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Associate Project Manager Review

at BAE Systems

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Project Management

Barrow-in-Furness

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

4.9 /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
4.8/5 - 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 is in planning which includes reporting on the current state of the plan, progressing activities and adding activities which are going to be carried out etc.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy my programme and its goals as well as driving towards these goals.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned and developed many skills including overall management of project and the skills which go into this such as reporting, communication and teamwork skills which have helped me to manage the projects I'm working on with the help of others

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My programme has been well structed with great communication to understand my goals and what I must achieve while on this programme. As well as defining key dates and milestones which I needed to complete to improve my development
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I have received lots of support from my employer and have maintained constant communication with key people to support me during this programme including frequent check-ins and updates when required.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive all the support I require when working towards my qualifications.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The qualifications I have gained and continue to gain are always directly linking to my role and and allow me to preform more efficiently in 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.)
5/5
There is always extra-curricular activities to get involved with when I choose to. Such as networking events and social activities

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I have gained lots of valuable knowledge and developed my skills effectively with the support of others which has been positively effecting my work life and I would want this to apply for others.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Use the resources which are provided to you to support your development and reach out to others for help when you feel you will benefit from this as everyone is happy to help
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