Business Apprentice Review

by MBDA

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.2/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • We move around the company for 4 years, doing 6 to 9 month placements. Placements include commercial, sales, project management, procurement etc...

    9/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • Yes. Many new skills and a huge amount of new knowledge. Mostly IT skills using various programmes, and personal development skills.

    8/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • Very much enjoy, very happy to have chosen a sponsored degree over full time university.

    8/10
  • 4. How valued do you feel by MBDA?

    • Very valued, young people are treated very well

    8/10
  • 5. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Well structured with dedicated teams and an understanding of the programme from the rest of the company.

    8/10
  • 6a. How much support do you receive from your training provider?

    • More independence needed, which is fine.

    7/10
  • 6b. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • As much as is needed.

    10/10
  • 7. How well does your salary/package meet your costs?

    • It's always going to be hard for young people. The salary is fairly good, not amazing.

    7/10
  • 8. Are there many opportunities outside of work?

    • Yes- we are encouraged to get involved in as much as possible.

    9/10
  • 9. Would you recommend MBDA to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Extremely valuable experience. It depends on what you are interested in.

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

    • Highlight your unique skills, be confident.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Engineering

Central London & City

March 2017

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