Aspiring Leader Degree Apprentice Review

by British Airways

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.6/10

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

My current role is on placement in the Payment Team. I have taken on project management and been given big opportunities including attending events as a BA rep and leading meetings.

9/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes - I have developed skills of communication, developed my confidence, improved my skills of excel and professional writing, as well as the skill of being confident in meeting new people.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy my programme as I have a supportive team, am trusted within my team, have been given many opportunities to make a difference within my workplace. I also am able to apply the degree side of things in my day to day role!

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

8/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I receive support and know who I can contact as and when I need support. There's many colleagues around who are willing to help

8/10

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

We receive support as I have experienced my tutors arranging meetings with us to review work for example and they are always available via teams meetings or email.

8/10

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

For example, my topic in professional writing has helped me to structure emails and engage professionally with senior colleagues. Our topic in Finance was relevant to my role in Payments when I manage budgets.

8/10

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.)

Yes - social activities, sports events and networking events.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend British Airways to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Inclusive, professional and friendly

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to British Airways?

Be yourself, be open, stay curious and give it your all.