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British Airways

Business Professional Apprentice Review

at British Airways

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Business Operations

Harmondsworth

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

4.4 /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 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
4/5 - 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
My role as an apprentice within my placement is to communicate with other managers abroad to put new systems in place. I also help create the training packages for each airport. Every month I also make a Newsletter for all colleagues Worldwide to have crucial updates and also share their successes.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy my programme a lot as it opens so many opportunities and experiences that I never knew was available. Everyday is a different and interesting day & I look forward to what the day will bring.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have been able to learn many new skills that will benefit me throughout my career. Everyday I learn something new which helps develop my skill-set .

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is very well structured. I feel supported in all areas of the apprenticeship and feel as if I am looked after well.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I feel very supported by my employer. Colleagues around me are always happy to help me if needed and there is not a moment where I don’t feel supported.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My training provider supports me throughout my learning. She is always available to speak or help when needed and makes sure she has time aside to support us all. She is happy to sit with us 1-1 if needed and to take extra time with certain areas we may need help with.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My qualification helps me perform better in my role as it links to my role really well. Content I am learning can be used in my everyday 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
At work there is always different events to get involved in. We have also been exposed to the different sports that are available to us.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend British Airways to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I feel as if British Airways is a well supported place to work at. I feel appreciated and am proud to be working here. There is many opportunities and experiences you can also get involved in.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to British Airways?
1. be confident
2. be yourself, this is because it is good to let your personality be seen.
3. be driven and determined. This is because you need to be determined to achieve!
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