Oppositions

Madrid, February 9, 2009-according to data from the Master-D group leader training company opened in Spain, the percentage of locals interested in courses to prepare for oppositions with the company has increased 12 percent in the last year. Of these, 60% are women and 40% of men, and of the total, 31% have university studies, mostly aged between 25 and 30 years. We believe that this increase is mainly due to the economic situation being experienced by the country since the population seeks more than ever security in employment and labour comfort says Raul Gonzalez Tristan, responsible for the teaching team of the company. In fact, a high percentage of people who are interested in courses, or are preparing exams with us in La Rioja not currently works. Oppositions in Madrid have experienced an increase in demand of 17% in the last year.

Most requested preparations in 2008 and whose demand is expected to continue to grow this year are courses of State security forces and bodies: highlights national police, firefighters and Local (10%), Assistant administrative (8%), renewable energy (8%) and technician in early childhood education (5%) As regards other professional courses (electricity/electronics, crafts, computer etc.) demand was 18%, 9% more than in the rest of the country. 82% Of the applicants were men compared with 18% of women. With respect to nationality 43% of students are Spanish compared to 57% of immigrants. All 83% do not have a job. For 2009 it all depends on how the economic situation evolves, but if the economy and unemployment figures continue as before, we expect around 20% more requests for information to prepare opposition than in previous years, concludes Raul Gonzalez.