Project Management Degree Apprentice Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • General help with project management activities. Specific tasking such as regular reporting into meetings. Given responsibility for some fairly high profile projects which really aids learning.

    8/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Have developed the need to behave professionally having come straight from school it was a big jump. Communication skills have greatly improved along with the ability to manage difficult stakeholders.

    8/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • To a good extent - a lot of people really value apprentices and do invest the time in trying to help. Although it really does depend on the team you're in.

    8/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Is a new structure for my year so still things to put into place - fairly basic at the moment. Have regular reviews with the head of early careers to ensure I am on track.

    6/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • 9/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • 9/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • 8/10
  • 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.)

    • 2/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Very good place to start your career, lots to learn and a good community of other apprentices and grads around to help.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?

    • Character and soft skills are just as important for the workplace as academic qualifications.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Frimley

February 2020

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