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

[TamairaG]

Hello David! I am Tamaira from St.Louis, MO. I identify as 

• Military veteran
• Women
• Single parent
• Minorities who may not have equal opportunity in their geographic location.

I am interested in the digital initiative and have a willingness to learn more about SAP. i am currently a business analyst and have been wanting to learn more about SAP and upskill so i may start preparing to get a higher paying role for myself & family. thank you for this opportunity. 

[Alexkbecker]

Hi David, How are you?

I currently work as a developer with microsoft technologies like asp.net and C#, but I have almost 50 years old, and I look to switch my carrer mid-life, and i think SAP that a opportunity to start this!
And i think I will start with SAP BTP, because is a oportunity to learn with a modern technology, starting make a learning jorney "Discovering SAP Business Techlogy Plataform".

Thanks!

[debalina2611]

Hello, i am Debalina from India.  I have enrolled for the Digital Skill Initiative program by SAP and I am excited about the journey.  My primary objective is to specialise in SAP Digital Supply Chain at the professional level and I look forward to the SAP Academy to guide me through the entire journey. I want to be a certified SAP Digital Supply Chain professional.  At my end, I have been reading through various reading materials and a few very short online tutorials.  I understand that SAP is one of the leading enterprise software and digital platform companies. Besides, there is a fair demand for trained and certified Supply Chain professionals of various calibre and experience in the globally.  I believe that undergoing detailed courses and taking various tests towards certifications will make me a viable SAP Digital Supply Chain professional / consultant who can enable customers adopt SAP DSC.

Regards to all and a very happy new year.

[Githua]

Hello @David_Chaviano 

My passion for both SAP and creating equitable opportunities for underrepresented individuals makes this initiative an ideal fit for me.

Currently applying my SAP skills in a professional setting, I'm eager to deepen my knowledge and leverage it to advocate for greater tech inclusion.

This program presents a perfect platform to achieve both personal and professional growth alongside like-minded individual

[Missfendi]

Hello @David_Chaviano 

Thank you for this opportunity,
I identify as a person in the following 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 as I look to switch careers to start studying for SAP Certification. I have completed my first learning journey:

Onboarding with SAP Activate for SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Public Edition.

It would be wonderful to take the exam.

Thank you

Lo

[David_Chaviano]

Thanks to everyone for your interest in the Digital Skills Initiative! The first invites have been sent out for 2024. Happy New Year!

[Italya_G1]

Hello David,

Kindly include me to be part of this Digital Skills Initiative. I am very much willing and interested to learn SAP more.  I hope this message will be considered.  Thank you so much.

[Mouchi]

Hello @David_Chaviano 

My career journey as a professional tech support across diverse IT landscapes has cultivated a profound fascination for SAP technology. Through hands-on experience in managing intricate IT projects, I've witnessed firsthand how SAP solutions streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and elevate businesses to new heights. The robust capabilities of SAP in integrating various facets of operations, coupled with its adaptability to diverse business environments, intrigue me profoundly and align seamlessly with my passion for leveraging innovative solutions to drive organizational success and efficiency.

I lost my position on December due to work shortage, and I want to uplift my career and get on a bigger challenge and hope that this can be the opportunity to leverage that with SAP help.

Thanks for your consideration and have a nice day!

[Thad_Fidler]

Hi David,

I am interested in the digital skills initiative.  I'm a middle-aged worker and want to change professions.  I've been conducting job searches and many of them ask if the applicant has SAP experience.  I'm eager to get a registration link and begin training.  I think I can get it done while I conduct my search.  Thanks for your help.

Thad Fidler

[McJ]

Hello David,

I am interested in participating in the SAP Digital Skills Initiative and excited to participate under the following considerations:

• Minorities who may not have equal opportunity in their geographic location; and
• People looking to switch their careers mid-life.

Currently resident in North America, I have a background in Accounting & Finance and would be interested in pursuing learning journeys leading to SAP certifications for the SAP FICO Consultant role. 

I look forward to your approving this application and sending me the registration link to the SAP Digital Skills Initiative.

Thank you,

McJ

[nate_kp64]

Hi @David_Chaviano,

With my background of over 3 years in IT helpdesk support, and having been affected by recent changes in my company, I am now excited to start learning about SAP, specifically beginning with the "Provisioning and Administering Databases in SAP HANA Cloud" learning path. This is a crucial step towards preparing for the SAP HANA Cloud certification.

The SAP field is expansive and filled with potential. I see this initiative from SAP as an excellent opportunity for my professional growth. I am looking forward to your reply with great interest.

Warm regards,

Nate KP

[nhanduong]

Dear @David_Chaviano.

