Flying Start Degree programme- Associate - Manchester Review
at PwC
Degree Apprenticeship
Audit
Manchester
Review Submitted: December 2024
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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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
I was involved in the audit of Banking clients and helped to test different FSLIs across the bank , taking samples and documenting . This involved talking to the client , asking them to provide information and following up with queries where necessary .
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy this programme a lot . Gives the chance for paid work experience in a new city. Speeds up the process of getting accredited a lot.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
My excel skills have developed massively over the first placement along with my practical audit skills and knowledge.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Well organised .
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
There are a number of support groups , Peoples managers, buddies, champions , programme manager . These were extremely helpful especially the buddies system which made the transition into the placement a lot easier.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
They help provide resources for revision
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It gives us the work experience much earlier than we normally would so I think for our age we are much further ahead than other people
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
There are socials run frequently at work along with sports teams such as football .
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Prestigious company that seems to really care about their employees
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Make sure you read up about the company and the values that the company holds.
