Project Manager Review

by Co-op

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.8/10

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

Planning and delivery of projects across the food business with the aim to improve efficiencies, reduce costs and improve the business model.

10/10

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

Collaborative working across business functions, academic theory and how to weave this into daily work activities.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

8/10 - struggle to balance the workload at specific times with normal work balance but generally very enjoyable

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Variable - generally managed well, however as the apprenticeship provider does not have influence on work balance, sometimes degree/work can become congested

8/10

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

9/10

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

Tutors and module lecturers very attentive during sessions and had good contact from them outside of scheduled time as well

9/10

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

Very well, can always find a relatable work example to bring the academic content to life

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.)

No, potentially due to COVID

1/10

9a. Would you recommend Co-op to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Fantastic business, opportunity for development and growth and support for learning such as this apprenticeship

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Co-op?

Behaviours really matter, it’s important to understand the cooperative nature of the business and the vision of the company