Audit associate Review
at PwC
Degree Apprenticeship
Accounting
Southampton
Review Submitted: March 2022
Overall Rating
3.7 /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!
3/5
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Overview of Role
3/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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:
3/5
Audit associate, working on the year end audits of multiple companies.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy the blended learning/working approach to the course as I develop real world skills alongside academic studies.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
I have developed my accounting knowledge from previous placements, as well as my communication skills with client teams.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Overall the programme is organised well.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Whilst on placement PwC support staff well, and provide a good amount of flexibility.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
The University have provided good support in terms of providing revision for the qualification exams.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The qualification is the key benefit of this course in that you can achieve it faster than other avenues.
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
Yes, for example Ninja warrior socials, drinks after work etc.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They provide opportunities to develop and provide flexibility whilst doing so.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Prepare well for interviews and only apply if you want to be here, as the hours can be long so being interested in the work is a big help.
