Digital Skills Initiative Applicant Guide (For self-study candidates)

[David_Chaviano]

Hello there and thank you for your interest in the digital skills initiative by SAP Learning!

The digital skills initiative is intended to help those who are generally considered to be underrepresented in the technology industry get a kick start in their careers within the SAP Ecosystem.

The definition of people considered to be underrepresented in the technology industry varies by geographic location. However, we can provide the following guideline to help you understand the sort of people we are looking to support with this initiative:

• Military veterans and their spouses, family and caregivers
• Women
• Single parents
• People who are physically disabled or neurodivergent
• People in remote or underserved locations that may be not have access to the same economic opportunities as their urban or more privileged counterparts 
• Minorities who may not have equal opportunity in their geographic location 
• First generation college students
• People looking to switch their careers mid-life

If you identify as a person in one or several of these categories, the digital skills initiative might be for you. The final prerequisite is a willingness to learn more about SAP and to undergo the rigors of studying for SAP Certification.

Exception: Pre-existing SAP professionals within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) will no longer be considered for this initiative. The share of free certifications distributed to professionals within the Middle East and North Africa has been high and the remaining certifications will be now be reserved for newcomers to the SAP ecosystem. 

Campaign code redemption requests from MENA will no longer be accepted.  Newcomers from MENA are asked to sign up as instructed below, then present their first name, last name, street address and national ID number along with their SAP Learning Journey completion to digitalskills@sap.com to receive their free certification attempt. Thank you for understanding.

Here are the next steps on how to proceed:

Step 1 – Create an SAP Account

You will need an SAP account to track your studies and take a certification exam. Watch the demo in this blog for help on how to do that. Please use the same email address that you intend on registering with the digital skills initiative.

Also be sure to join the beginner corner as demonstrated in the demo – this is how you can reach out and ask questions.

Step 2 - Let us know you are interested

Either leave a comment below or start a discussion in the beginner corner stating a clear interest in participating in the digital skills initiative. Feel free to include a bit about yourself like academic / professional background and why you feel you are a good fit to the program. We will send you a registration link to the initiative via direct message. Please ensure private messaging is enabled on your profile.

Another key reason for this step is if you need help with part of a learning journey that you selected (in step 4 below), you can come back here (the beginner corner) to ask for help.

Step 3 – Make sure you have context

We have a long blog available attempting to explain the whole "learning SAP" process from beginning to certification. Take from it what you need to ensure getting certified in SAP is worth the effort to you.

Step 4 - Begin studying

Pick a learning journey that best fits your interests which also leads to a certification. Any learning journey and any exam is covered by this program. Study it to completion, then send a screenshot of the completion & your SAP Community username to digitalskills@sap.com  

Step 5 – Receiving your certification attempt

After your learning journey completion is sent to digitalskills@sap.com, please give us some time to process your request. You will receive a redemption code for your SAP certification attempt as soon as we can get one to you.

• Please log into the SAP Training Shop  with the same email address that you registered with the digital skills initiative and place this product into your shopping basket.
• From there, follow this guide on how to use this campaign code to “pay” for your certification attempt.
• If you run into trouble with your code redemption, follow this guide.

Please redeem the code ASAP when you receive it. You can schedule the actual exam up to six month after redemption.

Step 6 - Schedule your exam

Check out our blog on how to schedule your SAP Certification exam.

Step 7 - Explore Career Options

Check out the career corner

We wish you the best of luck in your learning journey! Leave a comment below if you have any questions.

Regards,

David

[NiteeshReddy]

Hello @David_Chaviano ,

I am a SAP MM Consultant expertise in both Sourcing and procurement with 2.3 years of professional IT experience .I Identify as a person for the certification SAP S/4HANA Cloud for Sourcing and Procurement which will boost my career, level of expertise and confidence. Identifying as a member of below categories

• People in remote or underserved locations that may be not have access to the same economic opportunities as their urban or more privileged counterparts 
• Minorities who may not have equal opportunity in their geographic location 
• First generation college students
• People looking to switch their careers mid-life

I really love working with SAP because it helps businesses improve their processes. It's amazing to see how technology can make such a big difference. I want to keep learning and growing in this field to have a great career.

