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While talent is everywhere, opportunity is not. The one-size-fits-all approach to college and careers isn’t working, so we’re tearing down a broken system and building something new.

Our mission is to create a diverse group of future leaders. To achieve this, we provide high-quality professional apprenticeship programs that combine work, training and community.

Since starting in the UK in 2016, we’ve trained over 10,000 professional apprentices in partnership with more than 1,000 of the world’s best employers. Focusing on the skills of the future, our programs range from business operations to data science and software engineering.

Our mission is global, so in 2021 we launched in the US.

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Backed by the world’s leading investors

In 2021, we broke the record for the UK's largest EdTech venture round. Investors included General Catalyst, Google Ventures, Index Ventures, Audacious Ventures, Latitude, Lightspeed Venture Partners and SemperVirens.

These institutions were supported by angel investors including John W. Thomson, Chairman of Microsoft, and Anne Wojcicki, Co-Founder and CEO of 23andMe.

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Maria Sarwar, Talent Executive 

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Freddie Pascoe, Employer Brand Coordinator

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Katie Allner is Head of B2B Marketing at Multiverse.
Multiverse is a tech startup on a mission to create a diverse group of future leaders by building an outstanding alternative to university and corporate training. Multiverse works with over 300 businesses, helping them embrace digital transformation, close skills gaps and develop a diverse talent pipeline. Apprentices benefit from one-to-one coaching, applied learning, and a community of social, networking and leadership opportunities.

Katie Allner

Euan Blair is founder and CEO of Multiverse.
Multiverse is a tech startup on a mission to create a diverse group of future leaders by building an outstanding alternative to university and corporate training. Multiverse works with over 300 businesses, helping them embrace digital transformation, close skills gaps and develop a diverse talent pipeline. Apprentices benefit from one-to-one coaching, applied learning, and a community of social, networking and leadership opportunities.

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Charlotte Abrahamson is Senior Community Manager at Multiverse. Multiverse is a tech startup on a mission to create a diverse group of future leaders by building an outstanding alternative to university and corporate training. Multiverse works with over 300 businesses, helping them embrace digital transformation, close skills gaps and develop a diverse talent pipeline. Apprentices benefit from one-to-one coaching, applied learning, and a community of social, networking and leadership opportunities.

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Siobhan Randell is Senior Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager at Multiverse. Multiverse is a tech startup on a mission to create a diverse group of future leaders by building an outstanding alternative to university and corporate training. Multiverse works with over 300 businesses, helping them embrace digital transformation, close skills gaps and develop a diverse talent pipeline. Apprentices benefit from one-to-one coaching, applied learning, and a community of social, networking and leadership opportunities.

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Alisa Voitika is B2B Marketing Manager at Multiverse. Multiverse is a tech startup on a mission to create a diverse group of future leaders by building an outstanding alternative to university and corporate training. Multiverse works with over 300 businesses, helping them embrace digital transformation, close skills gaps and develop a diverse talent pipeline. Apprentices benefit from one-to-one coaching, applied learning, and a community of social, networking and leadership opportunities.

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Afua Laast is Early Talent Executive at Multiverse. Multiverse is a tech startup on a mission to create a diverse group of future leaders by building an outstanding alternative to university and corporate training. Multiverse works with over 300 businesses, helping them embrace digital transformation, close skills gaps and develop a diverse talent pipeline. Apprentices benefit from one-to-one coaching, applied learning, and a community of social, networking and leadership opportunities.

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Georgina Hewison is B2C Lifecycle Marketing Manager at Multiverse. Multiverse is a tech startup on a mission to create a diverse group of future leaders by building an outstanding alternative to university and corporate training. Multiverse works with over 300 businesses, helping them embrace digital transformation, close skills gaps and develop a diverse talent pipeline. Apprentices benefit from one-to-one coaching, applied learning, and a community of social, networking and leadership opportunities.

