The FDM Academy

Experience
Making IT your future
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FDM Academy is a unique post-graduate fast-track centre, responsible for launching the IT careers of over 2500
individuals to date. As a market leader, FDM Group continues to grow and expand, whilst the FDM Academy
Programme is enhanced year-on-year.

FDM’s award-winning Academy Programme bridges the gap between university and employment, equipping
aspiring IT Consultants with the right combination of skills and commercial expertise. Furthermore, this innovative
programme is recognised throughout the world for incorporating the most valuable aspects of post-graduate IT
specialisation and experience, eradicating the catch-22 scenario once and for all.

Due to the effectiveness of the fast-track scheme, the programme has become highly competitive, with only the best
individuals gaining entry to the FDM Academy. These are the individuals who progress to become high calibre IT
Consultants, renowned for their excellence in IT.

Silver Award
Training Department of the Year
2010

Best Place to Work 2009

Best Employer in Sussex 2009
International Business of the Year 2009
IITT Training Department of the Year 2009 (Gold)
IITT Training Department of the Year 2010 (Silver)
Best Technical Graduate Recruiter 2010
Best Graduate Training Programme 2010 (Highly Commended)
A track record of success
Exceptional IT Consultants delivering results that matter

FDM has over 200 prestigious clients

worldwide, including many of the FTSE
leading companies. Loyalty is a common
factor amongst our clients, many of which
have worked with FDM for over a decade.

As a direct result of the FDM Academy

Programme, our IT Consultants are highly
regarded by FDM clients. Their broad-
ranging expertise, combined with the quality
and efficiency of our service has enabled
FDM to build a reputation of excellence
throughout its history.

Today, FDM plays a vital role in servicing

clients in various sectors, including:
financial services, media, retail, insurance,
transport and logistics, telecommunications
and systems integrators.

Virgin Media, HSBC, BBC Worldwide,

John Lewis, Lloyds of London, RBS,
British Airways, Detica, UBS, Betfair,
Barclays, BSkyB, Deutsche Bank, BMW,
BNP Paribas, The AA, QBE, Goldman Sachs,
Swiftcover, B&Q, Lloyds Pharmacy, Misys,
Credit Suisse, Citigroup and Commerzbank…
 I have received nothing but quality
Consultants and very often recommend
FDM as a result of my experience. I have always found FDM
Development Team Leader
consultants to be highly
Credit Suisse motivated and quick learning
individuals, able to rapidly
become productive members
of the team.
Head of Broadcast and ATS ADM
BSkyB
The consultants that you have provided
have been extremely professional and
hard working – and we have no problems The calibre of people I have in
at all when integrating them with our my team from FDM are of a
team and clients. I am looking forward to very high standard.
extending our relationship and would be Production Support Manager
pleased to talk to any of your clients or HSBC
prospective clients about how effectively
your consultants have performed.
Test Manager
The AA
The FDM Academy Advantage
Award-winning company, award-winning people

Many IT and numerical science graduates seek further academic qualifications to advance
in their field. However, this may not be enough without commercial experience, which
is why the FDM Academy Programme is so effective. First-class training coupled with
invaluable experience results in success.

The Benefits
• Quality training & certification
• Invaluable experience with prestigious clients
• A route to senior management positions
• Opportunity for international travel
• Fast-track career progression
• Award-winning company

Career Opportunities
After the two-year programme, the sky is your limit. You will have priceless experience,
a first-class CV and impeccable references.

Your options include:

• Becoming a Senior Technical Consultant or Trainer at FDM
• Leading your own FDM division
• Specialising in Investment Banking
• Freelancing/contracting
• Securing a permanent job with a FTSE 100 company
Today is my first day working as a full time employee of HSBC
and it marks the end of my time with FDM. It’s been a really
exciting time and a tremendous experience that has taken me
places I would not have thought possible. Thanks to everyone
FDM launched my career straight after
who has helped and supported me along the way.
university. I’ve built upon my skillset
T. Sterling and they helped me apply these skills
effectively in the real world. Joining FDM
was definitely the right decision for me.
F. Adams

Prior to joining FDM I was struggling to secure a job as I didn’t

have much work experience and found myself turning up to
interviews ill prepared. Shortly after joining FDM, I was offered
a job at UBS Wealth Management Front Office Systems as an
Application Support Engineer. Currently, I am near the end of
the 2-year programme and still receiving support from FDM.
I could stay for a third year with a decent salary, join UBS as
a permanent employee, get a new job elsewhere or become
a freelancer. Thanks to FDM, the skills and experience I’ve
gained have changed my life around.
T. Taddese
The FDM Academy Programme
A unique fast-track experience designed to launch your IT career

Due to our impressive credentials and track record of success, we have high expectations right from the start. Selecting the best
individuals to join the FDM Academy Programme is a discerning and thorough process. However, those who are successful receive
free training and commercial experience working for blue-chip clients worldwide.

UNIX Testing Support Development Infrastructure PMO

SQL

Professional Skills EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

UBS
Commercial
Awareness
Duration
The FDM Academy Programme is a 2-year scheme, enabling fast-track
career progression into the IT industry. The specialised training streams take
How to apply
approximately 12 weeks to complete, followed by the opportunity to achieve Email your CV directly to
industry recognised certifications. Once you’ve completed the12-week intensive apply@fdmacademy.com
training induction, you will proceed to gain commercial experience working at or apply online via
various client sites. www.fdmacademy.com

Location
The training takes place in Brighton, London or Manchester. You should be
prepared to work anywhere in the UK. Additionally, we offer opportunities to
work abroad.

Admission
In order to join the FDM Academy Programme, you must fulfill the following
basic criteria:

Over 18 years of age

Commit to work for FDM during the 2-year programme
Legitimately entitled to work in the EU or USA
Geographically flexible
Have knowledge or practical experience in IT
Educated to degree level
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