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ALLIANZ SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME OPENS TO SECOND YEAR APPLICANTS
Allianz Commercial’s Scholarship Programme, which actively supports staff at chartered brokers in achieving their CII Diploma in Insurance, will open for new applications on 14th January 2013.
Following the successful launch of the scheme in 2012, Allianz will continue its commitment to the future talent of the insurance industry by creating 30 new places for scholars.
An industry first, the scholarship programme provides first-class tuition and revision sessions including free study texts to successful applicants, as well as networking opportunities at regular events. The initiative builds on the success of the Allianz Partners Academy, a long-running training initiative which has more than 400 brokers taking part each year.
Chris Hanks, general manager, Allianz Commercial, comments: "The feedback we have received from brokers taking part in this year’s programme has been overwhelmingly positive. We have been very pleased with the quality of our scholars and expect a high demand for places for the second year.
"Our investment in this scholarship programme demonstrates our ongoing commitment to raise professional standards across the insurance industry and we are confident it will ensure the future success of all of the individuals taking part."
Graeme Sutton, Director of Corporate Development at The Chartered Insurance Institute commented "This reinforces Allianz Commercial’s commitment to raising professional standards. Chartered Insurance Brokers will find the Scholarship programme an extremely valuable benefit as they strive to differentiate themselves from their competitors."
To apply for a place on the Scholarship Programme, brokers can visit www.allianzebroker.co.uk or contact their local business developer. The window for scholarship applications closes on the 1st February 2013 and studies will begin in May.
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Notes to Editors:
Allianz Insurance is one of the largest general insurers in the UK and part of the Allianz SE Group, one of the leading integrated financial services providers worldwide and the largest property and casualty insurer in the world. With approximately 142,000 employees worldwide, the Allianz Group serves approximately 78 million customers in more than 70 countries.
The mission of Allianz Insurance is to be the outstanding competitor in our chosen markets by delivering products and services that our clients recommend, being a great company to work for and achieving the best combination of profit and growth.
The CII
As the premier professional body for the financial services profession, the CII promotes higher standards of integrity, technical competence and business capability.
With over 103,000 members in more than 150 countries, the CII is the world’s largest professional body dedicated to this sector.
The CII works with businesses to develop bespoke, company-wide solutions that ensure competitive advantage by enhancing employees’ technical and professional competence.
Individually, CII members are able to drive their personal development and maintain their professional standing through an unrivalled range of learning services and by adhering to the CII’s code of Ethics & Conduct