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Alex Hopley is Content Manager at Multiverse. Multiverse is a tech startup on a mission to create a diverse group of future leaders by building an outstanding alternative to university and corporate training. Multiverse works with over 300 businesses, helping them embrace digital transformation, close skills gaps and develop a diverse talent pipeline. Apprentices benefit from one-to-one coaching, applied learning, and a community of social, networking and leadership opportunities.

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Libby Adams is a Data Manager at the NHS and is currently completing a Data Fellowship apprenticeship at Multiverse.

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Karoline Lende, Software Engineer 

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Why we believe the future of learning is working

The four years of learning that traditional higher education provides is not enough to establish or sustain a multi-decade career.


This system is failing: people aren’t equipped with the right skills they need to thrive, and lacking the in-demand data and tech skills their employers so desperately need. It's making it hard to get a foot in the door, and impossible to progress in a meaningful career.


We believe the future of learning is working. That's why we're building something different. Real-world, on-the-job experience that happens throughout a career, not just at the start of it.

Traditional education has failed to keep up with the accelerating pace of change. 67% of business leaders don’t think higher education provides the skills needed for the workforce of tomorrow: leaving them with skills gaps that are costing time and money.


The current system doesn’t serve businesses — and it doesn’t serve everyone in society. Individuals from underrepresented backgrounds are facing barriers to secure highly in-demand tech, software engineering, and data roles due to a lack of equity and mobility in career advancement.

To unlock the full potential of our workforce, deliver on strategic goals for businesses, and in turn create a more equitable future, the traditional approach to learning needs to be reimagined.
At Multiverse, we believe the future of learning is working. 

That’s why we deliver professional apprenticeships that provide a more equitable and effective pathway to growth for individuals and organizations. A pathway where skills can be applied rapidly, in the real world.


You’re best placed to learn the skills you need for work, at work. You wouldn’t learn to ride a bike in a classroom, so we can’t keep expecting workers to learn everything they need in a textbook either.


Business leaders agree with us: 70% said that learning on the job was the most effective way to develop workforce skills.


Through apprenticeships, we can teach people in real-world settings, as they take on real projects — because active, in-context learning is the best way to set up employees for success.


Our approach helps top companies see potential where it’s often overlooked; open doors for high potential individuals, inside and outside of the company; and unlock future growth by closing their critical data, software engineering, and tech skills gaps.

Leaders back on-the-job learning: read our latest research

, we set out to understand how business leaders perceive the value of on-the-job learning, and how employers can harness its power in their hiring and skills development strategies.


We found leaders are twice as likely to prioritize durable skills over higher education achievements when assessing applicants for entry-level roles.


But despite this, almost half (48%) of respondents revealed that, when recruiting candidates for entry-level positions, their company still has degree requirements.


We’re calling on businesses to embrace a new approach, one that looks to a future that’s radically more equitable and successful. Professional apprenticeships train the next generation of leaders through the transformative power of real work experience. 

Download our full report and learn more about our findings here.

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Finance jobs often show up on lists of the highest-paying and fastest-growing careers. However, there are many factors to consider when choosing a career. If you’re weighing your options, it’s reasonable to ask: Is finance a good career path?

Tech has transformed the finance industry and created many promising and lucrative careers that didn’t exist before.

This article will explore high-paying finance jobs and the skills you need to land them.

Many companies need employees with strong business and math skills. According to the 

 (BLS), business and finance job openings will increase by 7% between 2021 and 2031. During this decade, employers will create around 980,000 new job openings annually.

Companies in every industry need finance professionals. Many of these jobs exist outside of traditional financial institutions, such as banks and brokerage firms.

The most in-demand jobs in finance often come with high salaries. The BLS reports that business and finance professionals earn an 

Of course, salary ranges widely by job title and other factors. Some finance jobs pay substantially higher. For example, 

 make $100,000 yearly, on average. Financial Analysts earn $95,570.

