Flying Start Degree programme Review
at PwC
Degree Apprenticeship
Accounting
Reading
Review Submitted: December 2024
Overall Rating
4.8 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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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
As a Flying Start on my first placement I was expected to complete multiple EGAs for different business components, communicate regularly with seniors in my team as well as communicate with the client in order to receive evidence.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy my programme a lot, the work is interesting and gives you a real view of what you would be doing as a real auditor.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I learnt a few new skills for example MS Excel functions, as well as bettering my organisational skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Well organised, dates are set out in advance and if there are any changes we are informed with notice.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I received a lot of support in the form of working as a team so the seniors were available whenever I needed help. As well as being assigned a buddy who is on the same programme but in the year above so they have experienced the same things and I could ask them any questions I had. Also being assigned a career coach was helpful since I could also receive guidance from them when needed.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
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.)
5/5
Yes, the Reading office hosted a couple of socials for example a Pizza Party for the September new joiners as well as a Diwali celebration. On top of this they also have a football team which employees can play for.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
Yes
Why?
PwC promotes good values and is a good environment to work in.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC?
Stay on top of your work because there can be a lot on your plate. Also to stay organised.