I'm Nhan, I identify as a person in category of women. I As a fellow SAP enthusiast and consultant here in Vietnam, I wanted to share my genuine excitement about the SAP Learning Digital Skills Initiative. Having been a SAP consultant for 1.5 years, I am eager to embrace this initiative to not only deepen my knowledge but also to keep pace with the latest trends and innovations in the SAP ecosystem. 

Thank you and regards,

Nhan Duong

[David_Chaviano]

Thanks everyone for your interest in the digital skills imitative! Invites sent out as of 05 Jan 2024. 

[lakhindraratha]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

This looks like a great initiative and I'd love to be a part of it,

I Identify as a person in the below categories:

Minorities who may not have equal opportunity in their geographic location.
First generation college student.
Currently working in a environment that's using SAP and would love to learn and develop more my skill set further.

Thanks for your time,

[lakhindraratha]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

This looks like a great initiative and I'd love to be a part of it,

I Identify as a person in the below categories:

Minorities who may not have equal opportunity in their geographic location.
First generation college student.
Currently working in a environment that's using SAP and would love to learn and develop more my skill set further.

Thanks for your time,

[PCS24]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

I’m Parris from the United States. I’m a minority woman that wishes to participate in the digital skills initiative as an opportunity to level up my career in IT and increase my knowledge on the SAP ecosystem.

As someone that has worked in the IT space for two years, I have learned that the ability to learn and keep learning is one of the most effective and efficient ways to progress your career. I want to be a sponge for whatever information I am able to learn. I hope to be considered for this digital skills initiative, because I believe that I have the dedication and commitment to hopefully furthering my IT education and eventually getting into leadership spaces to change the way that, IT interacts with other sectors of business.

Thank you so much for your consideration. 

[Utkarsh1]

Hi Team,
I am writing to you regarding the Digital skills initiative program.
I identify myself as a ‘People in remote or underserved locations that may be not have access to the same economic opportunities as their urban or more privileged counterparts’ and I understand that this program is initiated to support my community. I have completed my learning journey in  ‘Implementing SAP Cloud ALM’ and would like to take the free certification attempt for – ‘SAP Certified Application Associate - Extended Warehouse Management with SAP S/4HANA’.
Below are the details of the Learning Journey.

SAP Universal ID: P2007913532

Registered Mail ID: utkarshbhashkar@yahoo.com
Learning Journey: Implementing SAP Cloud ALM.

[OanhNg]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

As an young woman and have just graduated from university for about 2 years ago, I’m really excited for this opportunity to learn new digital skills. This certification will jumpstart my career; after being laid off due to the pandemic. I am interested in pursuing all PM, technology, analytics, AI & Cloud consulting certifications and switching to a new career path. And leveraging this certification to make an impact in other parts of the world for women. 

Thank you!

Best regards,

Oanh Nguyen

[Dzhansu]

Hello,

as a woman who has recently arrived in Germany, I am extremely happy to be in an environment where I can pursue education. This will be a wonderful start for me. I have tremendous respect for SAP, and I can't wait to begin my training.

Thank you for this fantastic opportunity.

Regards,

Dzhansu

[DiptiBawne]

Hello David, this is Dipti. I identify myself into below categories...

• Women
• Single parents

I have the willingness to learn more about SAP and to undergo the rigors of studying for SAP Certification.

Please consider my request for free certification.

Thank you!

Regards

Dipti

[Bhavani1989]

Hello David, this is Bhavani.

I identify myself as...

• Women
• Single parents
• First generation college students
• People looking to switch their careers mid-life

I am willingness to learn more about SAP and to undergo the rigors of studying for SAP Certification.

Please accept my request.

Thank you!

Bhavani

[Hien_Mai]

Hi David,

My name is Hien and currently pursuing SAP career path. I Identify as a person in the below categories:

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

I really love working with SAP and want to keep learning and growing in this field in the future.

Looking forward for this initiative.

Thanks and Regards.

[abhi2118]

Hi @David_Chaviano 
Thanks for giving this wonderful opportunity.

I want to switch my carrier into SAP. I have completed the SAP BW/4HANA.

I will sent the mail for the voucher 

thanks and regards 

Abhishek Patil

[tran_si_dan]

Hi @David_Chaviano ,

I'm expressing my interest in participating in the digital skills initiative. I'm a male student currently enrolled in ERP classes at school, although I haven't had the opportunity to pursue certification yet. Hailing from a financially disadvantaged area, I am largely unrepresented in this context.

I identify as a person in the 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.

Nevertheless, I am truly thrilled and grateful for this opportunity to enhance my skills and create a better future. Thank you.

[tjtobako]

Hello David,

I belong to the first generation college students group mentioned in your post.

I am willing to learn more about SAP and think that this is a great opportunity to get the SAP Certification.

