Degree Apprentice Review
at CGI
Degree Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Reading
Review Submitted: May 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
In my day to day role I am a bid support analyst, I assist with proposal writing, layouts, presentation decks and portal submissions. This is all whilst shadowing a more senior bid manager throughout the day to learn more about what the future of bid management has in store for me.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
My programme is very enjoyable, coming from doing A levels on a strict syllabus with three subjects I feel much more in control now that I am studying the subject that I enjoy whilst also working in a much more comfortable environment for me - The difference between A levels and a Degree Apprenticeship was a very nice change
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed on a lot of skills that I had a good foundation of including time management, team work, leadership, organisation and more technical abilities including learning more office techniques and even some basic coding languages such as python. I have also built my networking skills and have transferred them to the virtual environment
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme that I am being trained through is very well organised by my company and the University of Winchester. Meetings with both the university and my workplace together have occurred to ensure that I receive the proper time and quality of training and support is offered from both parties
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a good amount of support from my employer, but what I like the most is that more support is available should I ask for it - I know that if I were to be struggling to keep up with university work that my workplace would accommodate the proper support needed
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I receive enough support from my training provider, it is hard to describe as the lecturers in different modules offer support in different ways. I have currently got one lecturer who goes above and beyond to answer calls even on weekends to discuss any concerns I have over the course material!
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I have had some incredibly relevant modules such as Managing Finance and Responsible Management which have improved both my business finance skills and allowed me to relate the CSR objectives from University directly into my bid proposals at work. The lecturers in these modules have managed to engage us in a professional manner
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
There are a plethora of extra-curricular activities at CGI, the Sports and Social club in just six months of me being in office prior to lockdown saw me go to Ascot Races, Ballie Ballerson, Airsoft, Go-Karting and a Christmas Dinner - outside of this I played football and basketball weekly and am looking forward to the CGI European football championships
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend CGI to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I would recommend CGI to a friend because of the working environment. From day one I was seen as an equal member of the CGI family and never felt belittled. I have received multiple opportunities for self-improvement and get to take my career in whichever direction I like to explore.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to CGI?
When applying to CGI I would emphasise the point that being yourself really is the best option. We look for a positive attitude and not only embrace but encourage individuality. We also look for people who can work well in teams and encourage one another to bring the best parts out of the people around them.
