Rating

9.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
  • My current role, I am working closely under 3 projects to manage the clients risk and issues of these projects. I take minutes and actions in various meeting. As well, I work with the BA and support them in creating various data outputs.

    10/10

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • I have learnt many skills: Project Manager action plans Explored more ways to use Excel more efficiently Professional skills

    8/10

  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
  • I enjoy the courses I am currently in, CGI gives a lot of support throughout the process in developing your professional and academic career. The knowledge I am learning and interesting and most importantly it is relevant in the 'real world'.

    8/10

  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?
  • The programme has a clear structure and you know what the next steps will be. There is good communication between lectures and managers so everyone is aware who needs to be.

    10/10

  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?
  • The support CGI gives: Mentor - this gives a deeper insight of the workplace and supports university if you wish. Coach - This can help develop any skills that you may think needs to be strengthen. Buddy - Someone you meet before you start work to ease you in to the transition.

    10/10

  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
  • You have access to online training portal where there are lots of e-learning available 24/7. Various external training courses available e.g. Prince 2

    10/10

  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
  • It gives you better knowledge and gives you more knowledge about the industry. This is important in my role, as having these skills helps me keep developing.

    10/10

  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
  • Yes I am part of Social group where get discounted events or free events that you can go as group. There are various sports groups to take part in You get a paid work day to participate in voluntary work

    10/10

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


  • 9b. Why?
  • They treat you like an individual rather than a number, and want you to do well in any path you wish to choose.


  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to CGI?
  • Just be yourself !


Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Business Operations

Reading

May 2019


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