I'm eager to take a free certification attempt because I believe it will help me learn more and become even better at what I do. I know that the world of technology is always changing, and I want to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements.I am grateful for this opportunity and excited about the possibilities ahead. Hopefully you will consider my profile for the free certification attempt and with reference to step 2 please send the registration link .

Thanks & Regards,

NiteeshReddy.

[seifnasser]

My name is Seif Elsayed, and I am reaching out to express my sincere interest in free certification attempt. I recently came across your initiative and was inspired by the commendable work you are doing to support underrepresented people with this initiative.
I am an engineering graduate with a passion for ERP Systems and I’ve completed my military service. I am eager to transition into the technology industry to get a kick start in my career within the SAP Ecosystem.
I’ve just completed my learning journey across SAP SuccessFactor Employee Central Core.(THR80,THR81and THR79)
Understanding the importance of certification in the technology industry, I am writing to request your support in providing me with a free certification attempt. This assistance would not only be immensely valuable for my personal and professional growth but also serve as a pivotal step in breaking barriers and fostering diversity within the tech sector.
I am enthusiastic about the prospect of joining the SAP community and utilizing the skills gained to make a positive impact.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Best regards!

seifnasser

[mtog225]

Hi Everyone,

I am interested in the digital skills initiative. I am a veteran (5 years service) and have my BS in Accounting. I graduated in 2021 and began working with smaller ERP solutions. I am very interested in Accounting Software and am passionate about solutioning for clients. I'm excited to have found this program to learn and get certified with SAP! 

I feel I am a good fit for the digital skills initiative program because I am passionate about Accounting Software and enjoy architecting a solution for clients. 

Thank you all,

Melissa

[chunhannoibuon]

Hello @David_Chaviano , 

I am grateful for your big help to us achieving the SAP certification.

I am an university student and I am interesed in learning more about SAP. I was informed from my lecturer of the SAP global certifications that can help me a lot in becoming a SAP consultant. I would greatly appreciate to have a chance making a first step in the SAP community.

Thank you for your support!

[chunhannoibuon]

Hello @David_Chaviano , 

I am grateful for your big help to us achieving the SAP certification.

I am an university student and I am interesed in learning more about SAP. In advanced, I have completed the "Explore Integrated Business Processes in SAP S/4HANA" the learning journey in advance as the image given. I was informed from my lecturer of the SAP global certifications that can help me a lot in becoming a SAP consultant. I would greatly appreciate to have a chance making a first step in the SAP community.

Thank you for your support!

[TrucTran123]

Hi David,

I identify myself as a woman.
I have completed the course :Outlining the Financial Accounting Overview in SAP S/4HANA and I am eager to learn and get certification in SAP. It will surely help to boost my skill set and will be great help in job finding.

Thank you for this lovely initiative and looking forward to hear from you soon.

Regards,

Truc Tran.

[arsalantaufiq]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

I am currently serving as an SAP FICO Associate in my company, where I have been actively involved in supporting SAP Financial systems.

In line with our company's commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements, we are now focusing on optimizing our finance processes. To achieve this goal, we are in the process of implementing the following SAP modules to enhance our business operations:

•         SAP Treasury & Risk Management
•         Cash & Liquidity Management

While I am diligently working on learning these new modules to improve my skills and contribute effectively to our organization's objectives, I believe that obtaining certifications in these areas would significantly bolster my capabilities and add value to our team.

Therefore, I kindly request your support in providing me with the opportunity to attempt certifications in these SAP modules. I am confident that acquiring these certifications will not only benefit me personally but also enable me to make meaningful contributions to our team and the broader SAP community.

Thank you for providing this opportunity to learn and enhance more in SAP.

[MONA_SAP23]

HI DAVID

I identify myself as a woman.
I have completed the course Configuring SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Core

for certification SAP SuccessFactors Certified Development Associate

THANKS IN ADVANCE

MONA IBRAHIM

[NguyenHuuNhan]

Hello @David_Chaviano,

Thank you so mụch for this blog.

I'm a SAP MM Functional Consutant (S4 HANA) from Vietnam. I've been working in SAP fields for 3 years now. I have knowledge on SAP S4 HANA Sourcing and Procurement but not certified.

I identified as a person for this certification because I am a women, single, first generation college graduate in my family, people in remote or underserved locations that may be not have access to the same economic opportunities as their urban or more privileged counterparts, people looking to switch their careers.

