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I just got off the phone to BA Resources (HR).
They said they are aware of the demand on the site and are trying to get it up and running smoothly as soon as possible.
They advised me to try again tomorrow.
No. I wouldn't worry about that. They said they would let all applicants know by email (with 48 hours notice) if they close the process early due to demand.
Just hang tight and join me on my quest for patience!
They said they are aware of the demand on the site and are trying to get it up and running smoothly as soon as possible.
They advised me to try again tomorrow.
are applications now closed to those trying to access for the first time, and you are only allowed in if you have already begun your application?
Just hang tight and join me on my quest for patience!
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Hi everyone
I'm trying to complete my application (it's very slow though!) I'm a bit stuck with the qualifications part though.
Basically, I'm currently completing a degree, while I won't have completed it before sending the application off, I will have finished it before training would commence if I was to be successful, is there anyway I can put this onto my application?
Another thing, I did a BTEC National Diploma in college which is officially equivalent to 3 A-Levels, however I don't know if BA will still accept a BTEC as an equivalent, what should I do?
I'm trying to complete my application (it's very slow though!) I'm a bit stuck with the qualifications part though.
Basically, I'm currently completing a degree, while I won't have completed it before sending the application off, I will have finished it before training would commence if I was to be successful, is there anyway I can put this onto my application?
Another thing, I did a BTEC National Diploma in college which is officially equivalent to 3 A-Levels, however I don't know if BA will still accept a BTEC as an equivalent, what should I do?
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flytheskies, sorry to hear you're not having luck 
At least they have acknowledged the issues but there's nothing more annoying than hanging around waiting for something!
At least they have acknowledged the issues but there's nothing more annoying than hanging around waiting for something!
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Could do better!
It's not very good for the flow of an application when you have to keep stopping and starting.
Perhaps they should run a cadet scheme for some new IT Support staff
It's not as though the volume of traffic is taking them by surprise...
Perhaps they should run a cadet scheme for some new IT Support staff
It's not as though the volume of traffic is taking them by surprise...
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I called HR today and was told that the problem isn't simply the demand levels - they have IT issues too. They should be fixed, hopefully by tomorrow apparently. I was impressed how quickly I got through and my other, main query was addressed well.
Lindsay Craig has also offered an explanation on here too.
Lindsay Craig has also offered an explanation on here too.
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@BenMcGrath When you put your degree in you can put the grade you expect to get and the expected graduation date in the dates tab that's hidden to the right of the page. I believe they also have the option to put in your BTEC in the qualifications you just need to state if it's a diploma, certificate or award
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OK, I'll rephrase my earlier question.
Do you get an equal shot at all three FTOs?
If one gets significantly more applicants than the others are you not placed at an immediate disadvantage??
Do you get an equal shot at all three FTOs?
If one gets significantly more applicants than the others are you not placed at an immediate disadvantage??
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For those of you struggling with the website - it took me 22 hours (with about 5 hours sleep) to finish my application from start to finish. I finished around 6am this morning and submitted around 10am after doing a load of proof reading.
I suggest you get on the site and look ahead to the additional questions and start writing your answers so you can just copy and paste, may as well be doing something whilst you're waiting.
Good luck to you all.
I suggest you get on the site and look ahead to the additional questions and start writing your answers so you can just copy and paste, may as well be doing something whilst you're waiting.
Good luck to you all.
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adelta; We had this conversation some pages ago. 
My opinion was (and still is) that it doesn't make a significant difference. The reason being that irrespective of which FTO you choose, you'd still be up against the best candidates from the other schools at the final BA day anyway (should you get that far).
My opinion was (and still is) that it doesn't make a significant difference. The reason being that irrespective of which FTO you choose, you'd still be up against the best candidates from the other schools at the final BA day anyway (should you get that far).
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Thanks for the advice V_J.
I'm still here plodding along.
I hope this goes as well as it has done for those of you posting successful assessment day offerings!
Fingers crossed.
I'm still here plodding along.
I hope this goes as well as it has done for those of you posting successful assessment day offerings!
Fingers crossed.
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I imagine VJ that the FTOs have no personal limit on how many people they will take to their assessment day - after all they will get paid £200 - £210 per person so why would they limit the numbers....as long as you meet their initial criteria.
Which still makes me think you would be at a disadvantage if you pick the most popular FTO!
I first applied to BA 16 years ago (ish), got through to the final stage, and there was none of this pay to be assessed business then. I'm not sure it is sitting very well with me. Especially as they are giving out dates already - what's their real criteria? Bums on seats = lots of fees?
"Cattle market" is springing to mind, but maybe that's because I'm older, and grumpier.
Which still makes me think you would be at a disadvantage if you pick the most popular FTO!
I first applied to BA 16 years ago (ish), got through to the final stage, and there was none of this pay to be assessed business then. I'm not sure it is sitting very well with me. Especially as they are giving out dates already - what's their real criteria? Bums on seats = lots of fees?
"Cattle market" is springing to mind, but maybe that's because I'm older, and grumpier.
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Exactly my thinking, and that's what I am wrestling with at the moment.
The process should be more transparent IMO - for a start, what numbers go through from each FTO? When they split the numbers evenly through the FTOs (which is what I believe they do) there is no way this whole process can be evenly weighted.
And congratulations, you should be chuffed of course!
I've been banging my head against the web servers for so long now, I've changed my mind about the FTO but it's probably too late to do anything about it!!
The process should be more transparent IMO - for a start, what numbers go through from each FTO? When they split the numbers evenly through the FTOs (which is what I believe they do) there is no way this whole process can be evenly weighted.
And congratulations, you should be chuffed of course!
I've been banging my head against the web servers for so long now, I've changed my mind about the FTO but it's probably too late to do anything about it!!
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My advice mate. Walk away,finish your answers, and go back at 3am.
The other chap I know who has his selection date already submitted his at 02:00. The website was running fine at 05:00. It's probably a nightmare for work for you guys but honestly it'l save you 10 hours of your life if you go back off peak time. (unless BA are going to shut it overnight to try and sort it out).
The other chap I know who has his selection date already submitted his at 02:00. The website was running fine at 05:00. It's probably a nightmare for work for you guys but honestly it'l save you 10 hours of your life if you go back off peak time. (unless BA are going to shut it overnight to try and sort it out).
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I don't think they do split the numbers evenly between the FTOs. That's an illogical approach and would almost certainly mean selecting some inferior candidates based entirely on the FTOs they came from. It should be entirely about how the candidates perform, and have nothing to do with anything else. That's why I think BA select the best from the applications all three FTOs send them. Picking the best applications is the only way to ensure you get the best candidates.