Business Management Delivery & Control Review

by Barclays

Rating

9.5/10

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

Business Management including the delivery and control of projects, costs and hires within the Wealth business.

9/10

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

Yes

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Overall a very good course. It is divided into three broad areas - Personal Development / Leadership (almost day to day basics of 'running a business') and Team Projects.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

This is a pilot year for Cranfield and Barclays and therefore we have bumped into a number of minor glitches. However most are insignificant and the wider course is well run and organized.

9/10

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

Course is fully supported by the business including sufficient time away from day to day role to allow for development, additional internal courses (including mentors/coaches) and training and access to Senior Mgt if required for informal/formal feedback.

10/10

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

Early view at this stage but the training provider has been very supportive.

9/10

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

The aspects of Personal Development and Business courses interspersed within the program are best in allowing me to perform better in the role.

10/10

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. Barclays run an extensive number of social and networking events and activities.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Barclays to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

One of the best firms to work for. Plenty of mobility within the firm (as it is so large there are huge amount of opportunities), strong leadership team and an open and willingness to listen to all colleagues to bring good ideas to the table/make a difference. Also a diverse and welcoming work force is already in place.

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

Be prepared to work hard. However if you work hard you will be rewarded.