"A really fun and very interesting experience, inspiring!"

A Gomi, St Charles Catholic School, RBKC

Prospects in the City provide specialist opportunities for young people to gain direct insight into a multitude of careers that exist in the City of London and the City of Leeds.

Young people and education professionals can attend interactive walks, seminars, briefings and experience of work placements aimed at motivating, informing and raising aspirations. Working with an elite range of employers Prospects in the City opportunities provide young people with unique access into the inner workings of the City of London and Leeds.

May152012

A new trading partner for City Summer School 2012

 

 

 

Savi Trading is a proprietary trading company providing opportunities to further the careers of professional traders and discover new talent.

 During this years Gabbitas City Summer School we will visit a number of financial institutions.

We are delighted to add  the visit to Savi Trading to be lead by Partner Sachin Shah. He will talk about his background and his wealth of experience in the financial markets. He will also offer guidance and advice to those considering a career in trading. You will be able to see a live active trading floor with experienced and trainee traders.

“This is a great opportunity for students to gain an insight into the financial sector. It is not every day they have the chance to get a personal experience speaking with professionals of the industry they intend to pursue a career in.”  Sachin, Partner of Savi Trading.

They have just launched their new  Introduction to securities and investments 2 week course click here for more details.

 

Apr192012

Work Experience and employment

According to research  carried out by Dr Anthony Mann, Director of Research and Policy, Education and Employers Taskforce , around half of work experience placements are sourced directly by pupils or their families. This does not mean a good fit with the realities of demand in the labour market.

 There is a strong connection… Continue reading

Feb282012

Careers in IT

IT is an area with many up-and-coming careers and endless opportunities for entrepreneurs, but getting started can be very tough.   Prospects in the City is able to help with that preparation by offering students real experience with real IT professionals in London.

 Our unique City Walks will cover all aspects… Continue reading

Jan302012

Summer schools lead to better chance of top university place, says study

Report finds 76% of attendees gain place at renowned university and poorer pupils benefit most as their confidence soars.

Summer schools introduce school pupils to the culture of teaching at universities, says the report.

Teenagers who attend summer schools are significantly more likely to get into a highly competitive… Continue reading

Jan262012

Unique work experience

Join our Careers in Practice  courses in February Half term and gain exclusive access to City professionals specialising in Law, Finance or Medicine.

Not sure what career you want to pursue? The City offers a wide range of  careers, Prospects in the City will guide you through the choices available to… Continue reading

Jan262012

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Jan192012

Interested in becoming a journalist?

Find out how to enter the Brave New World of Video Journalism for On-Line where print meets broadcasting and journalism powers into the 21st Century!

 noSWeat’s reputation in journalism training is second-to-none withpast trainees working on national newspapers, magazines and in broadcasting.          

 Hear directly from noSWeat’s course director Steve Ward about journalism… Continue reading

Dec082011

Win a place on a “Careers in Practice” course in February half-term

Your chance to win a place (worth £200) on one of our two day intensive courses running in February half term. 

This unique opportunity will provide insight into career areas traditionally hard to access. Choose from Finance, Law or Medicine.

These events provide students with the practical experience necessary to improve chances of… Continue reading

Dec062011

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Nov232011

Don’t leave your career to chance!

Book a place now on our 2 day intensive courses in Medicine, Law and Finance and get one step closer to your chosen career. 

During the courses that take place in February half-term, you will visit and hear from employees working in  some of the most prestigious instiutions. Specialist careers advice will cover personal statements and interviews… Continue reading