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BMW Group UK

Business Analyst - Logistics Review

at BMW Group UK

Placement (10 Months+)

Logistics and Operations

Farnborough

Review Submitted: June 2023

Overall Rating

3.9 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

3/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4.5/5 - Support and Guidance
4.3/5 - Company Culture
4/5 - Overall Experience
1/5 - Future Career Prospects

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis.
BMW Group UK logistics intern. Roles and responsibilities include daily reporting and responding to problems occurring through out the day regarding deliveries. Dealing with claims for parts and deciding who the fault lies with. The role also requires lots of raw data evaluation and report building using software to allow others to make more informed decisions.
Additionally roles include leading performance meetings, as well as taking minutes in others.
Were you given much responsibility during your placement / internship?
Initially not much responsibility was given, as I developed in the role I had to take opportunities as they arose to take on leadership of different projects and business activities. I would have liked more responsibility.
Please rate how meaningful the work you were doing was
3/5

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills, or developed your existing skills?
I have been able to develop a very extensive understanding of Microsoft Excel through lots of use. Additionally I have learnt new programs such and Cognos and Qlik.
Other skills I have developed are effective communication, teamworking, leadership and problem solving. The role has also allowed me to strengthen my presentation skills.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate your development of industry-specific skills during the experience?
3/5
How would you rate your development of personal / soft skills during the experience?
4/5
Please rate how these skills have helped you in your career development
4/5

Support and Guidance

How much support and guidance did you receive during your placement / internship?
I received lots, the first month is spent shadowing the existing intern, and following their departure the manager takes time to answer any questions.
Furthermore my manager also made sure to check in with me regularly.
How would you rate the support and guidance from your line manager?
5/5
How would you rate the support and guidance from the wider team?
4/5

Company Culture

What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The culture and atmosphere is amazing, very welcoming and an enjoyable environment.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the social opportunities?
2/5
How would you rate the diversity initiatives?
5/5
How would you rate the charity, sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives?
5/5

Overall Experience

To what extent did you enjoy your placement / internship?
I enjoyed my placement lots. There is opportunity for a good social life. Furthermore my team has created a great atmosphere which makes working in the office very enjoyable. Also, I found my role very interesting.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on your placement / internship
4/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
4/5

Future Career Prospects

Please rate the future employment prospects at BMW Group UK
1/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BMW Group UK to a friend?
Yes
What advice would you give to others applying to BMW Group UK
To make sure that you research the company well, and to ask lots of questions about what you can gain from the role.
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