Markets

Markets

ACF specialise in providing first-rate training for the financial markets. Our seminars in this category cover the major markets in fixed income, equities, foreign exchange, and commodities.

The seminars explore how each financial market works, the financial instruments that trade, and the role played by each participant. By the end of the seminar, participants will gain a clear and practical understanding of how that market functions, and how it can be used in practice.

Upcoming Events

Event Dates Location
Foundations of Financial Markets Foundations of Financial Markets
The Foundations of Financial Markets course is a practical program designed to give participants a clear idea of how the financial markets work, and the roles played by the various participants in the market.
6 Jan 2025 - 8 Jan 2025 Miami
Foundations of Fixed Income Foundations of Fixed Income
The Foundations of Fixed Income course is intended to give participants a solid understanding of the role and functioning of the debt capital markets. The seminar covers a wide range of fixed-income instruments, their valuation, pricing, and hedging.
9 Jan 2025 Miami
Foundations of Foreign Exchange Foundations of Foreign Exchange
The Foundations of Foreign Exchange course explains the workings of the global FX market, and how spot, forward, and FX swap transactions can be used to effectively handle currency exposure.
9 Jan 2025 New York
Options Trading Masterclass Options Trading Masterclass
This intensely practical program will show you how to trade successfully in the $25bn-a-day world of equity options. We demystify the jargon and explain the key concepts in non-technical language. You’ll then be able to test your ideas on our uniquely powerful options trading simulator and receive immediate and incisive feedback.
9 Jan 2025 - 10 Jan 2025 Miami
Bond Math Bond Math
After attending this practical seminar, participants will have mastered the concepts, theory, and practices of bond math, be confident in pricing and valuing a diverse range of fixed income products, and understand exactly what makes these products tick.
10 Jan 2025 New York
Foundations of Foreign Exchange Foundations of Foreign Exchange
The Foundations of Foreign Exchange course explains the workings of the global FX market, and how spot, forward, and FX swap transactions can be used to effectively handle currency exposure.
10 Jan 2025 Miami
Foundations of Financial Markets Foundations of Financial Markets
The Foundations of Financial Markets course is a practical program designed to give participants a clear idea of how the financial markets work, and the roles played by the various participants in the market.
13 Jan 2025 - 15 Jan 2025 New York
Introduction to Capital Markets Introduction to Capital Markets
The Introduction to Capital Markets course is a comprehensive and intensely practical four-day program giving participants a clear idea of how the capital markets work, the range of instruments issued and traded, and the roles played by the various participants.
13 Jan 2025 - 16 Jan 2025 London
Introduction to Capital Markets Introduction to Capital Markets
The Introduction to Capital Markets course is a comprehensive and intensely practical four-day program giving participants a clear idea of how the capital markets work, the range of instruments issued and traded, and the roles played by the various participants.
13 Jan 2025 - 16 Jan 2025
Options Trading Masterclass Options Trading Masterclass
This intensely practical program will show you how to trade successfully in the $25bn-a-day world of equity options. We demystify the jargon and explain the key concepts in non-technical language. You’ll then be able to test your ideas on our uniquely powerful options trading simulator and receive immediate and incisive feedback.
13 Jan 2025 - 16 Jan 2025
Foundations of Fixed Income Foundations of Fixed Income
The Foundations of Fixed Income course is intended to give participants a solid understanding of the role and functioning of the debt capital markets. The seminar covers a wide range of fixed-income instruments, their valuation, pricing, and hedging.
16 Jan 2025 New York
Financial Markets for HR Professionals Financial Markets for HR Professionals
This course gives HR professionals an invaluable insight into the capital and derivatives markets. Each topic is explained clearly, so that participants can interpret the jargon, understand how each product works, and appreciate the role their organisation plays.
17 Jan 2025 New York
Foundations of Fixed Income Foundations of Fixed Income
The Foundations of Fixed Income course is intended to give participants a solid understanding of the role and functioning of the debt capital markets. The seminar covers a wide range of fixed-income instruments, their valuation, pricing, and hedging.
21 Jan 2025 - 22 Jan 2025
Bond Math Bond Math
After attending this practical seminar, participants will have mastered the concepts, theory, and practices of bond math, be confident in pricing and valuing a diverse range of fixed income products, and understand exactly what makes these products tick.
