PMO Review
at Barclays
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Banking
Northampton, UK
Review Submitted: May 2024
Overall Rating
3.2 /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!
2.5/5
-
Overview of Role
3/5
-
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:
3/5
Data analysis, project time and costs tracking, monthly reporting
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
I enjoyed learnign the modules and completing some of the coursework. I found it difficult to relate the programme to my day to day work and as a result found it challenging
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Yes.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Reasonably well organised and structured, though there are some reoccuring issues that could be addressed
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
A lot of support from my line manager and colleagues.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
A good level of support but the quality was dependent on the coach and the quality varied
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
My qualification currently doesn't have much of an impact on my role but I'm hoping in future it will do
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
Yes there are networking events and a grauate/apprenticeship network I ma a member of
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Barclays to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a good organisation to work for as provides many opportunities, as long as you can cope with the corporate banking culture
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Barclays?
To do your research in terms of role and department, to ensure you end up in the right position for your skillset and with a supportive line manager
