Project Manager Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.9/10

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

Pulling together metrics for review packs and then attending meetings to present metrics to senior management. Working with different stakeholders across the business complete assigned tasks.

6/10

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

I have learnt many new skills such as a degree level understanding of project management. I have developed my leadership, confidence, motivation and organisational skills whilst being on my apprenticeship.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the majority of the work that I do, however, I have found that I do not thoroughly enjoy project management and have found during my apprenticeship that I would be suited in a different area of the business.

5/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The early careers programme at BAE is well structured with a friendly and supportive team. However, since the beginning of my apprenticeship there has been many changes to my programme and it has started to get a bit confusing and misleading.

6/10

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

BAE offers plenty of support from mental health support to placement support. There is a designated team to support apprentices mental health, along with a set group of apprentices that have built a team to offer support on a more informal basis. BAE also has staff that are assigned to specific year groups to give more focused support.

7/10

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

The tutors at the university offer support throughout each module. There are also module and course leaders that can offer a higher level of support and address any issues or concerns that you may have throughout the duration of the course.

7/10

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

The qualification supports me in my day to day role by giving me the understanding of the theory of the work that I complete in the office. It allows me to understand the processes in more detail and allows me to apply my knowledge onto real life projects.

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.)

There are stretch projects, sports teams, social activities and networking events that the apprentices can take part in. Stretch projects allow the apprentice to participate in smaller, community based, projects in and around the local area. This includes mock interviews and litter picking.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

BAE offers excellent development opportunities. Alongside providing a degree, apprentices will also gain unique and specialist knowledge in areas that not many other businesses offer. The opportunities in BAE are endless and starting an apprenticeship with them will open the door to them all.

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

Be confident and never doubt your abilities.