Apprentice Project Manager Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Project Management
Christchurch, Dorset
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
4.2 /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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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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
Work under manager on independent tasks supporting a large defence project, such as monthly reports, tracking data, supporting employees
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I personally struggle with mental health, but generally work isn't too bad
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Time management, organisation, professionalism, project management practice
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Well understood by the company and tracking of progress to ensure completion to a good level is good
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Lots of good support, available only because we are such a large organisation. Wouldn't be available at a smaller company.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Enough to achieve grades
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Not that well linked
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
Some available, if you are interested in participating
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Support available and size of company, and hopefully the available roles after I finish the course.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Prepare well and be ready for hard work
