Flying Start Degree programme - FS1 Birmingham Review

by PwC

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.5/10

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

Working in audit at an associate level in the Birmingham PwC office.

7/10

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

Learnt how to use PwC tools such as Vantage, Connect and Aura. These helped me to improve my technical skills, particularly within Microsoft Excel.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The programme is challenging, but rewarding. I think it is the right balance of university and work and therefore I would say I enjoy the experience.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is very well structured, it is clear when each placement/study period is. It is not made clear that a significant portion of the cohort (around 3/8) do not graduate due to failure in exams or placement, this should be known before joining.

6/10

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

The employer is very supportive, as well as the university backed teams too. I would recommend them wholly.

10/10

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

The support is extremely fantastic, they allow you to study a difficult qualification at ease.

9/10

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

The qualification is directly linked to the role, and therefore is extremely relevant.

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, there are several opportunities to get involved in these across a range of activities.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

A great place to work, collaborate and develop as a person. The support, as well as the community is welcoming and understanding.

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

I would consider that it is very competitive, and therefore working on soft skills such as interview preparation and general awareness around the subject area would be useful.