Insight applicant Review

by BDO

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Rating

4.7/5
  • About You
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.7
  • Everything Else
    5.0

    About You

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?

    • I found it very enjoyable and helpful where I had the opportunity to ask any questions on my mind. Their advice will stay with me. It was very interesting to hear about the streams in detail and give me an idea of which is best suited to me.

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • They informed me of all the job openings and were understanding of all our situations. I appreciate all their advice.

    5/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • Everyone there was open to any questions and also stayed for lunchtime to network. There was a guide to the assessment process which was helpful.

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

    • Anjali gave great advice, she was very honest and was able to cover each part of the application process. She was able to answer all of my questions.

    4/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • They managed to squeeze all information they could into the day. Possibly could have had lunch earlier the day and have some speeches after and some before lunch. This breaks it up and the chance to think of more questions, rather than doing everything first then lunch and then 45 mins at the end.

    5/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Everyone was very friendly and welcoming.

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

    • They showed enthusiasm for us to succeed and covered everything I could ask for. They say could have been longer where we could see people working or walk around the offices.

    5/5
  • 8. To what extent did the insight help you to understand what it would be like to have a full time role with the company or firm?

    • They mentioned hours, lifestyle, social life and daily tasks.

    5/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • They gave me the impression that the company had a family feel.

    5/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • The advice is applicable to any company’s application process. The detailed PowerPoints of the role have been sent to us too so that we can look into more detail which career is best for us.

    5/5

    Everything Else

  • 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?

    • People could have been reimbursed as I met people coming from London, especially as the insight was only 5 hours, this would have been better.

  • 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?

    • They all gave out emails and LinkedIn profiles throughout the day.

    5/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • They were open to all questions.

    5/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • They made sure to include this in their presentations. They also promoted their Facebook and Instagram pages.

    5/5
  • 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?

    • Definitely, no matter which university degree you have done.

    5/5
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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

West Midlands

August 2018

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