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

[FPT]

I'm a SAP Basis from Viet Nam. I've been working in SAP Basis for 7 years now, in SAP integration for 2 years.
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 know that the world of technology is always changing, and I want to update many skill relate to BTP develop and integration skill .I am grateful for this opportunity and excited about the possibilities ahead. Thank you for considering my application for the free certification attempt.

Thanks!

[khiemtn212]

Dear Mr. @David_Chaviano 

I am a student. Currently, I am learning about ERP and practicing on the SAP system. I'm really excited about how the SAP system manages data and operations. I also studied myself more about SAP on the SAP Learning website. I hope I can get this free certification exam. I'm looking forward to hearing from you. Thank you for considering my application for the free certification attempt. 

[thongle3103]

Dear @David_Chaviano , Hello Everyone,

This seems to be the golden opportunity for many of us willing to put in efforts.I am Thong from a biggest city in Vietnam.

Many of my friends are SAP consultants, and when having chat with them, I really interested in this ERP software, since it allows me to work with many companies from different major to optimize their working processes.

I believe that having a certification in SAP is a perfect start for me, and I believe that there will be many more to come, until I can become a SAP Consultant.

Much Regards

Thong Le

[Hunglehunter]

Dear @David_Chaviano,

My name is Le Dang Tien Hung, I'm just a small products specialists. I always wanted to Improve myself to better my income and took care for my wife and child. I am not an extraordinary person so I knew that learning more skills is the only option.  I have started to learn SAP for a while but I did not have the opportunity to Get an attempt to certificate in SAP. I has been learning on free source like youtube, website. I hope that I can have the opportunity to get SAP and improve my career status now. I have done some basic course on the official website. 

Hope to hear from you soon,

Best regard,

Tiến Hưng

[nhatrng]

Hello @David_Chaviano,

I am excited about the SAP Learning digital skills initiative. I've been on a career break for two year, It is challenges to get a new job. I highly interest to get the free certification attempts for SAP. I am willing to learn more about SAP, as it will help me get job opportunities and establish a career.

Thank you for this opportunity and I hope you will take into consideration my application

Best Regards,

Nha Nguyen.

[jings]

Hi  @David_Chaviano,

I identify myself with the following group:

• Women
• Minorities who may not have equal opportunity in their geographic location 

I am a foreign resident here in Japan.  I am a CPA from the country where I came from but I cannot get an office work here in Japan, however hard I tried, since I am not good in Japanese language.  But, I believe that if I can improve my digital skills then I will have a better chance for an employment.   

I had prior experience of using SAP FICO for 7 years when I was still working for a multinational company.  It is a great system and I would like to learn more.  I am hoping very much to be included in this initiative which will help me push forward my career.

Thank you very much.

[Hxtlee30112002]

Dear @David_Chaviano ,

My name is Xuan and I come from Vietnam. I have been working as a Sales Administrator for a year in a company using the SAP system. All my knowledge about SAP is just from internal training at the company. While working in this field, I realized there were still many things I had not learned about SAP. I also don't have many opportunities to access much technology in the world.

I'm excited to take the free certification exam because I believe it will help me learn more and become better at what I do.

I fall in the category of women.

Thank you for considering my application!

[tieu_thang]

Hello David,

I am worked in MS Axapta more than 15 years and want to switch to SAP then I am identify as 

• People looking to switch their careers mid-life.

I got some SAP certs and wants to get more.

Best regards,

Thang

[vuhungkt88]

Dear David,

I'm Hung from Vietnam. Thank you and SAP so much for giving such a great opportunity.

I'm working in Finance, but I want to change my career path to FI consultant; so I'm eager to take the free certification attempt. I believe it will help me learn more about SAP and create more career opportunities for myself. I hope you will consider my application for the free certification in SAP. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Best regards,

Hung.

[minhnhat171999]

Hi David & Team,

I've completed the learning journey of Explore Integrated Business Processes in SAP S/4HANA, see screenshot attached. The registered email is hoangminhnhat16@gmail.com

Please let me know how to proceed to the next steps to receive the free exam attempt of SAP S/4HANA Certification.

Thank you & Looking forward to hearing from you soon.

[Caro2512]

Hello @David_Chaviano 

I'm a women associate from Vietnam, thank you and SAP so much for giving such a great opportunity. I'm looking to switch my career mid-year to upskill myself in SAP. I'd like to receive an attempt to take exam for SAP certification. Please count me in . I'm looking forward to hearing from you. Thank you!