Thank you and kind regards,
Jakob

[Lacxis]

Hello @David_Chaviano 

I identify as a person in the 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 am willing to learn more about SAP and to undergo the rigors of studying for SAP Certification.

[David_Chaviano]

Thanks everyone for your interest in the digital skills initiative! Invites sent out as of 08 Jan 2024.

[Prabhuram1]

Hello David,

As per your advice, I registered now with the community and here is my first blog about me.

I am a Technology graduate with a masters in Information Systems.

This is my first step into the SAP certification world and I believe that this certification in Sourcing and Procurement will definitely add value to my career and professional experience due to its high recognition in the industry.

Kindly help me to take an exam and get SAP certified.

[Khorshed]

Dear David,

I am applying to SAP Digital Skills Initiative under people underrepresented in tech, my name is Mohamed Khorshed, during the last two decades we have no access to technology due to embargo, and when this embargo is revoked we entered into war which displaced us.

As one of the people underrepresented in tech, I am writing to request receiving free voucher for C_TS410_2020 - SAP Certified Application Associate - Business Process Integration with SAP S/4HANA 2020 or C_TS410_2022 - SAP Certified Application Associate - Business Process Integration with SAP S/4HANA exams.

I have completed Explore Integrated Business Processes in SAP S/4HANA SAP learning journey which lead to certification through above mentioned exams.

I am looking forward for receiving approval for my request.

Thanks and Kind Regards,

Mohamed Khorshed

[kiran_kale]

Hi David,

Thanks for this wonderful opportunity.

I have completed certification course and already sent a mail for voucher 1.

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

Thanks,

Kiran Kale

[Rohit_kate]

Hi David,

Thanks for this wonderful opportunity.

I have completed certification course and already sent a mail for voucher.

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

Thanks,

Rohit Kate

[Linh_Tran_Thi]

Dear SAP,

I am writing to express my keen interest in obtaining an SAP certificate. I have been following the advancements and innovations in the SAP ecosystem, and I am truly impressed by the impact that SAP solutions have on businesses worldwide.

I believe that acquiring an SAP certificate would not only enhance my professional profile but also equip me with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the field of SAP. I am eager to learn about the various modules and functionalities offered by SAP and understand how they can be leveraged to drive business transformation and efficiency.

Having closely observed the value that SAP brings to organizations across industries, I am convinced that obtaining an SAP certificate will open up exciting career opportunities and enable me to contribute effectively to the implementation and optimization of SAP solutions.

I am committed to investing the time and effort required to complete the necessary training and successfully pass the certification exams. I am confident that with the comprehensive curriculum and support provided by SAP, I will be equipped with the expertise to make a positive impact in the SAP ecosystem.

I look forward to embarking on this journey and becoming a certified SAP professional. Thank you for considering my interest, and I am excited about the prospect of joining the global community of SAP-certified experts.

Sincerely,
Linh Tran Thi

[Bachnx6]

Hi @David_Chaviano ,

Good day!

I'm an SAP FICO Functional Consutant (ECC and S4 HANA) from Viet Nam. I've been working in SAP fields for 8 Years Now. 

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 hope you will consider my application for the free certification in SAP S4 HANA

Thanks a Lot for this grateful Opportunity!

Best,rgd.

[Shriram]

Hi David,

Thanks for this wonderful opportunity.

I have completed certification course. I am applicable in "People looking to switch their careers mid-life'' category.

Thanks 

Shriram badade

[Dnyaneshwar_Shi]

Hi David,

Thanks for this wonderful opportunity.

I have completed certification course .
I am applicable in "People looking to switch their careers mid-life'' category.

Thanks,
Dnyaneshwar Shinde

[adryene]

Hello. I am interested in upskilling in the SAP ecosystem. I have taken an SAP Essential Skills course and am looking to further my knowledge! I'm a multiracial person of a first-generation immigrant family of the USA. I'd like to break into tech and develop my career.

[TuongNguyen]

Hello David,

I am a woman. After many years working in Accounting field, I am looking to switch my careers at mid-life. My first studying journey with SAP is Explore Integrated Business Processes in SAP S/4HANA. I found information and very execited with digital skills initiative by SAP Learning. I am eager to learn more about SAP, and get become more professional in this new field. I acknowledge by myself that, SAP studying journey require more effort and hardworking to get any certification. Thanks in advance for paying attention on my comment, and I hope to receive your invitation in this programe.

Regards,

TuongNguyen

[EAkmal]

Hi David,

I'm interested in doing SAP certification and I'm eligible because of following:

• I'm a women and first generation in my family to work in a corporate environment. 
• I belong to a minority group in USA and does not have equal opportunity in my geographic location 
• I have an MBA in HR with 10 years of experience and looking to switch my career from HR to tech. 

