JIBS University Centre

Congratulations to our Class of 2020!

10 students graduated from Jersey International Business School University Centre on Friday 30 October, after two years of studying the BSc (Hons) International Financial Services degree.

Many thanks to Joe Moynihan of Jersey Finance Education who presented the graduates with their certificates at the ceremony, which was held at St Paul's Church. Thank you also to our industry Undergraduate Employment Partners who supported our students by offering work placements.

It's been a pleasure seeing you through your studies. A big well done from us all at JIBS for having made it through to today.

Considering your next step? Come talk to one of our degree team to find out the benefits of joining the cohort this year and studying for a degree in BSc (Hons) International Financial Services. Student Finance is available to all those who meet the criteria. To find out more visit our website: https://lnkd.in/g9n3KBu or contact us on:

Phone: +44 (0)1534 816333
Email: [email protected]
Alternatively, pop into the University Centre located at The Weighbridge.

100% of our current degree students who wanted an industry work placement and were eligible for one were successful in securing paid work two days a week at our Undergraduate Employment Programme partners. Applications for the degree are still being accepted for October 2018. http://ow.ly/yndz30gTwLk

Translate the theory of your degree into practice Take advantage of the opportunity to gain paid industry experience throughout the two years of the degree. The Undergraduate Employment Programme is supported by companies including HSBC, UBS, Barclays, Rathbones and Ashburton.

Congratulations to all students today who received their A-Level results. If you do find yourself in then don't panic, we still have some spaces available at JIBS University Centre. Contact us between 9am-5pm on 01534 816333 to talk about your options.
Visit our website to find out more about the BSc (Hons) International Financial Services degree offered on the beautiful Island of Jersey: www.studyinjersey.co.uk/degree

Our students were delighted to welcome Maria Gardner and Marc Ferrer, from Asset Risk Consultants Ltds (ARC), at yesterday's lecture. They provided an insight into their interactions with intermediaries such as Trust, Charity and Investment Managers. Their input was invaluable, providing insight into how the academic theories our students are learning in the classroom, are applied in practice in a rigorous professional environment.

In order for our students to gain the most out of studying for a degree they are often taught by leading industry experts. Our second years recently welcomed Lee Quémard, Head of Investment Reporting at Enhance Group, who hosted a seminar on the 'The Role of International Financial Centres within the global economy’. He provided an ‘on the ground’ insight into the opportunities and challenges offshore centres face, enabling our students to apply academic theory to contemporary issues.

To find out more benefits of studying for a BSc (Hons) degree at JIBS University Centre, visit our website: www.studyinjersey.co.uk/degree

Our second year students are currently studying 'The Role of International Financial Centres' as a core unit in their BSc (Hons) degree in International Financial Services. We were delighted to welcome Allan Wood, Director of Business Development Growth Markets at Jersey Finance. Allan chaired a seminar on the role that Jersey plays in the global economy and how it facilitates FDI in developed and growth markets alike. Our students discussed the challenges Jersey faces going forward and how it is well placed to continue to perform despite the rather volatile global backdrop. As a leading industry figure, Allan’s input was invaluable and we hope to welcome him back.

Our students put their knowledge of Offshore Financial Centers to good use at the Royal Court as they debated the ‘Merits and demerits of Offshore Financial Centers to the global economy, considering moral and social implications’. The debate was adjudicated by Advocates and Partners of Viberts: Christopher Scholefield and Rose Colley.

To find out more about our BSc (Hons) International Financial Services degree, visit our website: http://www.studyinjersey.co.uk

Looking forward to meeting you all later today at the Degree Open Evening where our lecturers, current students & alumni will be available to answer any questions you may have. Our Undergraduate Employment Partners, including SANNE, Crestbridge, Mourant Ozannes and Intertrust will also be present. These are just a handful of the organisations that offer paid work experience whilst our students study for a BSc (Hons) International Financial Services degree. The Degree Open Evening opens at 5:30pm, with a briefing session at 6pm. Find out more: www.studyinjersey.co.uk/degree-open-evening

We are looking forward to meeting you at the Degree Open Evening on Thursday 26th April where you can find out more about our 2-year BSc (Hons) International Financial Services degree and the associated paid work experience opportunities. Learn more: http://ow.ly/2Iuy30jy7Nk

