Project Controls Degree Apprentice Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Project Management
Preston
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.2 /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
3.6/5
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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 involves:
Cost Management
Schedule Management
Risk and Opportunity Management
Resourcing
Scope Management
Baseline Change Control
Stakeholder Communication and Management
Reporting to senior stakeholders
Mentoring other project professionals
Travel to other BAE Systems sites across the UK
Supporting other business functions in projects that have an effect on delivery.
Cost Management
Schedule Management
Risk and Opportunity Management
Resourcing
Scope Management
Baseline Change Control
Stakeholder Communication and Management
Reporting to senior stakeholders
Mentoring other project professionals
Travel to other BAE Systems sites across the UK
Supporting other business functions in projects that have an effect on delivery.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy it and gain lots through the programme.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed all the skills I mentioned in Q1.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organised - BAE Systems make it very clear what I need to do to achieve high standards and what is expected of me.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Lots of support. If I ever feel I need more support, it is always available.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Some support - some tutors are very helpful; others, not so much.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
1/5
It doesnt really, I learn everything from my experience on the job.
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
Lots to get involved with such as football teams, networking events both internally and externally, and also support lots of charitable work and projects to support with.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because the business look after their employees very well, and ensure that everyone is treated fairly.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
If you fail, try again.
