Commercial Manager BPP Review

by Marks & Spencer

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Rating

4.8/5
  • The Role
    4.8
  • The Company
    4.9
  • The Culture
    4.8

    The Role

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

    • Was a fantastic experience with a wide range of development opportunities for placement students. Really enjoyed my time with the company and hopefully look forward to returning after graduation.

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

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

    • Strong support team in place to help and guide through the year and any queries or difficulties faced.

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

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

    • Viewed as a true member of senior management team in store and so given plenty of responsibility whilst still having the support there if needed.

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

    • 5/5

    The Company

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

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

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

    • Lot of time and money invested in the training of placement students and graduates. Full training schedule given on starting with the company and development plan clearly set out when started and revieved on regular basis.

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

    • Subsidised Canteen

    Company Parties/Events

    Staff Sales/Staff Shop
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I plan to return back to the business after graduation after being offered a place on the placement returner scheme.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

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

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

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

    • 4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Retail

East Midlands

September 2009

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