How Much Do You Know About The Public Sector?

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Ever considered a career in the public sector? Test your knowledge and discover available opportunities for University students.

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Who is listed within the Times Top 10 Graduate Employers?
- Teach First, NHS, Civil Service
- Google, John Lewis, Barclays
- Apple, BT, Shell
- Goldman Sachs, Tesco, British Airways
Correct Answer

A. Teach First, NHS, Civil Service

Explanation

Whilst all of these organisations are within the Top 100, Teach First, the NHS and the Civil Service are within the Top 10 highest ranking employers for graduates.

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What is the annual starting salary for the NHS graduate management training scheme?
- £16,444
- £22,444
- £13,444
- 19,444
Correct Answer

A. £22,444

Explanation

Many public sector industries offer competitive salaries for students, including TeachFirst, despite common misconceptions!

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Who did LGBT campaigning group, Stonewall acknowledge as the most improved employer of the year, 2014?
- TeachFirst
- FCA
- Civil Service
- Bank of England
Correct Answer

A. Civil Service

Explanation

The Civil Service also has a Rainbow Alliance for LGBT employees.

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How much public money was saved by the National Audit Office (NAO) during 2013-2014?
- £10,100
- £100,001
- £1000,010
- £1.1 billion
Correct Answer

A. £1.1 billion

Explanation

£16 is saved for every £1 the NAO spends.

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How many women make up the directors of the Financial Conduct Authority?
- 53%
- 23%
- 78%
- 11%
Correct Answer

A. 53%

Explanation

Aside from this, 44% of the Executive Committee are women. Women make up 42% of the FCA Board - which is significantly higher than the UK FTSE average of 20.3%.

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How much does a 6 week internship pay per day for first year undergraduate students at the Bank of England?
- Unpaid
- £65
- £40
- £55
Correct Answer

A. £65

Explanation

From Monetary Analysis to Financial Market Infrastructure to HR, Internal Audit and Prudential Policy, the Bank of England covers a wide range of specialties.

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The Civil Service increased the percentage of minority ethnic civil servants from 5.7% in 1992 to what percentage in 2013?
- 6.0%
- 8.6%
- 7.3
- 9.6%
Correct Answer

A. 9.6%

Explanation

On the Fast Stream programme, 48.8% are women and 11.6% declare a minority ethnic background.
On the Fast Track Apprenticeship programme, 43% are women and 16% declare a minority ethnic background.

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89% of which authority's recommendations are accepted by government?
- Civil Service
- Bank of England
- Financial Conduct Authority
- National Audit Office
Correct Answer

A. National Audit Office

Explanation

The NAO is an independent public body that helps Parliament scrutinise how the government spends taxpayers’ money.

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Goldman Sachs is a Platinum Partner of which organisation?
- The FCA
- The Civil Service
- Teach First
- The NHS
Correct Answer

A. Teach First

Explanation

Goldman Sachs is a Platinum Partner of Teach First. This means that Goldman Sachs has a strong partnership with Teach First, an organization that aims to address educational inequality in the UK. As a Platinum Partner, Goldman Sachs likely provides financial support, resources, and expertise to help Teach First in their mission. This partnership demonstrates Goldman Sachs' commitment to social responsibility and their dedication to improving education opportunities for all.

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Who is listed within the Times Top 10 Graduate Employers?

What is the annual starting salary for the NHS graduate management training scheme?

Who did LGBT campaigning group, Stonewall acknowledge as the most improved employer of the year, 2014?

How much public money was saved by the National Audit Office (NAO) during 2013-2014?

How many women make up the directors of the Financial Conduct Authority?

How much does a 6 week internship pay per day for first year undergraduate students at the Bank of England?

The Civil Service increased the percentage of minority ethnic civil servants from 5.7% in 1992 to what percentage in 2013?

89% of which authority's recommendations are accepted by government?

Goldman Sachs is a Platinum Partner of which organisation?

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