Come and speak to our Undergraduate Employment Partners, including Alex Picot Chartered Accountants, First Names Group Careers, Triton Partners, Minerva Trust and BNP Paribas Asset Management at the Degree Open Evening. Each organisation offers paid work experience, where students benefit from working in key business areas in real-time projects. The Degree Open Evening is taking place on Thursday 26 April 2018. Find out more: www.studyinjersey.co.uk/degree-open-evening

We will be holding a Degree Open Evening where you can find out more about joining the October 2018 intake of the 2-year BSc (Hons) International Financial Services degree and the associated paid work experience opportunities. Learn more about the Degree Open Evening:
www.studyinjersey.co.uk/degree-open-evening

We are at the Jersey Higher Education fair today, situated in the Beauport room. Pop along and see us to hear about how we can help you start your global career in international financial services.

The Master's Open Evening is a chance to learn more about this opportunity to study for a Master's degree in International Financial Services in Jersey.

You probably have a good idea of what you want to study and want to gain a broad and specialised knowledge in that area. The Open Evening will be a chance for you to discuss how you can tailor the Master's to your own educational and professional desires and needs, as well as find out about applying, funding and careers.

Learn more and register:
www.studyinjersey.co.uk/MOE

Master's Open Evening Study in Jersey for a degree in International Financial Services awarded by the University of Buckingham, one of the UK's top universities.

"Rogue state" instability

"Over 2017 we maintained a cautious approach to equities as we felt valuations were generally too high across the globe. We also made pragmatic use of alternatives and bonds with equity correlation."

"One of our themes is political instability; we access this via Aerospace and Defence ETF which returned +22% last year. Our rather cynical view being every time President Trump threatens a “rogue state”, companies like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, General Dynamics and Rockwell experience a bump in share price."

Thanks to degree student Catherine Syvret and Master's student Bardia Bonakdar for helping to prepare this month's report.

http://www.studyinjersey.co.uk/model-portfolio/

First-hand experience of investment management

Our second year students are currently studying Portfolio Management as a core element of their BSc (Hons) International Financial Services degree. The course provides an insight into contemporary academic theory on portfolio management which is applied to the investment industry, ensuring students have a thorough understanding of key methods used in portfolio construction, taking client risk profiles into account.

This week we welcomed Chris Woodward, a Trainee Investment Manager from Quilter Cheviot. Chris hosted a discussion regarding the pensions conundrum in light of changing global demographics and the challenges investors face constructing a portfolio to last longer than ever before. Chris linked the discussion with key concepts being covered on the course such as the trade-off to achieve optimal risk and reward, and the efficiency of markets. Chris used the Quilter Cheviot investment philosophy and process to enabled students to link academic theories with practical realities of portfolio management.

Learn more about the degree and apply now:
www.studyinjersey.co.uk/degree

First Names Group Careers joins paid work programme:

YOUR LIFE AS A FIRST NAME

We’re a leading independent provider of trust, fund, real estate and corporate services operating in 14 different locations around the globe.

We credit this growth to our people – talented and driven individuals making things better for their teams, clients and communities. We call ourselves ‘First Names’.

Being a First Name means being passionate about both professional and personal development. We know that the prosperity of ourselves, our teams, our clients and our communities are intertwined and we work hard to achieve the best for everyone.

You will work in an environment that encourages open, honest discussion and collaboration. We will support your goals, celebrate your achievements and give you a variety of placements across our business so you have a true insight of the different career opportunities available.

Learn more about the Undergraduate Employment Programme:
www.studyinjersey.co.uk/UGEP

We were very grateful to have Maria Gardner, Senior Investment Analyst at Asset Risk Consultants (ARC), join us along with former student Ben Channing, now an Assistant Investment Analyst at ARC, as guest speakers for a talk on "Measuring the Success of a Portfolio".

Read the rest of Euan's blog here:
http://www.studyinjersey.co.uk/blogs/2018/1/29/measuring-the-success-of-a-portfolio-guest-lecture

Measuring the success of a portfolio – guest lecture We were very grateful to have Maria Gardner, Senior Investment Analyst at Asset Risk Consultants (ARC), join us along with former student Ben Channing, now an Assistant Investment Analyst at ARC, as guest speakers for a talk on "Measuring the Success of a Portfolio".

