Apprentice Project Manager Review

I have learnt multiple new skills but many of these have been through work rather than the degree itself.

I do enjoy learning new skills and methods in project management. However, the running of the course could be improved significantly. It seems to be that we are put into break out rooms for large portions of the workshops, our tutors are constantly changing and not communicating with what we have already been discussed. A lot of time is also spent learning about things that are not relevant to our assignments.

I would say it is poorly organised. The main structure is in place but there have been numerous times where things have gone wrong in a workshop such as the tutor needing me to help him set up the presentation which I believe should be already done. It does sometimes feel like we are put in break out rooms to use up time which then results in the workshop overrunning.

My employer offers me a lot of support and guidance. I have raised numerous issues with them regarding the course which have all been swiftly dealt with. My line manager has also allocated me a mentor who helps me with course related material. My employer also constantly asks me what it is I want to do to either practice what I have learnt or to cover things that is required for the portfolio.

My skills coach is incredibly helpful and has helped me deal with several issues or pointed me in the right direction if he is unable to help.

I believe the qualification is giving me a base of knowledge in subjects which is then reinforced with in work.

There are a lot of extra-curricular activities ranging from social/networking events to sports days.

Yes

The work place is inclusive and it feels like a big family, I have already recommended it to several friends.

To stick with it, get involved with as much as possible and try to expand your network and knowledge within different areas of the organisation.