Project Management Degree Apprentice Review

by BAE Systems

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.8/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Populating a performance reporting pack weekly. Involvement in a in-depth review/update on the project management plan Involvement in Governance arrangements and updates Leading Psychological Safety initiative for the team. Regular communication with the supply chain team and the customer on RFQs and Orders

    6/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • 4/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I generally enjoy my programme but it can be frustrating at times when I feel I am being limited by the title "apprentice"

    6/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • It is generally well structured but it is difficult to get answers/resolutions if the problem is not something they deal with day to day.

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

    • 8/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • 9/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • I think it is very good knowledge and theory to underpin work in my role, but it is sometimes a bit irrelevant due to the specialisations in our company

    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.)

    • 6/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • They provide robust training, good wages and there is good job security

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

    • Ensure you are applying for the correct role/entry route.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Project Management

Samlesbury

March 2025

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