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Business admin apprentice Review

at BAE Systems

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Project Management

Warton, Preston PR4, UK

Review Submitted: April 2025

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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.6/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
My role involves 4 x 6 Month Placements within various Project management roles. On a day to day basis i complete Business admin and Project management tasks and complete assignments which are assigned through early careers
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy the program. Events like the outward bound trip in Eskdale really helped bond me with the others around me and the tams I have been in have been welcoming and extremely helpful. In terms of work enjoyment, I enjoy the learning curve I am currently on and cant wait to learn more.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes i have learnt lots to do with how the business operates and how to work within an office environment. I have also learnt about key project management tasks and working order

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme is well structured and was laid out in a clear and easy to understand way. Everything is scheduled into our outlook calendars with schemes of work being readily provided to help clear up any uncertainties with the future of the course.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I have a skills coach, line manager, Safety leads, function lead ( lots more ) to provide as much support as I need. I feel very comfortable approaching these figures for any sort of support I need physical and mental.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I have a skills coach, line manager, Safety leads, function lead ( lots more ) to provide as much support as I need. I receive lots of support towards my qualifications from my skills coach.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I'm learning about Business administration whilst working within PM teams. These go hand in hand although they are not directly the same. I can say that what I have been learning so far has been influential on how I apply to my role .
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 lots of professional networking events and other professional events outside of placement. However there is minimal sports activates

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good pay. Travel options. Great professional environment. and guaranteed exit roles
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Enter the application process with a professional mindset. It can be hard for many due to applying from education and no previous experience.
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