[ManPhan]

Hello @David_Chaviano ,

I'm Man from Vietnam. I'm working as a SAP end user and want to switch my career to SAP Consultant.

A certificate would help a lot. Please consider my application. 

Thank you & best regards,

Man Phan

[David_Chaviano]

Hi All,

Thanks for sharing your interest in the Digital Skills Initiative! Invites have been sent out as of 6 November 2023.

[Kim84]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

I identify myself as a woman from Vietnam. I want to upskill myself in SAP Agile and get a certificate. Please support. Thanks a lot.

[Hxtlee30112002]

Dear @David_Chaviano ,

As you can see in the accompanying screenshot, I've finished the Explore Integrated Business Processes in SAP S/4HANA learning path. This email address is registered: lethihongxuan3011@gmail.com

Kindly inform me about the next actions to take in order to get a free exam attempt of the SAP S/4HANA Certification.

I appreciate everything and hope to hear from you soon.

Thank you.

[Chloe_Le]

Hi @David_Chaviano

I've completed the learning journey Explore Integrated Business Processes in SAP S/4HANA as attached.

Please kindly confirm and give more instruction on how to get the SAP certificate attempt.

Thank you & Looking forward to hearing from you,

Sincerely,

MiLe

 

[phantrinh_99]

Hi @David_Chaviano,

I have already started the learning journey and it is quite interesting.

Hoping to get the certification voucher too !!!

Regards,

Trinh Phan

[PhiHuuVinh]

Hello @David_Chaviano. I have been an Abap programmer for 9 years. I come from Vietnam. I have worked with ECC and S4/HANA systems. I am very interested in new technologies and look forward to learning and practicing opportunities. In fact, I am also exposed to these new systems, but to develop further, systematic knowledge is needed. I hope to get help from you as well as everyone. Glad to be part of the community here. Thank you and looking forward to your feedback!

[lehangnt377]

Dear @David_Chaviano,

I saw a your project about the claim one of 10,000 SAP Certification vouchers, that so luck, I'm a woman active in SAP ABAP and I feel excited. So, I was learned and completed journey "Discovering SAP Business Technology Platform" and "Building side-by-side extensions on SAP BTP". Actually, I hope receive a SAP vouchers, because it makes to my work to deploy better . 
Looking forward to receiving your response!

Thank you!

Hang.

[nguyenthevolam]

Hi David

I'm Lam, a student who is passionate about what ERP brings to life. I really want to learn more and I find that SAP is very suitable for what I want, I find that I am very passionate about researching the Digital Skills Initiative, specifically for the SAP Certified Development Associate - SAP Integration Suite learning program. And I realized that this certificate is very necessary for me. It seems fits perfectly with my career aspirations and I am excited at the prospect of improving my skills in this field I sincerely appreciate your support to acquire and develop skills from the community. I eagerly await the registration link and am excited to begin this educational journey My email 2054050105lam@ou.edu.vn And once again I want to express my gratitude to you

Regards,

Lâm

[Sang_NT]

Dear David,

My name is Sang and I come from Vietnam. I am a newbie and would like to embark my SAP journey by participating in the SAP Digital Initiatives Programme. I beleive this opportunity will provide me the required platform to switch my career.

Thankyou for this opportunity!

[phuongbuurin]

Hello David,

I am a young women who is working in SAP domain. I am willing to learn new knowledge about SAP and some related majors. Hopefully I can pursue my dream and become an expert in the SAP field in the future.

Thank you for considering and give me a chance this time

Best regards,

[rishi04]

Hello, I'm Rishi Arora. I'm a bachelor's student in my last year. In order to further my profession, I want to acquire fresh skills. These days, SAP is a highly sought-after skill that offers a wide range of courses and professional certifications. I am thrilled to be a part of this learning endeavor and am looking forward to developing my abilities and fitting in well with all kinds of organizations.

[David_Chaviano]

Thanks for your interest everyone! Invites have been sent out as of 10 November 2023.

[nguyenthetrung]

Good day @David_Chaviano 

I identify myself as 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 
• People looking to switch their careers mid-life

I am willing to learn more about SAP and to undergo the rigors of studying for SAP Certification. I have completed my first learning journey Sourcing and Procurement and I awaiting my certification attempt

Thank you and wish you have a good day!

