Flying Start - 2 Review

Item: Flying Start - 2 at PwC
Rating: 4.3
Author: Anonymous

at PwC

Degree Apprenticeship

Accounting

London

Review Submitted: December 2023

Overall Rating

4.3 /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 - Overview of Role

4/5 - 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 was part of an audit team, just helping along at the start. My main type of work was like helping with any admin tasks. As placement progressed, i gained my teams trust and was given more work and responsibility like testing of expenses and other more intensive work.

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

4/5

I enjoy quite a bit, The mix of both university and work life is a different experience. You feel like your living two different lives and are always on the move. For me, I'm happy to say has had a positive impact.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

4/5

Yes, I would have to say my understanding of Microsoft Excel has excelled a lot. At first, I would say I was below average, After the help of my seniors, I have improved quite a lot. Secondly, other skills like communication, professional manners all get polished after you work in a prestigious firm.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

4/5

My programme is well structured

How much support do you receive from your employer?

4/5

The employer helps a lot. We get paid a salary and for some who move to a new city for placement are provided free accomodation. Other benefits like discounts, dinners and socials play a big role in haing a positive working environment

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

Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

4/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

Why?

PwC is one of the big 4 accountancy firms. I would recommend it to anyone as the quality of work is unmatched. If anyone gets the opportunity to work in any big firm.