Official Trade Apprenticeship Standard
Investment Banker & Financial Analyst Apprenticeship Pathway
Everything you need to know about starting a Investment Banker & Financial Analyst apprenticeship: entry qualifications, wage progression, Levy funding rules, and training provider options.
Apprenticeship Standard Details
DURATION
36 Months
START WAGE
£32,500/yr
SOC CODE
2421
Entry Requirements:
- BSc / MSc in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or Accounting
- CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) Charterholder or candidate status
Typical Learning Modules:
• Financial Valuation Modeling
• M&A Execution
• Bloomberg Terminal / Excel
• DCF & LBO Analysis
Certification Outcome
Degree / Professional Accreditation for Investment Banker & Financial Analyst
Top Training Providers
- Imperial College London
- University of Manchester
- QA Higher Education
Apprenticeship Standards & Source Attribution
Primary Source: Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) Occupational Standards • UK National Apprenticeship Service.
Wage Information: Minimum wage benchmarks reflect the UK National Minimum Wage for Apprentices (2026/27). Qualified pay rates reflect ONS ASHE survey data.
Last Reviewed: August 2026 • Next Review: April 2027
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