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British Airways

Apprentice Aspiring Leader Review

at British Airways

Degree Apprenticeship

Business Operations

Harmondsworth

Review Submitted: May 2024

Overall Rating

3.8 /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
3.2/5 - 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 am on a 4 year programme with a variety of placements across the business
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
The programme is enjoyable but sometimes a little unorganised at times

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes, my professional skills have developed and I have learnt all kinds of new skills through my first two placements

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The training provider side is quite unorganised but the apprenticeship itself is well structured
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive lots of support from my employer and manager. They always make the time to see you if you have any concerns or worries
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
Support is received but not enough in my opinion. Feedback is brief and time isn’t always made for 1-1’s
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Gives us the skills and knowledge when we face things in the office and we can relate it across
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
We get the chance to join professional networking events within our placements and also social activities at special times of the year

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend British Airways to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It sets us up for a successful career with valuable on the job learning
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to British Airways?
To research the business and have a good understanding of the role your trying to apply for
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