Project Management Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Preston
Review Submitted: February 2021
Overall Rating
4.9 /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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I am currently seconded to Be the Business and act Fellowship Coordinator. This involves facilitating board meetings, inductions for new Fellows, communicating with the Fellows and helping the Programme deliver its objectives.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
The programme is great. The early careers team are extremely supportive and the placements are designed to challenge us in a safe environment. The scheme provides opportunities to put the degree content into practice in the workplace.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
In my time on the scheme, I have learnt many new skills including - change management, risk and opportunity management, cost control, communication, leadership and teamwork.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The scheme is extremely well organised. It is clear who you should go to if there is an issue and there is a fantastic level of support available. The placements are well structured and the rotation timescales are clear.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
BAE Systems provide a fantastic level of support. There are several lines of support meeting a wide variety of different needs (eg for carers, people with disabilities, people who need physical or mental health support). There is a clear focus on employee wellbeing which is great.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I feel we receive a great level of support towards our studies. We are given time to study and resources to support our learning. The scheme are incredibly aware of the strain of working and studying and are sympathetic of this.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
We learn about different models and tools and techniques for best practise. Of course, in reality, theories are tailored to suit workplace needs.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Yes, the scheme organise quarterly reviews for all the apprentices on the scheme to come together. Sports and social activities are encouraged.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a fantastic employer and the scheme is great. We are well supported and provided an excellent development opportunity to support out future careers. Alongside this, they support our learning through the degree.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Carefully consider what function you want to work in.
