Project Manager Review
at The Co-op
Degree Apprenticeship
Customer Service
Manchester
Review Submitted: April 2021
Overall Rating
3.9 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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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
Planning and delivery of projects across the food business with the aim to improve efficiencies, reduce costs and improve the business model.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
8/10 - struggle to balance the workload at specific times with normal work balance but generally very enjoyable
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Collaborative working across business functions, academic theory and how to weave this into daily work activities.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Variable - generally managed well, however as the apprenticeship provider does not have influence on work balance, sometimes degree/work can become congested
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Tutors and module lecturers very attentive during sessions and had good contact from them outside of scheduled time as well
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Very well, can always find a relatable work example to bring the academic content to life
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
No, potentially due to COVID
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend The Co-op to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Fantastic business, opportunity for development and growth and support for learning such as this apprenticeship
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to The Co-op?
Behaviours really matter, it’s important to understand the cooperative nature of the business and the vision of the company
Undergraduate Ethics, Sustainability, and Food Policy Coordinator
at The Co-op
- Placement (10 Months+)
- Manchester
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4.7
