Certainly, external applicants bring a range of benefits, including new, exciting ideas and a refreshing air to the roles they are placed in. (reedglobal.com)
Often, positions are advertised so companies can compare external applicants with internal candidates. (sciencemag.org)
If either internal or external applicants fail to meet the minimum course requirements they will be given the option of pursuing any alternative courses for which they do meet the minimum academic requirements. (inspirationtrust.org)