A pilot project involving Skills
Development Scotland (SDS), the City of Glasgow College and
financial services companies in Glasgow has won the Pioneer
category at this year's Scottish Financial Services
awards.
'Fast Track' is a six-week work-readiness course developed
for HND/Degree level under or unemployed graduates keen to follow a
career in financial services.
Responding to demand from the financial and business sector,
SDS led work with the City of Glasgow
College and employers to deliver the innovative course. The
Glasgow based employers include Barclays, Morgan Stanley, J.P.
Morgan, HSBC and Tesco Bank.
Scott Stewart, Head of Barclays Scotland said:
"This is a well-deserved achievement for this unique
course. Financial Services is a major employer in Glasgow with
over 48,000 people employed in the sector. Fast Track provides an
amazing opportunity for students to learn the skills that Financial
Services companies, in Glasgow, need to support their long-term
growth plans.
"The course is practical in its delivery with valuable
content, co-designed and delivered by industry experts, to enhance
the opportunities and progression of people looking to start their
career."
The 'Fast Track' programme is open to new applicants for its
January intake. Contact City of Glasgow College for
details.