As employers grow ever more selective in their recruitment processes, and competition for graduate and junior roles continues to mount, those looking to build a career in the City must strive to set themselves apart from the crowd.

Whether your ambition is to become a leading analyst, head trader, or simply to put strong foundations in place as you consider your options, getting that extra edge can be crucial.

At the centre of the world's financial marketplace, the Exchange is able to offer a unique and valuable insight into the workings of the City. Sponsored by eFinancialCareers, our Capital Markets Academy has been specifically designed to provide you with an expert introduction to the mechanics that move the City.

Working through a comprehensive programme of presentations, case-studies and innovative group exercises, this five-day interactive programme will take you through the key components behind today's capital markets.

Speakers include:

* the London Stock Exchange

* the Bank of England

* the Financial Services Authority

* a leading investment bank

* an independent trading firm.

Benefits of attending the Academy:

* Engage with a wealth of speakers rarely available to the public

* Gain an insight into the roles of the key regulatory and disciplinary bodies, and the realms in which they operate

* Hear direct from a global investment bank on their graduate recruitment processes

* Take part in and interactive exercises such as the Psychology of Trading with one of the City's leading trader performance coaches.

Who should attend:

* Those seriously considering a career in the financial markets

* Undergraduates keen to forge links with leading City firms at an early stage in their studies

* Recent graduates currently in their first job who are looking to move into a more market focused role.

Academy dates:

* 21-25 July 2008

* 11-15 August 2008

* 2-6 March 2009

Price: The cost to attend the Capital Markets Academy is £995+VAT

Registration:

To ensure the utmost learning experience, places on the Capital Markets Academy are limited to 25 per programme and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

To register your interest in attending please complete the questions below. It is advised that candidates also upload their CV. This is optional although candidates who do submit this information will receive the opportunity of the sponsor and speakers viewing their details.