Good opportunity to set your career on the right track, but it should only be considered as a last resort - IT Consultant FDM Group Employee Review

* The academy offers a good opportunity to develop the basic skills and knowledge needed to transition from en e.g. botanical surgery degree to an IT career. The academy staff are also very helpful and approachable, so if you make good use of your time there you can gain a lot of insight from their past experiences * You may encounter many like-minded consultants, which may develop into a beneficial network several years down the line. * Clients seem generally empathetic with the low level of support and tend work to compensate, so you may again find good opportunities for external networking and coaching. * Clients do indeed advertise roles which may truly fast-track your career. In order to reach them though you must first master the art of failing the interviews which are not aligned with your goals without being too conspicuous or causing a demonstrable breach of contract.