Additionally, many finance careers provide generous benefits, such as commissions, employee stock options, parental leave, and on-site daycares and gyms. These perks can boost your long-term earnings and help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Working in finance can be an excellent career choice. Here are the top reasons why finance is a good career path:

In October-December of 2022, 29% of new 

 were remote. Many employers also allow hybrid work, so staff split their time working at the office and from home.

 A wide range of industries hire finance professionals for essential business needs. This can help recession-proof your career.

 As you develop experience and skills, you can pursue more advanced roles, such as Senior Financial Analyst or Senior Finance Executive.

If a finance career sounds right for you, you’ll need to gain relevant hard skills to make a strong impression on potential employers, including:

 Many organizations use data, such as cash flow and depreciation, to forecast future economic performance and make business decisions.

 Finance professionals often use Microsoft Excel to manage data, make financial models, and create data visualizations.

, Structured Query Language, and use it to clean and organize large datasets. It’s one of the 

 because you’ll use it to organize and work with financial data.

 A solid understanding of economics, probability, and statistics will help you interpret data.

 If you want to work as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), you’ll need to learn accounting. You’ll also prepare financial statements and tax returns with accounting software.

Finance professionals also need soft skills to navigate complex situations and interact effectively with clients and colleagues. Some of the most useful soft skills to master include:

Quickly interpret data, evaluate risks, and make strategic decisions.

 Make deals and decisions that balance the needs of the organization, clients, and stakeholders.

 Develop innovative and practical solutions to complicated problems like budget crises and fraud.

 Explain abstract financial concepts to non-experts or effectively communicate relevant projects to stakeholders.

Some finance jobs like CPAs (Certified Public Accountants) must pass an exam and earn a license to practice. But, many don’t require a Bachelor’s degree, so you could start working sooner, without the high cost of college.

Here are eight in-demand careers, ranging from senior to entry-level finance jobs, and their salaries (

Financial Analysts typically have excellent 

. A Financial Analyst uses data to evaluate an organization’s financial performance and suggest improvements to increase profits.

For instance, they may assess a company’s portfolio and recommend new investment strategies. Other responsibilities include building financial models and writing reports for clients and executives.

 develops and manages software programs for the finance and banking industries. Financial Software Engineers may develop products like:

If you’re interested in building software for the finance industry, you can get started with Multiverse’s 

You’ll learn how to write code with programming languages like 

 and Python, develop accessible user interfaces, and test applications. Even better, Multiverse apprentices often work at Fortune 500 companies and earn a full-time salary while learning on-the-job. 

A Quantitative Analyst uses math, statistics, and data models to help organizations make strategic investments. They gather and analyze financial data to detect patterns and identify risks. Based on their findings, they predict how financial markets and investments will perform in the future.

Quantitative Analysts often work for hedge funds, tech companies, insurance providers, and investment banks.

A Personal Financial Advisor provides customized guidance to individuals to help them manage their money. Clients consult with a Financial Advisor to set and adjust financial goals throughout their life. For example, an Advisor might create personal budgets, advise on investments or loans, or help clients save for retirement.

A Financial Manager helps organizations develop and meet short and long-term goals. They oversee a company’s financial health and operations. Responsibilities may include:

Delivering presentations to share insights

Developing your soft skills can help you advance to a role as a Financial Manager. You’ll need problem-solving abilities to detect and resolve issues like cash flow challenges and inefficient workflows. And, good communication skills will be essential when presenting solutions to business problems.

The below finance careers are harder to break into due to more strict education requirements and high competition.

A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) typically helps businesses improve their financial health, complete accounting, and file taxes. Although many CPAs specialize in taxes, some conduct financial audits and create financial statements.

CPAs must pass the Uniform CPA exam to practice accounting. To take the exam, you’ll need hours of approved training and work experience.

