business analyst Review

by MSD

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Rating

2.7/5
  • The Role
    2.5
  • The Company
    3.1
  • The Culture
    2.5

    The Role

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

    • It was a great experience. I've never had a job before so this thought me the value of money and accountability for projects.

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

    • I felt very valued. I had colleagues I could turn to whenever I needed them and no question was a stupid one.

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

    • My manager was supportive, he made himself available for as many catch ups as I needed and encouraged me to join multiple networking groups to help me gain self confidence.

    3/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Very busy! It was never a dull moment!

    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 was given some responsibility. I didn't have as much as other students but I had enough for what I could handle.

    3/5

    The Company

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

    • The atmosphere was good, very relaxed.

    3/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • The placement was well organised. the early talent team were helpful and supportive throughout my year. There was a good balance between the students and leadership on how the year should be ran.

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

    • the company invests heavily in employee personal development. It was evident to see this.

    3/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Subsidised/Company Gym

    Company Parties/Events

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

    • Very appealing as I'm keen to get into the pharmacuetical industry.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • It was okay. the students didn't mix as much as I had thought but the group I lived with were very social so we kept to ourselves.

    3/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Affordable. We wer eoutside of london so it wasn't too pricey but definitely more than social bars at uni!

    3/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • It wasn't that lively, but I'm only into pubs so it suited me.

    3/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Yes, but I chose not to as I like to stick with my group of friends.

    3/5
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Placement (10 Months+)

London

November 2019

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