This week, we were delighted to welcome Maria Gardner, a Senior Investment Analyst, and JIBS degree alumnus Ben Channing from Asset Risk Consultants (ARC), to talk to our second year students, who are currently studying Portfolio Management as a core element of their BSc (Hons) International Financial Services degree.

Maria and Ben provided an insight into the value-added approach ARC use, measuring and comparing performance of portfolios while ensuring clients and investment managers are fully aware of risks involved. Their input was invaluable, providing an insight into how the academic theories they are learning in the classroom are applied in practice in a rigorous professional environment.

The Portfolio Management module provides an insight into contemporary academic theory on portfolio management which is applied to the investment industry, ensuring students have a thorough understanding of key methods used in portfolio construction taking into account client risk profiles.

www.studyinjersey.co.uk/degree

100% of our current degree students who wanted an industry work placement and were eligible for one were successful in securing paid work two days a week at our Undergraduate Employment Programme partners. Applications for the degree are now being accepted for October 2018. http://ow.ly/yndz30gTwLk

Thank you to all the teams and players and everyone who supported the tournament on Sunday, which raised over £3,000 for the Jersey 2 Africa 4 Foot Ball Foundation.

Jersey 2 Africa is a Jersey-based non-profit organisation whose mission is dedicated to improving young lives in Africa, both on and off the field.

The value of two-year degrees has been in the news recently, with the government planning to encourage the take-up of fast-track courses.

Jersey International Business School's two-year degree has been running successfully for five years, with our graduates already making great progress in their careers.

Benefits of 2-year degrees include saving on third year of tuition fees and a more focused and condensed timetable.

The JIBS degree also includes an optional paid work placement in industry, further adding value to the degree.

www.studyinjersey.co.uk/degree

Two-year degrees to lower tuition fees Jo Johnson wants to change a system where three-year degrees have "crowded out" anything else.

You could save over £50,000 by studying at JIBS University Centre, compared to studying a three-year degree at a UK university. As well as saving on travel and accommodation, students also do not incur the expense of the third year of tuition fees. Applications for the BSc (Hons) International Financial Services degree are now being accepted for October 2018. http://ow.ly/nCC230gTwLj

Awarded by the University of Buckingham, the degree is designed to lay the groundwork for a successful career in international financial services. The degree covers a range of subject areas in addition to pure financial services, including: law, economics, risk management and marketing. Apply now for October 2018. http://ow.ly/7RKj30gTwLf

The BSc (Hons) International Financial Services degree is supported by over 20 of the Island's leading financial services organisations, including Barclays, Alex Picot, Mourant Ozannes, UBS and Sanne. Each organisation offers paid work experience, where students benefit from working in key business areas in real-time projects. Apply now for October 2018.

www.studyinjersey.co.uk/degree

Sophie Eccles graduated in October 2017 with a First Class Honours degree in International Financial Services. Sophie picks out four aspects that really stood out for her as areas she really appreciated about the degree at JIBS University Centre and which helped her develop ready for a successful career in compliance and risk management.

Read Sophie's blog:

4 reflections on my completed degree Sophie Eccles graduated in October 2017 with a First Class Honours degree in International Financial Services. Sophie picks out four aspects that really stood out for her as areas she really appreciated about the degree at JIBS University Centre and which helped her develop ready for a successful ca

Harriet O'Connor graduated in October 2017 with a First Class Honours degree in International Financial Services. Reflecting on her time at JIBS University Centre, Harriet evaluates how the degree balanced breadth and depth, through the broad syllabus and the detailed industry insight provided to students by guest lecturers and event speakers.

Read Harriet's blog:

Breadth v depth: how the syllabus and course structure benefitted us Harriet O'Connor graduated in October 2017 with a First Class Honours degree in International Financial Services. Reflecting on her time at JIBS University Centre, Harriet evaluates how the degree balanced breadth and depth, through the broad syllabus and the detailed industry insight provid

Congratulations to our Class of 2017!

A record number of students graduated from Jersey International Business School University Centre on Friday 20 October with First Class degrees.

The graduation ceremony was held at the Parish Church of St Helier, and officiated by Sir Anthony Seldon, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Buckingham.

A total of eight students achieved First Class Honours – the highest number to date since the BSc (Hons) International Financial Services degree was launched in 2012.

Well done for all your hard work over the last two years! Keep in touch!

Sir Anthony Seldon, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Buckingham, addressed the convocation, congratulating our students and wishing them the best in the next step of their lives.