I graduated from university with a major in accounting. But when I learned about SAP, I realized I really love learning and working with SAP because it helps businesses improve their processes and save working time. It's amazing to see how technology can make such a big difference. I want to keep learning and growing in this field to have a great career. 

I’ve just completed my learning journey across "Discovering the Basics of SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing". So I'm eager to take a free certification attempt because I believe it will help me learn more and become even better at what I do. I know that the world of technology is always changing, and I want to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements. I am grateful for this opportunity and excited about the possibilities ahead. Thank you for considering my application for the free certification attempt.

Thanks & Regards,

Nhan Nguyen.

[David_Chaviano]

Hi Folks,

Thanks for sharing your interest in the digital skills initiative. Invites sent to those who have written! 

[KanishkaKD]

Hi,

My name is Kanishka and I have been learning and working with SAP PI and PO for the past 2 years. As an active learner, I keep trying to learn about the newest updates and upgrades in the integration technology. That being said, I have been trying to work with the cloud technology to get myself to advance in my career, by improving my skills with the help of SAP learning journeys and OPEN SAP Training sessions.

I have thoroughly reviewed the provided Applicant Guide for Self-Study Candidates and believe that I meet the necessary criteria to apply for this certification opportunity, being a woman coming from a rural part of india and a 'tier 3' indian engineering college with adequate skills but limited exposure to employment. Getting certified will surely be a cherry on top for my journey with SAP.

[Temidayo001]

Hello @David_Chaviano 

I am Temidayo Aknrinle from Nigeria Currently an Infrastucture Specialist.

I want to upskill myself in SAP technology and get a job opportunity soon.
I have also completed my SAP learning journey on SAP Analytics Cloud .

[MbheleB]

Hi David,

As an aspiring professional from South Africa, I bring a deep commitment to reskilling and upskilling myself to meet the demands of the modern job market. Having been unemployed for over five years, I've taken the initiative to invest in my future by pursuing courses in data science through platforms like Coursera and Microsoft.

I've recognized the growing importance of a combination of Microsoft and SAP certifications, especially in fields like data analytics and data engineering. These certifications are not just pathways to employment but also symbols of expertise and dedication to mastering industry-standard tools and technologies.

Through the SAP Digital Skills Initiative, I see an invaluable opportunity to further enhance my skill set and expand my career prospects. I am eager to leverage this initiative to gain hands-on experience, validate my knowledge, and ultimately contribute meaningfully to the technology ecosystem, both locally and globally.

Thank you for considering my application, and I look forward to the possibility of being a part of this transformative program.

[Ajanta]

Hi @David_Chaviano,

I have completed and mailed the completion screenshot to digitalskills@sap.com a month ago but still haven't received the redemption code for SAP certification attempt. Will there be any update soon? Please let me know.

[Yashobanta]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

My name is Yashobanta Satapathy. I have been working as an Assistant Professor in Production Engineering field for 7 years after completing masters in production engineering. I'm eager to explore new opportunities as an SAP Functional Consultant mainly into SAP modules like Production Planning, IBP. I have completed beginners learning journey for SAP S/4 HANA Manufacturing for public cloud. I'm eagerly looking forward for certification opportunity to enhance my skills and explore jobs in SAP. Kindly consider me under mid-life job switch category.

Thanks

[DivyaBobba]

Hi David,

I am Divyashree Bobba . I identify myself as women, I have 9 plus years of experience in SAP ABAP development environment . This is a wonderful Initiative for women. This certification would help me upgrade my skills and be better at what I do. This would be a great Opportunity.

Thanks you for the consideration. Looking forward to hearing back from you.

Thanks and Regards,

Divyashree Bobba

[David_Chaviano]

Invites sent out as of 23 April 2024! Thanks to everyone who shared some details about themselves.

[ENorwood]

Hello @David_Chaviano ,

I'm a military veteran and I would like access to SAP GRC/Security training to leverage as I make the transition into Cybersec.

[Rainnier]

Hi @David_Chaviano,

I hope you are well.

I have completed the training and sent details to  digitalskills@sap.com last April 3, 2024. 

Can you please help me get the relevant redemption code so that I can take certification involved?

Thanks in advance for your help.