An Investment Banking Analyst finds and negotiates new investment opportunities for clients. They facilitate various transactions between companies and organizations, such as initial public offerings (IPOs) and mergers and acquisitions.

Investment Banking Analyst roles are highly competitive, so it’s one of the hardest to break into without a degree and connections.

A Private Equity Associate helps private equity firms manage and optimize their investments. They identify private companies that their firm can purchase, revamp, and then resell at a profit. Typical duties include:

Many Private Equity Associates must have at least two years of experience working as Investment Banking Analysts or Portfolio Managers.

 Multiverse partners with leading finance companies like American Express, Citizens, and more. As a Multiverse apprentice, you can earn a salary while learning software engineering, data analytics, and more at one of our partner finance companies. However, not all of the finance jobs above are available as apprenticeships in the United States.

Finance careers tend to pay well but there are also challenges to consider.

You may be able to land a role at a financial company via an apprenticeship although some finance careers (especially the more senior roles) require a Bachelor’s degree.

Finance roles are competitive and you’re more likely to land a role if you have an internal referral from a current employee or partner at your desired company

Is finance a good career path?

Is coding hard to learn? What Developers say

Most aspiring developers ask: Is coding hard to learn? Some think programming is a daunting task, reserved only for the tech wizards among us. Throw in the fear of not being smart enough, the overwhelming number of programming languages, and the fast-paced change in tech, and most hesitate to start learning.

But, it's important to get past those fears and misconceptions. Learning to code is a lot easier than you might think—and it can lead to a well-paying and satisfying career.

For this beginner's guide, we pulled together three of our experienced Multiverse Software Engineering coaches and got their perspectives on what it takes to learn to code.

Linda Eng, Pius Wong, and Kat Law will answer: Is coding hard? They’ll also share helpful tips to guide you through the process of learning to code.

Where to start: The easiest languages to learn

Where not to start: The hardest languages to learn

Let's tackle the big question first. Is coding hard?

Coding can be challenging—but it's more accessible than it looks. With the right mindset and resources, anyone can learn to code.

Let’s look at why some believe coding is hard and how to overcome those challenges, according to experienced Software Engineers.

Learning how to code isn’t either easy or hard. Rather, how you approach the learning process can make it harder to learn.

Some aspects of coding that make learning more difficult include:

1. Trying to learn everything all at once

It helps to learn coding in bite-sized pieces, starting from easier to harder concepts. Multiverse coach, Linda, says:

“Learning to code can be a challenging task, especially for those who are new to programming or have not had the proper guidance or resources available to them. It's important to have a structured plan when starting out, such as learning the basics of programming concepts and gradually building up to more advanced topics.”

2. Learning alone without a purpose or support

Coding is like any other skill—it's harder if you try to go it alone and without a clear direction. Multiverse Software Engineering coach, Pius, says:

“Is coding hard? Yes and no. Creative and logical skills can be hard to learn. Yes, it can get complicated if you try to do too much too soon—without help, a purpose, or learning fundamental skills.

But then no, it's also not hard to learn to code if you start learning where you're at. It’s easier when you start with foundational skills, like-minded people, mentors, and a goal in mind. And don’t be afraid of making mistakes in the learning process.”

Kat looks at coding as a second language that becomes easier as you practice:

“I don't believe coding is hard, but it can be intimidating at first. Like learning a new speaking language, different coding languages have their own unique nuances and challenges. That said, coding starts with similar fundamentals and algorithmic thinking—that is, thinking through a problem exactly step-by-step. Once those are familiar, the code writing on top of it becomes more familiar as well.”

The good news is that although there are challenges, there are also many ways to make it easier to learn to code.

How to learn coding: Tips for beginners from professional Software Engineers

Once you've decided to learn coding, how should you approach it? Multiverse Software Engineering coaches share their best tips and strategies for learning to code below.

Pius recommends setting a goal before you start coding. Clear goals will help you stay motivated.

