Head of Digital Portfolio Delivery Review
at The AA
Degree Apprenticeship
Information Technology
Belbroughton
Review Submitted: April 2021
Overall Rating
5 /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
5/5
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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 lead the Digital portfolio of change projects for the AA.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Balancing study with a busy day job is a challenge, but the programme is very enjoyable. I've also been incredibly well supported by my organisation.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Both - the MBA has helped enhance existing knowledge but also furnished me with lots of new tools, techniques and skills to increase the value I deliver to the business, in my role.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The course was intended to be face to face, however the transition to remote learning (due to Covid-19) has been seamless. Very well organised and structured, under very difficult circumstances.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Lots! For example; I have to take time out each month to attend lectures and this is always supported. It makes a real difference to studies when supported in this way.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
c. 3 days of lectures per month, plus access to incredible amounts of online resources (books, journals, financial information etc.), lecturers and peer to peer support. Also a number of key note events with guest speakers.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It will help enrich my knowledge, give me new skills that I can apply to my role, and roles I may do in the future.
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
Occasional professional networking events. Social events (under normal circumstances!)
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend The AA to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Incredible heritage, values and approach to doing the 'right thing' by our customers, people and partners. It's a unique business and one I'm proud to be part of.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to The AA?
Go for it.... you won't be disappointed!
