Business Support Apprentice Review

by BT Group

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9/10

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

Rotated around several different areas of the business (including: Project Management, Programme Management Office, and Contract Management).

9/10

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

Skills developed include communication, stakeholder management, business finance, negotiation, presentation skills, managing & leading people, project management.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have enjoyed rotating around different areas of the business and experiencing a wide range of roles. This has allowed me to gain a wide range of skills, and work with a range of stakeholders.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My scheme has been structured in to four 12 month rotations. I have 20% study time each week which is designated for my university studies. Overall it has been well structured.

9/10

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

I have been supported over the course of my rotations with understanding and performing the role. I have also been supported with my studies and research for QA when needed.

10/10

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

Support from training provider includes weekly lectures, drop in sessions for assignments, an academic support team, as well as support from a skills coach.

8/10

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

I have been able to put learning from lectures and uni sessions in to practice, recognising key theories and feeding this in to my assignment.

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.)

Extra-curricular activities include: social events, future careers networking, supplier networking events

10/10

9a. Would you recommend BT Group to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I have been able to learn and develop key skills and knowledge from rotating round the business. I have received coaching from experts in the field, and have been able to apply this to day-to-day activities.

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

- Put time in to your application - Get to know the business and their values - Attend any open days or networking sessions they have