Insight Day Review
by BDO
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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About You
4.4
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The Company
3.7
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Everything Else
3.6
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?
- 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?
- 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 5. How well structured was the insight?
- 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?
- 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 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?
- 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?
- 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?
- 11. Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
- 12. Were there opportunities for networking and meeting other employees of the company or firm?
- 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?
- 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?
- 15. Would you recommend this insight to a friend?
About You
The speakers on the day were from different departments and gave very detailed insights into their day-to day work, the excitement and challenges that come with their role, as well as the support and development that they have been provided with during their time at BDO.
It was only a few hours but during that time everyone was welcoming and pleasant.
The information provided about the application process was very well presented and explained and I know it will be very helpful.
The information helped give me a better idea of the roles within each department which in turn led me to deciding which role I would most enjoy thus, which I would apply for.
The Company
The structure of the day was faultless. Time was very well managed. We had enough time to listen to different speakers, find out about the firm and the application process, network and, research and present a topic.
Very relaxed atmosphere for an insight day, everyone was easy to get along with, I enjoyed it.
N/A
It was insightful. The speakers spoke in detail about their day-to-day roles, what they most enjoyed about it, any challenges they have faced and the importance of the relationships they have with their clients. They also spoke on the balance needed between work and self-study whilst in the process of qualifying in your chosen field.
It was helpful. The core values of the firm were emphasized as were their practical applications in the workplace. One of the trainees also spoke in detail about the various societies that one may partake in or even create. Furthermore, the great work-life balance was a common element from most of the speakers (dependent on the department).
It affirmed that the business area I want to pursue is the right one for me. However, I was undecided between to sub-areas and it helped me make my decision.
Everything Else
It was an insight day, they kindly provided us with lunch, snacks and drinks.
We had a Q&A with the employees after each of their talks and had an opportunity to network with other individuals who had come for the insight day.
Yes I would.
Details
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
London
January 2019
