Regional Business Analyst Review

by Cummins

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Rating

2.9/5
  • The Role
    3.8
  • The Company
    3.5
  • The Culture
    0.8

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • The role itself was interesting and I've realised that is something I want to do in the future, have gained new skills which I should be able to apply in my further studies and after uni jobs. However, lack of social life has made the whole experience not so enjoyable.

    3/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I've fit well in the team and the team itself was wonderful - loads of jokes and laughs in the office, everyone is friendly and willing to help.

    5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • My manager was really supportive and flexible, would always take into accounts my preferences and dislikes, give guidance and try to involve me in projects I am interested in.

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • It varied from week to week, some weeks were really busy, some not so much.

    3/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • 3/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • I've received quite a lot of training in Project Management, Business Analysis and 6 Sigma, have also learned a lot about new tools and systems.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • As I've mentioned before, colleagues are funny and love sarcasm, so there is no sad day in the office.

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Since I'm the first placement student in such role in this location, at first it felt like there was no plan what I was supposed to do, however, throughout the year it became clearer what I am supposed to do. I am sure though that for students after me, it will be more structured.

    3/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • My manager involved me in the main trainings that full-time employees and business analysts undertake.

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Flexi Time

    International Travel

    Working from home
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • In the location I've worked, definitely not a place for a young person to settle. However, in other locations, the future prospects are quite good, quite a few possibilities of travel and opportunities to relocate abroad.

    3/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • Without me, there was only 1 more placement student/graduate, so was not a good atmosphere for students. Colleagues also were not keen to hang out after work.

    1/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Cost of living was quite expensive, considering it was a small town. There are barely any places to socialise so did not spend much money on that.

    1/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Non existent.

    1/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • There is a sports and social club but it is not very active.

    1/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

West Midlands

March 2018

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