Project Control Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Engineering
Warton, Carnforth, UK
Review Submitted: April 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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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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
My aim is to complete the Project management degree apprenticeship. The role involves providing support to the governance of project control activities across project management and to the management of resource and budgets. I am responsible for a variety of tasks and currently involved with assisting with training days.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy my programme, the support provided is very encouraging and the network you can create is very positive. This apprenticeship has exceeded my expectations and even from working at home I still feel involved and valued.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Only being a couple of months into my placement, I have developed personally and professionally. I have grown in confidence and been given endless opportunities to learn new toolsets and processes.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is very well structure. I have support from every aspect of my apprenticeship and have contacts who are there to support me. I attend regular training and meetings to ensure I am on track and developing throughout my placement.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
BAE communicate the support very well. There are opportunities to engage with senior employees who hold sessions on a range of topics. As well as regular emails with newsletters and topics.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
The university have experienced tutors who teach the syllabus and ensure all apprentices work to the best standard. Also the training provider offers key contacts such as the APM to assist with my learning.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The qualification and role works together hand in hand. The information That I am provided helps me within my role as I am able to put my knowledge into practice.
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
The company offers an 'outward' bound week to all apprentices to give the opportunity to interact with others and build on the team relationship. This has been rescheduled due to the pandemic but is still going ahead.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The company exceeds the reputation and is very supportive and offers a wide range of opportunities. I believe it is a job for life!
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Be prepared! Research the company and give yourself plenty of time for the whole process. Finally, have a back up option.
