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British Airways

Sales executive Review

at British Airways

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Sales

Hounslow

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

3.7 /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!

3/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3.6/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
3/5
I book flight simulators for third party customers such as other airlines.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy the work side of my apprenticeship, but the qualification side of it I do not enjoy as much. I don't really enjoy the case studies and other assignments

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt a lot of communication skills, as well as technical skills such as excel and other Microsoft applications.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Very well
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive support whenever it is required.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Lots of support,
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Not much if I'm honest as my role differs from the sales process they teach about.
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 have been to an airlines conference in Portugal and some other events.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend British Airways to a friend?
Yes
Why?
A good company to work for with a good culture as well as good perks.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to British Airways?
Be confident, communication skills are very important
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