Programme Management Analyst Review

by Accenture

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Rating

4.5/5
  • The Role
    4.5
  • The Company
    4.7
  • The Culture
    4.4

    The Role

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

    • The job was very technical and i struggled at first to get to grips with the tasks i was given, however after a few weeks i found i began speaking in acronyms like everyone else.

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

    • Everyone within Accenture is very friendly regardless of your background and experience. Everyone was very eager to help.

    4/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • I was supported immensely by not only by line manager, but also by by assigned buddy, HR rep and a senior exec.

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

    • I had a wide range of tasks that enabled me to constantly be busy even if a bottleneck had arisen in one area.

    4/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was responsible for producing reports and chairing meetings within a few weeks.

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

    • I feel much more confident in a group environment.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • Often the atmosphere was quiet due to the level of work, however everyone was ready to switch off and chat regardless of this.

    4/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Everyone was provided for us and explained to us in detail. Logistically speaking it was perfect.

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

    • The first week consisted of an induction comprising general communication and consulting skills right down to specific IT training.

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

    • Flexi Time

    Subsidised Canteen

    Subsidised/Company Gym
    5/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I was offered a job beginning next year and I am willing to consider it.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • There was a group of 50 interns on my scheme. We all lived together and the social scene was constantly buzzing.

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

    • Our accommodation was provided however the local area was very expensive for eating and drinking.

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • We were situated right beside the Thames next to tower bridge which has a fine array of bars and restaurants.

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

    • We were encouraged to sign up to the Accenture clubs and societies.

    5/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Business Management

London

June 2014

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