This week we saw students from a range of schools across Liverpool meet with their mentors for the first time.
The students are in year 13 and currently working on the Extended Project as part of their CISI Level 3 CertISI qualification.
The qualification provides candidates with an introduction to the financial services sector with a focus on investments. It is the equivalent of an A/S Level and supports progression to a range of finance and business related higher education courses.
The 21 students will complete a 4000 word report, complemented by a 500 word personal evaluation. The challenging titles include ‘Is the UK taxation system fair?’ and ‘Is it too difficult for young people to get onto the property ladder?’
The mentors will regularly meet with the students over the academic year and offer ‘real life’ guidance and support. The project is designed to expand the student’s skills in planning, analysis, criticism and self-reflection. The mentors are all established professionals, working in a variety of financial roles across the city.
Mentor Jaclyn King-Gibson, Investment Manager at Rathbones (pictured) imparts her wisdom on a young learner.
We hope all the students and mentors have a very rewarding experience and we wish all the students the very best for the academic year.