Best regards,

Rainnier

[CSYew]

Hi @David_Chaviano ,

I'm Yew from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, I worked as a CAP and UI developer for two years after graduating. My journey with SAP started through internal training at my company, but I've realized there's so much more to learn. As a woman in this field, I'm eager to expand my skills and knowledge, especially in areas like Business Technology Platform (BTP), cloud computing, and AI. I'm keen to take on new challenges and certifications to grow in my career. Thank you for considering my application!

Best regards, 
Yew

[zarabashri]

Hi @David_Chaviano ,

I'm Zahra from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I started my career as a frontend developer in non-SAP solutions like react.js and jQuery. I made the transition into SAP about 4 years ago and I'm currently working on SAPUI5 and CAP based developments. As a women in this field, I look forward to upskilling myself and become certified in SAP so I'm hoping this initiative can help me do that. Appreciate your consideration of my application!

Best Regards,

Zahra

[Lanlapie]

Hi David,

Thank you so much for this opportunity!

I am from Viet Nam, I'm an SAP Functional Consultant and I've been working in SAP fields for 2 Years Now. I have knowledge on SAP S4/HANA Sourcing and Procurement without certified.

I'm eager to take a free certification attempt because I believe it would help me to learn more knowledge in SAP and Career Opportunities.

I would love to be part of the digital skills initiative.

Please consider my application for free SAP certification. Thank You!

Regards

LanTH

[SumitPatel11]

Hi David,

My name is Sumit and I am from India. At this moment, This course will help me out to enhance my overall knowledge.
SAP brings to the table as it's evident that we are highly skillful but because of economic crisis we aren't able to take advantage of many opportunities. Kinldy consider me in this kind great initiative of providing free certification.

I'm following under below categories:

- People looking to switch their careers mid-life

I already completed SAP Learning Journey's as below 

1. Discover Organizational Change Management for SAP Cloud Projects.

2.Exploring SAP Cloud ERP

[cdemirel]

Hello SAP Team,

I'm eager to participate in the digital skills initiative and obtain a free certification. With a background in IT as awomen and a strong interest in SAP Solutions; I believe this program aligns perfectly with my career goals. 

Thank you

Kind regards

[Sangeeta_]

Hi @David_Chaviano,

Thank you for this wonderful opportunity.

I have completed certification course and sent a mail for voucher1.

I am woman and applicable in "People looking to switch their careers mid-life" category.

Thanks,

Sangeeta

[Jiaqi]

Hello @David_Chaviano ,

I identify as a person in the Women category.

I am interested to take the SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud and SAP ACTIVATE courses.

Thanks,

Jiaqi

[sontt]

Dear All

Thank you for giving me the opportunity

I'm from Vietnam, I am a programmer and am learning ABAP, and I really want to work on ABAP programming

I would love to be part of the digital skills initiative.

Please consider my application for free SAP certification. Thank You!

Thanks

[NiteeshReddy]

Hi @David_Chaviano,

Hope this comment finds you well!...

Please Consider this issue as high priority

Recently i have purchased the six attempts by using the campaign code following the instruction from the source link -Certification redemption process link - How to use a campaign code during an online booking. My orders are getting cancelled because of which i am not able to schedule the exam so i have dropped an email to training.india@sap.co , training.ssc.india@sap.com, what is the issue why my orders are getting canceled they told you can not purchase 6 attempts you can purchase only 1 attempt but the redemption link it is mentioned we can purchase 6 attempts attaching the email conversation screenshot for your reference. Please confirm whether we can book 6 attempts or 1 attempt by using campaign code?

cancelled order numbers - 1290304,1292020

Email/User ID for login - niteeshreddy.gadhireddy@gmail.com
User ID - P2007186087

[chunhannoibuon]

Hello @David_Chaviano , 

I am grateful for your big help to us achieving the SAP certificate.

I am presently an university student and I am interesed in learning more about SAP. I was informed from my lecturer of the SAP global certificate that can help me a lot in becoming a SAP consultant. I would greatly appreciate to have a chance making a first step in the SAP community.

Thank you for your support!

[Aniket25]

Hello @David_Chaviano 

I identify as a person in the below categories:

• First-generation college students

I am willing to learn more about SAP and to undergo the rigors of studying for SAP Certification. It would give a huge boost to my career, as I am not that privileged, and my education has been sponsored so far. I have completed my first learning journey of TS410 course (BPOL S/4 HANA), and I am awaiting my certification attempt.