[quanghoc012]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

My name is Học, I identify as a person in the below categories

- First-generation college students

- People looking to switch their careers mid-life

I am willing to learn more about SAP and to undergo the rigors of studying for SAP Certification. I have completed my first learning journey TS410 course and I awaiting my certification attempts

[dagocardoso]

I'm 44 years old, unemployed and in a career transition. After two bankruptcies, with great difficulty I am completing my degree in foreign trade and having an SAP certification will be of great value in reinventing my career.

Thank you in advance.

[phunnnn]

Hello David,

I am a young woman with a strong desire for learning and a proactive mindset. I currently work at a company that utilizes SAP, and gaining knowledge and certifications in this area is of utmost importance to me. I am committed to studying diligently to achieve this SAP certification. I invest my time in participating in courses available on the learning hub, and this has proven to be incredibly beneficial for me.

Thank you.

[emilyb206]

Hello David,

Learning SAP has never been easy for me, as I came to know about SAP later than my colleagues. I am making an effort to study various modules and taking courses on the learning hub. I am delighted to have the opportunity to share this with all of you.

Best regards,

[TheanhUEL]

Hello @David_Chaviano 

I identify as a person in the following categories:

• People in remote or underserved locations 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 am willing to learn more about SAP and to undergo the rigors of studying for SAP Certification. I have completed my first learning journey Explore Integrated Business Processes in SAP S/4HANA (TS410 course) and I awaiting my certification attempt

Thank you

The Anh La

[Samij]

Hi David 

I have Completed My leaning Journey From Digital skills and after this I send male to digitalskills@sap.com for Free Certification Code but Campaign code not yet Received.Below have screenshot for my Completing Learning Journey. Waiting for Your Positive Response.

[HoangLong]

hi @David_Chaviano 

I am excited about the SAP Learning digital skills initiative.
I have already started the learning journey and it is quite interesting.

Hoping to get the voucher to take certification soon !!!

[Thanh_Phu]

Hi @David_Chaviano ,

I'm eager to participate in the SAP technical skills initiative! Please send me the registration link. I'm excited to expand my SAP technical knowledge!

Phu

[Helly_Tran]

Hello @David_Chaviano

I sent an email to digitalskills@sap.com since October 29th but I haven't received a response. Can you help me check this

My email: tran.huyen2939@gmail.com

Thank you so much!

[Helly_Tran]

Hello @David_Chaviano , I sent an email to digitalskills@sap.com since October 29th but I haven't received a response. Can you help me check this? My email: tran.huyen2939@gmail.com Thank you so much!

[Huonggianglee]

Hello @David_Chaviano 

My name is Giang, I identify as a person in the below categories

- First-generation college students

- People looking to switch their careers mid-life

I am willing to learn more about SAP and to undergo the rigors of studying for SAP Certification. I have completed my first learning journey TS410 course and I awaiting my certification attempts

Thank you very much 

[hoanglan]

Hello @David_Chaviano ,

I am Hoang Lan, a female student that learning SAP from Vietnam. 

I have some knowledge in ERP and I want to expand my knowledge in SAP.

Thank you for considering my application!

Regards,

[Jessica_Ho_2412]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

I identify myself as freelance member with no financial support who are really excited to learning SAP, especially in MM Module, I learnt very hard on it and hope to have chance to get the certification exam, I would be grateful if you can give me the opportunity to develop my skills and knowledge, it can help me a lot in my career path. Hoping you consider carefully.

My contact: jessicaho2412@gmail.com - ID: P2007664313

Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Best Regards,

Jessica

[minhtuan223]

Dear @David_Chaviano,

My name is Phan Hoang Minh Tuan and i am from Vietnam. i am a university student at Information Management Systems in University of Economics and Law. I am interested in SAP 4 HANA and actively seeking for opportunity to learn certificates and all the related things to get enough qualification for the work in SAP/4HANA. 

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. Hopefully i will get a chance to take that free certification. I am grateful for this opportunity and excited about the possibilities ahead. Thank you for considering my application.

[konnie_terzaki]

Hello David,

My name is Konstantina, and I am writing to express my keen interest in participating in the Digital Skills Initiative. As a woman military officer from Greece, I am currently seeking to enhance my digital skills for a mid-life career change.

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Informatics and Telecommunications Engineering and a Master's degree in Applied Economics. With a solid educational background, I am eager to further develop my expertise, particularly through SAP certification. I believe that obtaining SAP certification will not only enable me to integrate SAP solutions into my current role but also open doors to pursue my dream job in the digital domain.

