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

[David_Chaviano]

Note: The self-study portion of the digital skills initiative is coming to an end.

• Application texts can be submitted here until November 4, 2024.
• Your learning must be completed by December 1, 2024, and a screenshot of completion together with your SAP Community username must be submitted to digitalskills@sap.com by this day at the latest.
• We will process your request and send you your redemption code by December 20, 2024 at the latest.
• You must redeem your code in the training shop by December 31, 2024, but can schedule your exam for any date in the following 12 months  (December 31, 2025 at the latest.)

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
• People who lack the financial means to afford a certification attempt for themselves

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.

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  before 1 December 2024.

Here is a guide on how to determine if your learning journey is free of charge.

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

Here is a guide on how to approach networking within the SAP Community & Ecosystem

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

Regards,

David

[Maripi]

Hello David,

I would like to participate in the SAP Digital Skills Initiative. I am an unemployed woman seeking new career opportunities.

[Darekar_Mangesh]

Hi @David_Chaviano ,

Thanks for this wonderful opportunity!

I have completed certification course & I will sent an email for voucher with course completion screenshot.

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

Thanks,

Darekar Mangesh

[David_Chaviano]

Thanks for writing everyone - invites on on their way. 

For those waiting for codes, we ask for some patience. We are working through quite a backlog.

[Nutshell]

Hi David,

I appreciate this opportunity. Thank you for considering my application for the free certification attempt.

I am a woman, and I am enthusiastic about learning more about SAP. I am dedicated to the study necessary for SAP Certification. For your reference, I have attached a screenshot of my current progress. 

[yashmandpe]

Hello @David_Chaviano 

I am keenly interested in participating in the SAP Digital Skills Initiative. My academic background includes a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and I am currently pursuing an MBA with a specialization in Operations Management. Professionally, I have interned in supply chain and lean manufacturing roles, where I developed a strong foundation in operations, sourcing, and logistics.

I believe I am a great fit for this program as I belong to three of the eligible categories:

- I am from Nagpur, a small city in India, with limited access to economic opportunities compared to larger urban areas.
- I belong to the Scheduled Caste Buddhist community, which faces unique challenges in accessing economic and educational resources.
- I am a first-generation college student striving to create opportunities for myself and others in my community.

I am excited to enhance my skills through SAP Certification, and I look forward to learning and contributing within the SAP ecosystem. I am also ready to engage in the beginner corner for guidance and support throughout this journey.

Thank you for considering my application.

Best regards,

Yash

[d_soumik]

Hello @David_Chaviano 

Hope you are doing well!!!!

I'm Soumik Dey from India. I am working as a Management Consultant for the past 7 years. My domain is project management & anything realted to PmaaS(Project Management as a Service). Firstly, you are doing a very noble thing in providing thousands of professional to upskill their career at zero cost. That is quite a big thing! Speaking about me - I'm looking to upskill myself by learning several SAP modules that will exceptionally boost my career. Some of the modules that I am really interested to complete are:

- SAP Enterprise Portfolio and Project Management

- SAP Project Systems

- SAP HANA

It is my humble & earnest request for a chance at doing free certifications that would really help me elevate my career & enter into the SAP domain with vigour & fulfill my goal to transition my career

Thanks & Regards

Soumik Dey

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[Emanuel_1]

Hi David,

I have a background in Accounting with more than 4 years of experience in the industry. I recently came across this initiative and I would like to convey my interest.

Kind regards,

Emanuel.

[Melanie10]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

I have bachelor's degree in Sourcing & Procurement with more than 6 years of experience and I have been using SAP for the last 3 years as an end-user. I am really interested in this digital skills initiative, and I would like to learn SAP Ariba.

Thanks in advance.

Regards,

Melanie

[GemmaO]

Hi, I am interested in participating in the Digital Skills Initiative.

