Business Analyst Review

by Accenture

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Rating

3.7/5
  • The Role
    3.9
  • The Company
    3.6
  • The Culture
    3.6

    The Role

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

    • Overall very enjoyable but I did not enjoy the systems testing aspect as much as other work I did during my internship

    4/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • I felt I was an important member of the team

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

    • My manager was very supportive and helpful but I did not see him very much. However, I knew I could always email him for advice or with any questions I had.

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

    • I was very busy at all times, working at least 9 hours each day as the project I was on was reaching a crucial stage.

    2/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • I was given as much responsibility as all the full time analysts

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

    • I gained so many new skills from my internship which I will use for life.

    5/5

    The Company

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

    • In my particular client office there was not a great atmosphere as everyone was so busy all the time. However, everyone was kind and welcoming.

    1/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • My internship was well organised by HR staff and I felt well supported in this way

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

    • I was often left to find out how to do tasks myself without much guidance as everyone was always so busy.

    4/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Parties/Events
    4/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I have now been offered the job for when I finish University which I am really excited about.

    5/5

    The Culture

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

    • It was great being surrounded by such enthusiastic, fun, and like minded individuals.

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

    • Expensive in London but the company did often pay for drinks.

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

    • We had great social events and nights out.

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

    • I did not have time as I worked a lot of hours due to the nature of my project.

    3/5
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Internship (1 Month+)

London

September 2010

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