Project Manager Degree Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Business Operations, Engineering
Barrow-in-Furness
Review Submitted: April 2023
Overall Rating
4.1 /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!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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:
4/5
Within my role as a PM Apprentice, I have the chance to spend a 12 month period within different areas of the business. I engage in stakeholder meetings and communications to discuss processes used within my Team and BAE and the ways they can be improved.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
Currently I am enjoying my programme very much! I feel apart of a team within my placement and am now becoming trusted to carry out and complete my own projects. I also enjoy the University side of my programme even though at times it can be challenging.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed my personal skills and behaviours such as leadership, teamwork and communication. As well as this, i have also had the chance to develop my knowledge and IT skills within modules i have completed at University, e.g. Microsoft Project and the importance of Stakeholder Management.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
My programme is extremely organised. We have a set university day and engage in regular catch up reviews with our Skills Coaches which are organised weeks in advance to ensure availability.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive lots of support from my employer, the message of who to turn to in times of need is consistently communicated to us. There are always opportunities to speak to an individual within Early careers within Reviews or Learning Groups etc. to relay and issues or worries.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
We receive good support from our Tutors at the University of Cumbria. They consistently keep in contact with us- particularly leading up to an exam/assignment and highlight all the possible resources available which may help us develop further.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I think the current modules i am being taught at University help me preform and understand information much better within my role. I am now able to incorporate and use the IT Systems i have learnt at university within my placement which opens doors for different tasks i can complete.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
There are many STRETCH opportunities and Networking events that are advertised and encouraged.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I would recommend BAE Systems to a friend because they provide experience within a highly respected business while also giving the opportunity to obtain a full degree at their expense. They also have great support systems.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Don't let the fear of not knowing enough stop you from applying, the willingness to learn, achieve and experience the different areas of the business is enough.