23 Jan 2025 - 24 Jan 2025
Lifecycle of a Trade and Recent Regulations Lifecycle of a Trade and Recent Regulations
The Lifecycle of a Trade and Recent Regulations course is an intensive foundation course that explains the mechanics of securities operations, from inception through to settlement and accounting.
30 Jan 2025 New York
Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies
The Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies course is an intensive course on blockchain technology and its use in cryptocurrencies and other applications.
31 Jan 2025 New York
Mastering MiFID II Mastering MiFID II
The Mastering MiFID II course is designed to demystify and explain what the MiFID rules are intended to achieve, and how they affect users of the financial markets in Europe.
31 Jan 2025 New York
Foundations of Foreign Exchange Foundations of Foreign Exchange
The Foundations of Foreign Exchange course explains the workings of the global FX market, and how spot, forward, and FX swap transactions can be used to effectively handle currency exposure.
3 Feb 2025 London
Lifecycle of a Trade and Recent Regulations Lifecycle of a Trade and Recent Regulations
The Lifecycle of a Trade and Recent Regulations course is an intensive foundation course that explains the mechanics of securities operations, from inception through to settlement and accounting.
7 Feb 2025 London
Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies
The Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies course is an intensive course on blockchain technology and its use in cryptocurrencies and other applications.
10 Feb 2025 - 11 Feb 2025
Foundations of Financial Markets Foundations of Financial Markets
The Foundations of Financial Markets course is a practical program designed to give participants a clear idea of how the financial markets work, and the roles played by the various participants in the market.
10 Feb 2025 - 12 Feb 2025 London
Bond Math Bond Math
After attending this practical seminar, participants will have mastered the concepts, theory, and practices of bond math, be confident in pricing and valuing a diverse range of fixed income products, and understand exactly what makes these products tick.
19 Feb 2025 London
Foundations of Foreign Exchange Foundations of Foreign Exchange
The Foundations of Foreign Exchange course explains the workings of the global FX market, and how spot, forward, and FX swap transactions can be used to effectively handle currency exposure.
20 Feb 2025 - 21 Feb 2025
Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies
The Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies course is an intensive course on blockchain technology and its use in cryptocurrencies and other applications.
21 Feb 2025 London
Financial Markets for HR Professionals Financial Markets for HR Professionals
This course gives HR professionals an invaluable insight into the capital and derivatives markets. Each topic is explained clearly, so that participants can interpret the jargon, understand how each product works, and appreciate the role their organisation plays.
3 Mar 2025 - 4 Mar 2025
Financial Markets Boot Camp Financial Markets Boot Camp
The Financial Markets Boot Camp is an intensive ten-day course designed to provide a solid preparation for any graduates starting their career in the global financial markets.
12 May 2025 - 23 May 2025 New York
Introduction to Capital Markets Introduction to Capital Markets
The Introduction to Capital Markets course is a comprehensive and intensely practical four-day program giving participants a clear idea of how the capital markets work, the range of instruments issued and traded, and the roles played by the various participants.
27 May 2025 - 30 May 2025 New York
Financial Markets Boot Camp Financial Markets Boot Camp
The Financial Markets Boot Camp is an intensive ten-day course designed to provide a solid preparation for any graduates starting their career in the global financial markets.
1 Sep 2025 - 12 Sep 2025
Financial Markets Boot Camp Financial Markets Boot Camp
The Financial Markets Boot Camp is an intensive ten-day course designed to provide a solid preparation for any graduates starting their career in the global financial markets.
1 Sep 2025 - 12 Sep 2025 London
Traded Products and Risk Management Traded Products and Risk Management
This course is designed for bankers, corporates, and regulators. Participants will not only learn how each financial product works, but will also understand the risks associated with their management and use.
20 Oct 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 New York
Traded Products and Risk Management Traded Products and Risk Management
This course is designed for bankers, corporates, and regulators. Participants will not only learn how each financial product works, but will also understand the risks associated with their management and use.
8 Dec 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 London