Associate project management Review
at BAE Systems
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Project Management
Frimley
Review Submitted: March 2025
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
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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
I am currently in a planning placement, I have an overview of all of the plans and update them regularly based on new information by Project management and supply chain leads. I also change the baselines if neccessary
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
To a high extent
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes I have hit the majority of my KSB's while being in my first placement. My confidence has also grown huge amounts
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
With my scheme being new, there are many things that arent clear but the EC team are working hard to refine these.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
A very high amount
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
A very high amount- Revision sesisons to be completed also
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It helps me understand the role of business management and the different types of business management. This also helps me get my PMQ qualification aswell
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
I often go to social activities with the apprentices as well as the team I work with. There are many sports teams that you can join but these are not something I am interested in
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a very inclusive work place, the training is to a high level and the people are nice
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Ensure to work on your organisation and prioritisation skills before joining to ensure that you understand the concept before your workload becomes too much. Work on presentation skills and public speaking. Your confidence will be built while working here.
