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The Co-op

Project Manager Review

at The Co-op

Degree Apprenticeship

Business Operations

Chester-le-Street

Review Submitted: May 2022

Overall Rating

4.9 /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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
Project Manager, managing projects in Corporate and Strategic functions
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Great bunch of people, staff were great very enjoyable

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned that experience backed up with theory is the best balance for being effective in my job

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Anglia Ruskin done a great job and the structure was excellent
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer was great giving me the required time off the job to do my degree.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I was assigned a tutor and a supervisor and they were great, couldn't do enough
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I now have an extensive experience in my field as well as the theory and qualifications to back it up. My performance has improved and my opportunities to progress have also increased.
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
Not really

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend The Co-op to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I've been with Co-op for 18 years and they are a fair and ethical company that invests in its colleagues. the people are great and you feel like you are contributing to something bigger than work.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to The Co-op?
Understand the values and behaviours expected by Co-op and if these align with your values and behaviours don't hesitate to apply
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