I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to contribute my skills and knowledge to the digital landscape. I kindly request you to consider my application for the Digital Skills Initiative.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of participating in the program.

Best regards,

Konstantina

[Jamesmathew]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

I trust this message finds you well. I am currently working in the service industry where the path to advancement isn't always as clear as one might hope. 

I can identify myself in the following categories,

• People looking to switch their careers mid-life

I recently came across the SAP Digital Skills Initiative, and I am genuinely excited about the opportunity it presents for individuals like myself in the service industry. The prospect of obtaining SAP digital certification is not only personally enriching but also aligns seamlessly with my aspirations for professional growth.

Given the dynamic and ever-evolving nature of the service sector, acquiring digital skills, especially through a reputable platform like SAP, is invaluable. I firmly believe that this certification will not only enhance my current skill set but will also open up new avenues for career development.

If possible, could you kindly provide me with the invite link to participate in the SAP Digital Certification program? I am eager to leverage this opportunity to empower myself with relevant skills and contribute more effectively to the digital landscape.

[TINH_TOQUANG]

Hello @David_Chaviano,

I am Tinh from Vietnam

I worked as SAP ABAP Developer for about 8 years and I want to upgrade my competency skills in SAP ABAP in the Cloud.

Besides that, I also want to find an opportunity to work on a real project with SAP ABAP Cloud, that's why I need to learn seriously about this ABAP topic and want to pass the SAP certification exam.

Hope you can help me with 1 free SAP certification exam CER001.

Thanks and best regards,
Tinh

[hoantq58]

Hello @David_Chaviano,

My name is Hoan. Currently, I work as IT support, focusing on SAP-related issues, and primarily providing support to the finance and accounting department. I find SAP to be incredibly powerful, and I'm eager to delve deeper into intricacies, like Business Processes and Configuration. Particularly, I want to expand my career path within the SAP realm.

I am able to identify myself as belonging to groups: 

• Military veterans and their spouses, family, and caregivers
• People looking to switch their careers mid-life

I believe that participating in this program will not only enhance my understanding of SAP but also create additional career opportunities for myself.

I'm excited to take the free certification exam. Hope to hear from you soon!

Best Regards

[RyanLee]

Hi @David_Chaviano, 
I've completed the learning journey of Explore Integrated Business Processes in SAP S/4HANA, see screenshot attached. The registered email is tienlv57@gmail.com
I am eager to take a free certification attempt of SAP S/4HANA Management Accounting. 
By earning the SAP certification, i highly believe it will enhance my professional career development and gaining more job opportunities.

I am really grateful for this opportunity and excited about the possibilities ahead.

Thanks & Regards,

Ryan Lee

[David_Chaviano]

@Helly_Tran - Code sent on 30 Oct!

Invites sent as of 17 November 2023!

[Trendy_le]

Dear @David_Chaviano ,

I'm from Vietnam. Thank you for the wonderful opportunity.

I'm a woman and I'm looking to switch my career next year to upskill myself in SAP so SAP Certificate is one the most important part for my current job.

I want to study and take the Sourcing and Procurement certificate

I hope that you will consider my application for the free certification attempt.

[Sabrina8962]

hello @David_Chaviano,

I identify myself as a woman. I have completed Discovering SAP Business Technology Platform and Exploring SAP Cloud ERP. This initiative from SAP is a real blessing for me as I get a chance to learn a new skill and then even complete a certification of the highest value in the SAP world.

Regards,

Sabrina8962

[Ket_Nguyen]

Hi @David_Chaviano ,

I am currently a junior ABAP developer. At this early stage of my career, it would be greatly appreciated if you would give me the opportunity to develop my skills and knowledge.

Thanks and best regards,
Ket Nguyen

[padosneh]

This is a great opportunity for me. I am a Business Analyst who is umemployed at the moment and I an looking to change my career to become an SAP consultant. I hope I can get the opportunity to get the free certification and hopefully start a career as an SAP Consultant

[Estuardo]

Dear @David_Chaviano .

I am pleased to express my enthusiasm for the opportunity participate in the digital skills initiative and present my interest to be part of this program. The possibility of acquiring skills in a platform as important and influential as SAP has motivated me deeply.
I hope to receive the registration link.
Thank you so much.