Project Manager Degree Apprentice Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.9/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Shadowing my line manager and completing tasks in accordance to prior processes.

    4/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • I have learnt a lot about LCM and risk management. Lots of soft skills development.

    7/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I enjoy parts of my programme. I enjoy working with my direct team and supporting those around me.

    7/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • It can feel frustrating that some documentation processes and procedures are not fully structured. Overall, I have a general idea.

    7/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • It can depend. Support in regard to university and work load, feels like limited as communication between teams is limited or fractured.

    8/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • The university support on offer is very good but can be a bit hit or miss. In regard to completing assessments the support is very limited.

    5/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • The knowledge I learn at uni can directly relate to my placement work.

    9/10
  • 8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

    • There are loads of stretch activities to get involved in. Socially it is limited due to office location.

    8/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Good opportunities and generally a good support network.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?

    • Be honest and open with yourself and taking on opportunities.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Project Management

Weymouth

April 2025

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