AUM Analyst Review

by abrdn

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.6/10

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

To ensure significant progress is made while enrolled in the graduate apprenticeship scheme it is important to consistently monitor and edit learning plans which are important in linking the theory learned throughout different modules to practice in the work place. This will help in having a suitable learning plan at the end of each module.

7/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Enhanced learning of different business divisions and how each division contributes to the overarching company goals. In doing so communication skills have been enhanced while reaching out to different divisions within the business.

6/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The programme has been extremely enjoyable

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The course is structured very well have one all day session for each module which allows for face to face interaction with lecturers. The deadlines for assessment are clear and each year has followed similar sturcture.

8/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

My employer is aware of my participation in the programme and fully supports this by giving me time when needed.

7/10

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

Receive great support from RGU, lecturers are always helpful and on hand to help.

10/10

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

The course has enabled me to have a wider scope of company goals which i can now work towards rather than solely working towards my team or department objectives.

7/10

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.)

Charity work is offered - been difficult to organise due to Covid-19

7/10

9a. Would you recommend abrdn to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Early careers options are varied and fully supported up the chain.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to abrdn?

Come in with an open mind and do not be scared to encourage change in systems or processes as the company is currently going through so much change and looking for the best streamlined approach.