Strategic Director Review

by AstraZeneca

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

5.8/10

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

Im responsible for developing the business strategy, recruitment, resourcing and planning.

9/10

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

Lots. Project Management, Coaching, Development, Mentoring

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The Astrazeneca support is fantastic. The support from Hult Ashridge the provider is abysmal.

1/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Its not, Hult Ashridge are shockingly bad.

1/10

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

Lots, this is second to none. Issues with the provider are dealt with promptly, time is given to study and various staff members are always happy to help.

10/10

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

None. Hult Ashridge are shockingly bad.

1/10

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

In some regards although the content is somewhat dated and very hit and miss.

5/10

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. Astrazeneca has organized staff get togethers, social events and study groups to provide support.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

The company values its staff, encourage personal responsibility and development.

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

Be yourself and be honest.