Business Professional Apprenticeship Review
at British Airways
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Heathrow Airport (LHR), Hounslow, UK
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
5 /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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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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:
5/5
My role at British Airways varies day to day. The rotational placements mean I am doing something different all the time. A day to day typically involves some admin work (getting presentations ready and managing excel data sheets), volunteering opportunities or work with projects within my placement in engineering.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I love the programme. It gives freedom and flexibility to everyone and the opportunities are truely endless
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt organisational skills and teamwork skills and have been able to develop my public speaking and leadership skills. I have also learnt a lot regarding project management and general knowledge of the aviation operations.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme is very well organised. Milestones are made super clear and we are kept up to date with any changes. The apprenticeship itself is also very well organised with set dates for modules and consistent study days
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
The support from the employer its immense. We have frequent 1:1s and are offered help wherever it is needed. There hasn’t been a pointbin the apprentice so far that I felt like I didn’t have support.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
There is a lot of support from the training provider. If we ever need to ask questions or get help getting a 1:1 in is super easy and is always an option. There is also a lot of understanding in terms of staying up to date with coursework.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My qualification ensures I am always applying myself to the role. Making sure I apply myself and ask questions to ensure I get everything I can out of the apprenticeship. It teaches me about policies and regulations that I can refer to in real life as well as valuable skills.
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 there are endless activities to get involved in. From a BA sports day to smaller local volunteering at schools. Events range from recognition events to internal roadshows and we are always invited/encouraged to attend!
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend British Airways to a friend?
Yes
Why?
BA have provided me with such a rich pool of opportunities there is truely something to suit everyone. There is a very clear path for development and great opportunity to move through the business.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to British Airways?
Make sure to always be yourself! And show that you are ready to develop and grow with BA. There is a place for everyone!
