Project Manager Degree Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Warton, Carnforth, UK
Review Submitted: April 2022
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
learning in a fast pace environment whilst gaining a degree. On the project manager scheme you work 4 days a week and spend 1 day a week working towards your university degree. Day to day jobs include stakeholder management, budgeting, communicating, tracking spend, change control, risk management, working in a team.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I love the program, it is very well structured, well managed and there is a lot to learning that takes place in a fast environment such as BAE SYSTEMS. The day to day job provide a lot of variation so you do not get bored and there is always enrichment activities that you can take part in
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned a lot and developed a lot as a person since working in BAE SYSTEMS. Some characteristics include ; Communication, leadership, innovative thinking, critical thinking, budgeting, scheduling, risk analysis, change management. You will always be given the opportunity to develop and BAE view character building and development of paramount importance
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organized
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
There is always people you can turn to to ask questions, very supportive environment. There are specific skill coaches, mentors, managers etc that you can turn to if you have an issue or would just like to discuss work. BAE create a safe environment where each individual employee is supported
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
You will always receive a load of support from your training provide, there is a very good relationship. BAE SYSTEMS work very closely with training providers to build a syllabus that reflects the tasks you will be completing in work. You will always be supported and there is always help you can access
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The things you learn at university will always relate back to your day to day role. They help further your understanding and build your confidence. Everything that you learn at university is relevant to your day to day role. You will be taught how to apply yourself vis the content you learn at university
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 always opportunities to take part in enrichment activities. There are various STRETCH assignments such as getting involved with STEM (Science Technology, Engineering and Math's), going into schools and helping out with recruitment. There are also opportunities for character building in outward bound and often football matches for charity
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because BAE SYSTEMS operates in a unique way unlike any other company, you will be supported everyday whilst learning in a fast paced environment. You will be able to work towards your degree whilst working a day to day job. You will not be treated as an apprentice and will be given the trust just like any other employee.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Be confident, show why you should get the job in your interview. show knowldege around BAE SYSTEMS, describe why you want to work in an environment such as BAE SYSTEMS and what you can bring to the role. Describe your skills, experience and how this will allow you to perform
