Every September, a new cohort of graduates joins our Fast Track Consultant (FTC) programme \u2014 a 12-month programme designed to equip everyone with the skills needed, regardless of degree, to become a management consultant at i3Works. The FTC programme is centred around hands on experience, gaining industry recognised qualifications and supporting the local community through our annual charity project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our most recent cohort joined us in September 2024 and over the 12 months, they have work on several client projects, supported by structured training and coaching. They have gained industry recognised qualifications to support their learning all whilst tackling varied challenges, and developing core skills to support them through their careers as Consultants and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2024\/25 Highlights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This year\u2019s cohort has achieved a huge amount in just 12 months, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Supporting a local charity\u2019s digital migration<\/strong> \u2014 successfully migrated Off the Record\u2019s systems from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365, enabling better collaboration and more secure data handling for their essential youth mental health services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Delivering cross-sector impact<\/strong> \u2014 working with our clients including Defra and Defence to improve efficiency, drive innovation, and support organisational change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Delivering internal projects<\/strong> \u2014 Our FTCs have taken ownership of internal projects, working with senior stakeholders to ensure that the end solution will be aligned to business needs. This has allowed for more efficient ways of working whilst also developing \u2018soft skills\u2019 which will aid them throughout their career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It has been a great year for our FTCs but also for us, with all they\u2019ve taught us and everything they\u2019ve delivered throughout their time on the FTC Programme. From challenging timelines to unclear deliverables, they have persevered and consistently produced outstanding results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Looking Ahead<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n As the 2024 FTCs start to navigate their roles as consultants, we are getting ready to welcome our 2025 cohort who will join us on 1st September, bringing fresh energy, new ideas, and their own unique mark on the programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To the 2024 cohort \u2014 thank you for your hard work, your creativity, and your commitment. You\u2019ve set a high standard for those who follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We asked some of our postgraduate Fast Track Consultants to reflect on their year, here\u2019s what they shared. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cMy year on the FTC programme has been extremely rewarding, from completing the charity project to gaining professional qualifications and getting hands-on experience in my client roles I believe the programme has equipped me to progress to the next stage in my career. The programme offers a great opportunity and you can really feel the development it provides.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Matt Daw<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThis year has been an incredible first step into consultancy, offering me exposure to a wide variety of roles and people who have helped shape and strengthen my skillset. I\u2019ve had many opportunities to step forward, take ownership, and immerse myself in technical work that I never imagined I\u2019d be involved in this time last year. This experience has ultimately helped me discover a more technical career path that I\u2019m truly passionate about\u2014something I may never have realised without the breadth and variety of the graduate scheme.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Callum Chalmers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cMy first year at i3 has been full-on in the best way! Working client-side early in the programme, I started building management consultancy skills from day one, interacting with clients, taking part in meetings, and leading my own work. After expressing an interest in architecture and digital consultancy, I\u2019ve been supported in working towards my goals through consulting on a technical contract and completing cloud computing certifications. Looking ahead, I feel ready for the step up after a great first year with i3.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 James Wylie<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cMy first year with i3Works has felt like being thrown in the deep end with a lifebuoy \u2014 I\u2019ve been given numerous opportunities to stretch beyond my comfort zone, while benefiting from a strong support network that has guided my development throughout.\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Dan Pearson<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cMy time as a FTC was a rewarding journey of tackling new challenges, building genuine connections with stakeholders and delivering results I could be proud of\u201d<\/em> \u2013 Shelece Wong<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Every September, a new cohort of graduates joins our Fast Track Consultant (FTC) programme \u2014 a 12-month programme designed to equip everyone with the skills needed, regardless of degree, to become a management consultant at i3Works. 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