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Degree Apprenticeship

Accounting

Edinburgh

Review Submitted: April 2021

Overall Rating

3.4 /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
2.8/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
3/5
Test of details, completing evidence gathering activities. Mostly performing reconciliations.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I found it to be difficult and stressful at times but overall I enjoyed the programme

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
My excel skills have become better and I have become fully competent at using various accounting software

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very well organised, I was placed in a team where I had supervision and a clear understanding of my role
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
A lot of support from resourcing and members of my audit team
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
I received a week of training which could have been more helpful and relevant
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
N/A
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
N/A - covid

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It gives you extremely valuable experience and pays well
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Be prepared to work long hours and be very confused when you first start
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