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PwC

Flying start Degree Programme - FS1 Leeds Review

at PwC

Degree Apprenticeship

Accounting

Leeds

Review Submitted: June 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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4/5 - 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
I have been provided a range of tasks to give me an idea of my role in the future and have been given the opportunity to ask questions and provide a fresh outlook on audit.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
While i enjoy the programme it can be very overwhelming and stressful at times.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt how to use all of the audit systems in place at PwC as well as massively developing my excel skills and have vastly improved my typing accuracy and speed

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Everyone has been welcoming and aware of our presence. We have received constant updates about how we are doing and what is required from us keeping us updated at all times.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
We have lots of different support lines at all levels to help us should we have questions about work or support in day to day life.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Having already done some exams in this field I feel I can apply to the job role very well and gave me a basic understanding of most areas when i started the role.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
Yes, there has been two social activity since i have been here but other than that i have heard limited things to help me get involved elsewhere.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because it is an inclusive enviornment that helps anyone feel comfortable and allows you to excel in your learning as all are open to questions and encourage questions.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Be yourself, don't be afraid to ask questions and get stuck in but make sure you are ready for some hard work and some long hours
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