Business Management Higher Apprentice Review

by BBC

Rating

7.9/10

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

I am currently working in the Rights, Legal and Business Affairs department. It is one of 3, 8 month placements I will have.

8/10

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

Yes, many, within my BA Hons Business Management degree, NVQ qualification and day to day work

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Varied work. Friendly Team. Meaningful work. Strong culture.

8/10

4. How valued do you feel by BBC?

Extremely. Respect is higher than any other organisation that comes to mind.

9/10

5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

4 days at the BBC, 1 day at Pearson. Weekend off.

8/10

6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

You have 5 points of contact withing the BBC given to you at the start of the scheme to help you with any problems you may face.

8/10

6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

£3 induction training weeks. Endless courses provided by the BBC Academy. Specific training within your department

10/10

7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

It mainly depends upon your accommodation I feel. It is tight for me as I'm living out of home in Zone 2 London

4/10

8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

Yes, do what you want with your weekend.

7/10

9. Would you recommend BBC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Its the British Broadcasting Corporation. Also - Invaluable work experience - Same degree as uni (but its free this way) - Quicker than uni - You get paid

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

Search for apprenticeship scheme videos on the BBC's website. It answers this question as well as many others. (It was made by apprentices, for apprentices)