Senior Project/Programme Manager Review
at AstraZeneca
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Manchester
Review Submitted: April 2021
Overall Rating
4.8 /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'm a senior project/programme manager leading large infrastructure transformation programmes. The work is varied and interesting and I get great support in terms of training and development.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I'm enjoying the programme enormously. It's challenging and time-consuming, there's no denying that but I'm thoroughly enjoying the learning and I can already feel the benefits in my day-to-day work. I feel a lot more confident and empowered as a result.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I'm continually learning new skills and developing my capabilities.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Some of the modules on my course are exceptionally well managed and organised but some are a bit more ad-hoc! I think it comes down to the specific tutor and their style of teaching. In some ways the differing structures help with providing a more varied experience on the course.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer has been incredibly helpful and supportive, from providing guidance during the application process to providing mentoring to aid my studies.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
The university is superb. They've been particularly helpful in adapting the course for remote learning in light of the Covid-19 situation.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It's been transformative already.
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
Yes, although these are largely remote at the moment due to the pandemic restrictions.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend AstraZeneca to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great opportunities, fast moving, supportive, good focus on sustainability and inclusion and diversity, committed to lifelong learning, never a dull moment!
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to AstraZeneca?
Be open minded and collaborative and don't hold back in sharing your views and opinions.