Thank you!

Aniket

[Hang_Nguyen]

Dear David,

I am grateful for the chance you give me to achieve the SAP certificate.

I identify myself as a person in the Women category.

I work as a functional consultant for some years, and I am interested in studying more about SAP. I also would like to get the SAP global certificate which will help me a lot in my career.

Hope to hear from you soon.

Thanks & regards,

[kailinwong31]

Hi David,

I am a women who would love the opportunity to upskill myself and gain knowledge and certification for SAP technologies.

I would much appreciate the complementary certification attempts to get myself certified!

Thank you so much.

Kind regards,

Kai Lin

[Betty1]

Hello David,

I'm a woman and a fresh graduate in Germany, looking for a job. I'm very interested in the SAP Learning digital skills initiative, which aligns perfectly with my background and my passion for technology's role in business growth. This initiative represents a significant opportunity for me, having a certificate in SAP will open many doors to me. 

Thank you for considering my application.

Betty

[nhatnd121080]

Hi David @David_Chaviano  ,

I've just stared my career as a presales for Rise with SAP. I am hoping to receive your support for SAP certification. It would be extremely beneficial for my career advancement. I greatly appreciate your help. 

Nhat 

[juturi322]

My name is Sarath and I am from India. At this moment, This course will help me out to enhance my overall knowledge. SAP brings to the table as it's evident that we are highly skillful but because of economic crisis we aren't able to take advantage of many opportunities. I myself cannot afford the certification fee and has been waiting since an year now to have ample amount so as to do the certification in SAP CPI. If selected, I will definitely encourage more peoples my peers from India who in my knowledge are willing to work in SAP and need a little push to go and do their bit to help you people in this kind great initiative of providing free certification

[pratiksha2468]

Hi David,

I'm interested in your digital skills initiative because I feel this is exactly what I needed to restart my career. I was working on SAP and SuccessFactors (HCM & Payroll) in my previous company back in India and I always wanted to learn more but never had the time and opportunity to complete certifications. Due to personal reasons I had to leave my job and move to US. Since then I have been struggling to find a job. So I feel getting a SAP certification and with my 3 years of work ex in SAP I will be able to find relevant job opportunities. As a woman I have always supported other women in my circle to be independent no matter what and hence I too want to go back to being the independent person I was before moving here.

[kailinwong31]

Hi David, 

I am a woman who is passionate to learn and grow in the field of SAP technologies.

I would really appreciate the opportunity for the free certification attempts to get myself certified.

Much thanks,

Kai Lin.

[David_Chaviano]

Thank you everyone for your interest in the digital skills initiative. Invites have been sent out to everyone who shared some details about themselves.

[lesiab]

Dear David,

I am Lesia Bilohan, and I would like to express my keen interest in securing a free certification attempt under your esteemed initiative. I am greatly inspired by your commitment to empowering underrepresented groups in the technology field.

Originally from Ukraine, I left it in 2022 I am now building my life and restart my professional journey in the Netherlands. My professional background spans B2B sales and business development in the IT and fintech sectors. After taking a career break I am currently reskilling and upskilling myself to be able to make a pivot in my professional journey and become a technology professional with focus on data analytics. My role has involved strategic planning, customer relationship management, and leading market expansion efforts on an international scale. These experiences have sharpened my analytical abilities and deepened my understanding of business and operational risks, sparking my interest in SAP’s ERP systems.

Motivated to immerse myself in the SAP ecosystem, I am eager to contribute to its vibrant and diverse community. I recognize the critical importance of certifications in the tech industry as they not only validate expertise but also open doors to new professional opportunities and advancements.

 This opportunity would be invaluable for both my personal growth and professional development, and it would mark a significant step toward overcoming barriers and promoting diversity within the industry.

I am excited about the possibility of joining the SAP community and leveraging my diverse skill set for positive contributions. Committed to continuous learning, I am enthusiastic about participating in projects that meld technology with strategic business solutions.

Thank you for considering my application. 

Warm regards,

Lesia Bilohan

[Moin00727]

Hi David,

I am a certified SAP Consultant, and I always look to upskill myself. I like learning and working in various modules.

Unfortuanely i lost one of my attempt to upskill in PMGM so this attempt will very much help me get the certification.

Kindly consider me for this free certification attempt.

Kind regards,

Shaik