A FINANCIAL comparison platform is encouraging Scottish higher education students to apply for its new scholarship in financial technology, fintech, on one condition – they must not be studying either finance or computer science.
And the unique approach by Quotezone.co.uk to addressing the sector’s looking skills shortage has won praise for its potential in increasing diversity.
Daniel Broby, MSc Fintech course director, at Strathclyde Business School, said: “Initiatives like this are exactly what the fintech sector needs. The financial sector is being reinvented and we need bright students to think out of the box. In this respect, diversity of backgrounds is a proven recipe for success.”
Greg Wilson, Quotezone.co.uk CEO, said: “Talented graduates are the lifeblood of the fintech sector, but our industry faces a looming talent shortage in the not-too-distant future.
“As an established player in this sector, Quotezone.co.uk is keen to connect with students that may never have considered a career in fintech, and encourage them to explore how they can be part of this dynamic, fast-growing industry no matter what degree they’re currently working towards.
“In fact, although I’m the CEO of one of the UK’s leading financial comparison platforms I graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering, which many of today’s university students might not view as a typical entry point to a successful career in fintech. That’s why our new scholarship programme is specifically designed for students that may never have considered a career in this sector.”
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