@David_Chaviano @

SAP SuccessFactors Learning Marketplace 

[David_Chaviano]

Hi all,

Thank you for your interest in the digital skills initiative! Invites have been sent out as of 10 Jan 2024.

@TuongNguyen @Bachnx6 - Financial experience and SAP knowledge is quite valuable! Please join us in a live session to discuss learning SAP Finance in 2024 here.

[Erf27]

Hello @David_Chavian 

I identify as a person in the 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 a Mechanical Engineer from the rural side of South India. Now, I am in a situation to switch my career to the sales field due to a lack of opportunities in my place. So, I need help to learn everything new, which is not familiar to me based on my studies. I am passionate about learning and development and SAP offers a variety of learning journeys and certification to fulfill my professional development. I look forward to participating in this initiative and hope that I can make an impact on my future career . I also require your suggestion regarding how to start from zero.

Thank you

Erfan

[Nilesh_Jagtap]

Hi @David_Chaviano.

I am writing to you regarding the Digital skills initiative program. I identify myself as a ‘People in remote or underserved locations that may be not have access to the same economic opportunities as their urban or more privileged counterparts’ and I understand that this program is initiated to support my community. 

I have completed certification course
I am applicable in "People looking to switch their careers mid-life'' category.

Thanks for this wonderful opportunity.

Thanks,
Nilesh Jagtap

[anhpt]

Dear @David_Chaviano,

I am writing to express my strong interest in obtaining an SAP certificate. As a woman in the field of technology, I am truly excited about the opportunities that SAP offers for professional growth and advancement. I believe that acquiring an SAP certificate will not only equip me with valuable skills but also empower me to break barriers and make a difference in the industry. I am inspired by the diverse and inclusive community that SAP fosters, and I am eager to contribute my unique perspective and expertise as a woman in the SAP ecosystem. I am confident that with the comprehensive training and support provided by SAP, I can excel in implementing and optimizing SAP solutions to drive business success. Thank you for considering my interest in pursuing an SAP certificate. I am enthusiastic about the prospect of joining the ranks of talented women who are making a significant impact in the technology world through SAP.

Sincerely,

Tu Anh Phan

[HuyenTK4]

Dear Mr @David_Chaviano,

I am writing to express my enthusiastic interest in obtaining an SAP certificate. As a woman, I am particularly excited about the opportunities that SAP offers in the field of technology and business. I believe that acquiring an SAP certificate will not only enhance my skills but also empower me to thrive in a male-dominated industry. I am eager to contribute to the SAP ecosystem and make a positive impact with my expertise. Thank you for considering my interest in pursuing an SAP certificate.

Sincerely,
Khanh Huyen To

[dongthanh_itc]

Hello SAP,
I am currently a consultant implementing SAP B1 products in Vietnam. Has 3 years of experience consulting SAP B1 for customers. I also want to take a certificate issued by SAP so that customers can have more confidence in their career. I hope SAP will give me a free voucher to take the SAP credit test. I sincerely thank SAP!

[NTTHAI]

Hi SAP Admin, Can uoy give me a free voucher for the SAP Excm

[Xuan_3011]

Dear @David_Chaviano ,

My name is Xuan and I come from Vietnam. I have been working as a Sales Admin 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!

Thanks and best regards,

Xuan

[Tejasvini1717]

Hi David,

Thanks for this wonderful opportunity.

I have completed certification course and sent a mail for voucher 1 week ago.
I am applicable in "People looking to switch their careers mid-life'' category.

Thanks,

tejasvini

[Afaque]

Hello @David_Chaviano, 

My name is Afaque Ali I'm from Pakistan. 

and i identify as,

People in remote or underserved locations that may be not have access to the same economic opportunities as their urban or more privileged counterparts.

My experience with the SAP Digital Skills Initiative has been a game-changer, providing me with a diverse skill set in SAP technologies, including S/4HANA, Fiori, and Analytics Cloud. The hands-on learning and industry-focused approach have not only deepened my technical expertise but also honed critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

This initiative opens new doors in my career, making me a valuable asset in SAP implementation projects.

regards,

Afaque Ali.

[hana_0508]

Hello David, I am Trinh.

I identify myself into below categories...

- Women

- As I start to develop my career path as a SAP Functional Analyst so I have the willingness to learn more about SAP and to undergo the rigors of studying for SAP Certification.

Please consider my request for free certification.

Thank you!

Regards

Trinh.

[David_Chaviano]

Thank you everyone for sharing your interest in the digital skills initiative for 11 Jan 2024!

Hi @NTTHAI - would you be able to share some more details about your professional and academic background here? Why would the digital skills initiative be a good fit for you?