At SAF we are committed to helping you become a lifelong learners, high performers, informed and intentional actors and network and community builders. We call this the SAF Mindset and it is supported by the behaviours of successful SAF students and future Accounting & Finance (A&F) professionals. Learning in SAF happens when you combine thee behaviours with the knowledge and skills you need to develop and the variety of opportunities and experiences you can choose to engage in.
We also believe in the importance and value of learning with and from your peers. While SAF has excellent professors to support your learning journey, your ability to learn with and from your peers will prepare you for the collaborative work environments that A&F professionals are a part of.
Nailah, a former AFM student, says this about the value of asking questions:
There’s a misconception that asking for help is a form of weakness. This is far from the truth. Asking for help demonstrates confidence and is a key factor to personal success. Seeking help was the best decision I could have made; my grades went up and my stress level went down. I strongly encourage students to overcome this fallacy that only the weak ones ask for help. Those who strive and succeed are the ones who are willing to work hard and seek help to overcome personal obstacles.
Lynn Graham
