Flying Start Degree programme -FS1, Reading Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.9/10

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

Worked in a team as a junior team member to help audit various clients.

9/10

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

I learn how to use Excel properly and use its shortcuts to finish my work quicker, work collaboratively in a team and work around tight deadlines.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

This programme was very enjoyable because there was lots of support available from our buddies, career coaches and flying start champions, who would always help me if I was stuck on anything. There was also a supporting environment in our teams so I could ask questions comfortably.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I believe our programme is structured well but I think the block learning before we start our placement is quite stressful and difficult.

7/10

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

There is a lot of support available as we get assigned buddies, career coaches and we had Flying Start Champions, who would always help answer any questions I have.

10/10

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

There is quite a lot of support as we have a very helpful coordinator who answers all our questions whenever we are stuck.

8/10

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

It is very helpful because our modules directly relate to Audit, so we have a better understanding on how to fulfill our assigned tasks.

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.)

Our work place always organises fun social events such as quiz nights, bake sales, new joiners event, pizza day.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

PwC has a very supportive working environment and you always get many opportunities to build a relationships with everyone in your office.

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

I would advise to be friendly and ensure you are including everyone when working in a team, and do not be scared to ask questions.