N/A Review

by BDO

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Rating

3.3/5
  • About You
    3.1
  • The Company
    3.2
  • Everything Else
    3.8

    About You

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

    • Overall it was an enjoyable and useful day, with a good mix of networking and challenges.

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued during your time at the company or firm?

    • Everyone was very welcoming, friendly and helpful.

    4/5
  • 3. How much guidance/support did you receive during the insight?

    • Not much guidance/support needed throughout the day.

    3/5
  • 4. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and information you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • As a graduate it was unable to assist me. however it will help with the application process.

    2/5

    The Company

  • 5. How well structured was the insight?

    • Very structured, with itinerary and clear instructions.

    4/5
  • 6. How was the general atmosphere during your insight?

    • Positive and fun.

    4/5
  • 7. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • As a one day insight this was not factored into the day,

    0/5
  • 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?

    • This was the most valuable part of the day and they gave an excellent overview of what it would be like to work for BDO.

    4/5
  • 9. How much did the insight help you in understanding the company culture?

    • The company culture was a big part of the day and it was very useful to be able to speak directly with a mix of the current staff.

    4/5
  • 10. How valuable was the content in helping you to decide on your future career path?

    • I knew before I arrived what I wanted to do so I was there to learn more about the company.

    3/5

    Everything Else

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

    • I was not expecting the expenses to be reimbursed.

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

    • Yes,they devoted a couple of hours towards networking with current employees.

    4/5
  • 13. How were the networking/ social event opportunities?

    • Great for the time we had

    3/5
  • 14. Did you find out about activities that employees can get involved in outside of work?

    • they have a very proactive staff that organise different events.

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

    • It was a useful day, however as a graduate I found the focus to be away from graduate positions and more on school leavers. It is a useful networking exercise.

    3/5
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Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)

South West

August 2013

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