Chartered Manager Degree Apprentice Review
at IBM
Degree Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Birmingham
Review Submitted: March 2021
Overall Rating
4.6 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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:
4/5
My role includes completing activities for a client contract while also completing my assignments for my Degree.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I completed a higher apprenticeship before so I would say I really enjoy the programme by taking on a degree apprenticeship. Being at the company for over 3 years I feel I have a place within IBM's culture, project teams etc.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I've developed my time management skills and my work-lif balance through equally and effectively completing both responsibilities. I've also developed many professional skills with all the client work I've completed
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The degree apprentice I'm completing has been organised in partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University so I would say it is very organised and planned out, even with all the COVID pushbacks
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I recieved a lot of support from my employer as they provide the work-based experience where I can put the theory from University to practice in client-based scenarios.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I recieved a lot of support from my employer as they provide the work-based experience where I can put the theory from University to practice in client-based scenarios.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I am able to learn many concepts such as project management and put them to practice in many client-based scenarios, ensuring that I am working to the best of my ability.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
I am currently co-leading the Foundation BAME External campaign so there are many opportunities and giveback activities for IBMers to be a part of. It is encouraged within IBM to take part in many activities.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend IBM to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a great, reputable place to work with many unique opportunities and client-based scenarios to be a part of.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to IBM?
Make sure to do your research on the company and if you make it to the assessment centre, please make sure to be yourself and not put on a persona for the day - IBM are looking to hire the real you so bring all your strong points with the real version of you.
