to network with fellow professionals and courses are always competitively priced. All course participants are invited to provide feedback on our training courses and the feedback Is overwhelmingly positive.

Please see below for courses that we are currently running and look out for announcements of future courses.

AFB Financial Crime Compliance (AML) Diploma

The Diploma is a comprehensive learning programme designed to equip senior risk professionals with both the theoretical and practical knowledge required to enhance their knowledge and develop new skills and awareness around a topic which continues to be critical to all banks. The 2024 AFB Financial Crime (AML) Diploma has now closed for bookings. If you would like to register interest in the Diploma, contact us here.

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AFB Senior Managers Development Programme

This Programme is designed to help those in designated Senior Manager and other senior positions to keep abreast of topical areas of regulatory change. The 2025 SMDP is now open for registration.

Financial Crime Training Courses

In the 2023 AFB Training Survey, nearly 80% of respondents cited Financial Crime/AML as their top priority for training, alongside risk and compliance. With this in mind, we have worked closely with Great Chatwell Academy of Learning (GCAL) to create four new online instructor-led training courses:

These courses are online only and can be completed at the learner’s convenience. They have been tailored specifically for AFB member firms, and focus on practical applications of the learnings, which can be used in members day-to-day roles.

More Information on these courses here

AFB Looking at Conduct through the Lens of Culture

The 2024 ‘Looking at Conduct Through the Lens of Culture’ course has now concluded. If you would like to register interest for a future edition of this course, please email the AFB Secretariat.

Learn more about the course here

Certificate in Green and Sustainable Finance

This global, benchmark qualification will help individuals develop their understanding of green and sustainable finance principles and practice to apply to their roles and within their institutions.

More Information on this training here

Certificate in Climate Risk

This comprehensive learning programme is designed to equip risk professionals with the understanding and skills relating to climate change, climate risk and sustainable finance, and how to support their clients, colleagues and communities in the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon world.

More Information on this training here

Training Enquiries

If you would like any further information, or if you would like to discuss ideas for specific training courses, then please get in touch with us.