“A goal makes taking any class or tutorial easier to complete because you have something that interests you personally or creatively, and that motivates you to learn.”

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2. Start with the basics and work your way up

Linda’s advice for aspiring coders is to:

“Choose a programming language that fits your goals and learning style, and start with the basics and work your way up. Break down your goals into smaller milestones and celebrate your progress along the way. This will keep you motivated and help you track your growth.”

Make coding a habit and try to code every day. To stay consistent, schedule time each week to code. According to Linda:

“By practicing regularly, you'll reinforce your understanding of programming concepts and gradually improve your skills. Over time, you'll become more proficient and confident in your abilities.”

Sharing your coding projects with others can feel intimidating, but it gets easier over time. Plus, getting feedback from others will help you identify your strengths and areas for improvement. Ultimately, it will make you a better coder. Linda suggests:

“As you work on projects, don't be afraid to ask for help or collaborate with others. The coding community is supportive and diverse; you can learn much from others. This iterative process will help you grow as a coder and gain valuable experience.”

4. Do a coding or software engineering apprenticeship

Tech apprenticeships are one of the best and fastest ways to learn coding. Multiverse offers 

, and unlike bootcamps or college, they’re tuition-free. In addition, as an apprentice, you earn a full-time salary while learning to code on-the-job.

There are many benefits of a software engineering apprenticeship, including:

As an apprentice, you’re part of a team that will support you when taking on different coding problems.

Learn coding in less time without paying for it 

- You can focus on developing coding skills and solving practical problems without the financial stress of paying for the course. Plus, you’ll be paid during your apprenticeship, which can further alleviate financial stress and allow you time to focus on learning.

 - With more opportunities to write code comes more confidence and further growth.

 - Leading companies partner with Multiverse and pay apprentices to learn coding directly from other professionals.

Multiverse’s software engineering apprenticeships last 15 months, during which apprentices learn the fundamentals of coding and apply their skills to real-world projects. If you’re interested in becoming an apprentice, the first step is to 

You won’t learn how to code overnight. 

“Learning to code is a journey, so be patient with yourself. Stay curious, and don't be afraid to make mistakes. Keep an open mind and be willing to explore new technologies, techniques, and ideas. This will help you stay on top of current trends and foster creativity and innovation in your work.”

Staying up to date with the latest trends can help you build a successful 

. Multiverse coaches also recommend reading tech blogs, attending conferences, and networking with other coders.

Learning to code might not be easy, but that's why it's a valuable, in-demand skill. Here are a few reasons why learning to code is worth it:

 for computer programmers in the US was $93,000 in May 2021. The top 10% of programmers earn upwards of $155,240 a year.

 There is a shortage of skilled developers, with around 

 Over the next decade, developer jobs are 

 by 25%—much faster than the typical growth rate of around 5%.

 Coding jobs offer more fully remote or hybrid work options.

 Learning to code enhances your problem-solving abilities, which can be applied to every aspect of your life—not just coding.

 Coding allows you to build your own projects, apps, or websites.

Where to start: The easiest programming languages to learn

 is the one you feel most comfortable with and that meets your coding goals. However, some languages are easier to learn when you’re first starting out.

Here are some of the easiest coding languages to get started:

 HyperText Markup Language or HTML is the language of the web. It's simple and easy to understand, so it’s usually the starting point for most Developers and Engineers.

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) works hand-in-hand with HTML to style web pages. It's straightforward and less intimidating than other programming languages.

 to make websites interactive. It’s similar to the English language, so it’s ideal for a beginner coder.

Python is a highly readable language that's easy for beginners to pick up.

 One of the oldest programming languages, C has a simple syntax so it’s easier to learn.

The hardest languages to learn tend to be obscure or have niche use cases. Some common ones are Malbolge, Haskell, and LISP. Luckily, you can have a successful coding career without ever using some of the harder-to-learn programming languages.

More common programming languages that are hard for beginners to learn are:

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