Audit, centre of excellence Review

by PwC

Best Student Employer

Rating

4.2/5
  • Skills
    4.3
  • Business Insight
    4.3
  • Culture
    4.0
  • Your Impressions
    4.0

    Overview

  • 1. Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
  • The PwC Audit Centre of Excellence Spring Insight Programme gives students an inside look at auditing and the work the Audit Centre of Excellence team conducts to assist the audit practice. The program covers a variety of activities, such as shadowing experts, attending client meetings, doing research, and engaging with team members to create audit methods and tools.


    Skills

  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
  • During my stay at the PwC Audit Centre of Excellence Spring Insight Programme, I watched and learned from the fantastic professionals at PwC. While I cannot learn new skills in the traditional sense, the experience helped me better grasp the audit process and the necessity of attention to detail. Furthermore, I noticed the significance of solid teamwork and communication skills when working on complicated projects. Overall, the experience enabled me to comprehend better the abilities necessary to thrive in professional services, and I developed a more excellent knowledge of the industry's unique difficulties.


  • How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
  • 4/5

  • How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
  • 4/5

  • How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
  • 5/5

  • Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
  • 4/5

    Business Insight

  • 3. What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
  • As a PwC Audit Centre of Excellence Spring Insight Programme member, I can personally witness the fantastic benefit this program provides. The program gave me unique insights into the inner workings of a professional services organization and introduced me to various engaging activities and presentations. Due to these encounters, I obtained a complete grasp of the PwC company and the numerous opportunities available within the Audit Centre of Excellence. I learned about the audit process, the necessity of quality control, and risk management in the sector. I also gained a strong understanding of the abilities needed to thrive in this area. Overall, the program provided an excellent platform for me to learn, grow, and make significant relationships within the business.


  • Please rate how insightful you found the insight
  • 4/5

  • How would you rate the structure of the insight
  • 4/5

  • How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
  • 5/5

    Culture

  • 4. What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
  • PwC has an excellent company culture! The environment was always bustling with good energy, and the staff felt a genuine sense of community. Everyone was always prepared to offer a hand or share their skills to guarantee everyone worked together to attain common goals. PwC established a diverse and inclusive culture in which everyone's perspectives were acknowledged and appreciated. There was also a strong emphasis on work-life balance and personal development, with many prospects for growth and professional success. Overall, it was an excellent workplace, and I would suggest it to anybody seeking a good and helpful work atmosphere.


  • How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
  • 4/5

  • How would you rate the networking opportunities?
  • 4/5

  • Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
  • 4/5

    Your Impressions

  • 5. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
  • The PwC Audit Centre of Excellence, Spring Insight Programme, was well-organized and educational. I appreciated learning about PwC's audit process and how the firm provides quality control and risk management. The interactive activities and presentations gave an in-depth overview of the PwC company and the many opportunities available within the Audit Centre of Excellence. The program provided excellent learning, growth, and insight into the professional services business.


  • Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
  • 4/5

  • Please rate how your experience met your expectations
  • 4/5

  • Please rate the future employment prospects at PwC
  • 4/5

  • 7. Would you recommend PwC to a friend?
  • Yes


  • 8. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to PwC
  • Research the firm and the position you're looking for: Learn as much as possible about PwC's beliefs, culture, and services. This will allow you to personalize your application and indicate your interest in and suitability for the post. Attend career fairs, connect with PwC workers on LinkedIn, or participate in PwC-hosted events to network with PwC employees. This will allow you to learn more about the organization, ask questions, and create critical contacts. Be true to yourself: PwC promotes variety and originality, so be yourself and display your personality throughout the application process. This will set you apart from other candidates and indicate your compatibility with the company's culture.


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Details

Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

Audit

West Midlands

April 2023


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