Business Administration Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Portsmouth
Review Submitted: May 2023
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
4 placements throughout the 2 year programme. Currently in Project Control, updating schedules of projects to inform finance and resourcing.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy the programme, I have been offered an extensive amount of support from the teams I have worked with and I have been given responsibilities to feel valued as part of a team.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Learnt the role of being a Project Controller. Now skilled in Microsoft Project and developed on previous business administration skills/knowledge - accurate document production, communication etc.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme is structured well with sufficient time for off the job training, as well as the daily learning on the job. There are vast opportunities for stretch to further develop skills.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Continuous support is offered by my employer and they can always be contacted should I require support.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Training is provided by in house early careers. This is a very supportive process with regular training days each month to build knowledge, skills and behaviours for the qualification based on the Pearson standard.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I have gained knowledge and skills that assist with my daily role. It has been helpful to understand why tasks are completed due to the background knowledge provided by the learning for the qualification.
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 various activities going on throughout the year that can be attended - social activities, various sports teams to join and professional networking events with people across the business.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It has been such a positive experience and the support you receive to carry out your role has been extensive. I feel valued as an employee/apprentice and it has exceeded all expectations. Wellbeing of employees is highly valued.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
It may feel daunting applying to such a large company but it is such a friendly, supportive environment where everyone wants you to succeed and will assist in you doing so. Try to get some background knowledge of the area of the business you apply to on the website.
