Forensic Accountant Review

by FCA

Rating

8.6/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Part of the investigation team who conducts investigations into firms in the finance sector

    8/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • My excel skills have been improved massively, as well as my skills on other software's which are used daily. My teamwork has improved due to working in a group

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I am enjoying my programme, although it's challenging, it motivates me to complete the modules

    9/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • I felt that BPP didn't make the whole programme clear with what I should do when I complete modules, as well as the other factors needed in completing my apprenticeship - End point exams etc. Other than that they are very good

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

    • My employer is very understanding of the work load, and helps in providing me with the time and resources to be able to study and work, for example I work from home to reduce the commuting time so I can revise more, as well as giving me revision time before an exam

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

    • The people giving the live lectures are always very helpful throughout the modules, however BPP are quite distant in contacting you or emailing you to see if you require any help/assistance

    8/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • My qualification helps me to understand the financial information provided in investigations, as well as giving me a wider, and deeper knowledge of the context of the matters I am investigating

    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, there are a lot of opportunities available for sport and social events at my work

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

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • It's a great workplace, which has made me enjoy coming to work

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

    • Research the company to have an idea of the work which they do

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Accounting

March 2020

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