Rating

7.9/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • Currently a project coordinator. Daily tasks involve logging risks, actions, issues and dependencies. Analysing documents to understand project scope. Involved in the building of machines and user acceptance testing. Attending meetings and shadowing Project Managers.

    7/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • At work, I have learnt lots about project management. At university, I am exposed to many new topics e.g. programming and data modelling. I was able to get PRINCE2 Foundation funded by CGI.

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • Its been great so far.

    9/10

  • 4. How valued do you feel by CGI?
  • I feel valued by my team and by the company at large. I have met people from all levels of the organisation and all have been very friendly and approachable.

    8/10

  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • So far so good. If you want to get work within the team, you have to put yourself forward and be open to new opportunities. The university is very understanding and appreciate that I am working four days a week. I have received a lot of training from my teammates.

    7/10

  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?
  • The university involve the students in the shaping and running of the programme, they have been great.

    9/10

  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • From my various managers, mentors and teammates I have received a great deal of support regarding a broad range of issues.

    8/10

  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?
  • The city I live in is quite expensive, at times it has been difficult to make ends meet but I'm assured that pay increases as part of the GLA programme.

    6/10

  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?
  • I have been to many social events held by the team as well as the sports and social club. I live in a central area of the city, so there is lots to do.

    9/10

  • 9. Would you recommend CGI to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 9b. Why?
  • Good opportunities if you put yourself forward. You get to work and earn a degree at the same time. Friendly people.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to CGI?
  • Have confidence in your what you can bring to the company, contribute what you can, listen to others opinions and advice.


Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Information Technology

Scotland

March 2018


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