I am from Barcelona. I graduated in Economics, and I hold a Master’s Degree in Accounting and Financial Management. I usually work with SAP, but I don’t have any training.

@David_Chaviano  Can you help me with my learning journey? I think that the SAP S/4 HANA  in Finance track will be a good fit for me.

[ibrahim_youssef]

Hello @David_Chaviano,

I hope this message finds you well.

My name is Ibrahim , and I am an aspiring SAP FI-CO Consultant based in Egypt. I have recently begun my journey in the SAP ecosystem and am eager to further develop my skills and knowledge in this field. I believe that participating in the Digital Skills Initiative will significantly aid in my professional growth.

I identify as a person in the following categories:

A resident of a remote or underserved location, where access to economic opportunities is limited compared to urban areas.
A first-generation college graduate, striving to build a successful career in technology.
A minority in my geographic location, with aspirations to make a significant impact in the SAP community.
The world of technology, particularly SAP, fascinates me with its potential to transform businesses and enhance their processes. I am committed to learning more about SAP FI-CO and to embracing the challenges of the certification process.

I have started my learning journey and am motivated to achieve certification, which I believe will open new doors in my career. I am grateful for the opportunity to apply for this initiative and am excited about the potential to contribute more effectively in the SAP space.

Thank you for considering my application.

Best regards,
Ibrahim Youssef

[SurpriseMhlongo]

Greetings, I am excited to learn about this opportunity.

I am a first-generation college student (22) pursuing my Commerce degree, majoring in Information Systems and business management. I learnt about SAP in my third-year Enterprise Development Systems course. I am interested in pursuing a career in enterprise systems implementation/ customisation or quantitative analysis in the banking industry.

I am a good fit for this award as I actively searched for this opportunity, highlighting my zeal and drive. I will dedicate my time to ensuring I put all resources I am trusted regarding my learning to good use.

Thanks @David_Chaviano 

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[Lacxis]

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[Archana_Jayachandiran]

Hello David,

I am Archana, a women from India. I would like to join the free certification in the Digital Skills Initiative SAP program. As I have 3 years of experience in Project Administrative Job, I had a gap of over 3 years ad now I am looking for a job so I want to learn this course to upskill my career which will create more job opportunities.

Sincerely 

Archana J

[uchekayode]

I am Uchechukwu Ukaigwe, from a developing country, and I am looking to switch careers in mid-life after working with IT solutions in enterprise organizations. I recognize the critical role SAP plays in simplifying business processes and transforming work in the tech ecosystem. However, due to limited opportunities and financial constraints, I am unable to afford the necessary certifications.

As an underrepresented professional, breaking into the SAP ecosystem feels like the right step. With SAP’s flexible learning, mentorship, and upskilling programs, I believe I can overcome these barriers. Becoming an SAP professional would truly change my life and help me build a successful career in tech.

Sincerely,
Uchechukwu Ukaigwe

[uchekayode]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

I am Uchechukwu Ukaigwe, from a developing country, and I am looking to switch careers in mid-life after working with IT solutions in enterprise organizations. I recognize the critical role SAP plays in simplifying business processes and transforming work in the tech ecosystem. However, due to limited opportunities and financial constraints, I am unable to afford the necessary training.

As an underrepresented professional, breaking into the SAP ecosystem feels like the right step. With SAP’s flexible learning, mentorship, and upskilling programs, I believe I can overcome these barriers. Becoming an SAP professional would truly change my life and help me build a successful career in tech.

Sincerely,
Uchechukwu Ukaigwe

[Mohamed91]

Hello @David_Chaviano ,

I am excited to express my interest in participating in the digital skills initiative and obtaining a free SAP code certificate. My name is Mohamed Ali, and I am a resident of Saudi Arabia.

With a Bachelor's degree in IT and a Master's degree in Software Engineering, I have a solid academic background in the field. Professionally, I have been working as an end-user in the MM module for the past year. However, I am now looking to support my career path and believe that acquiring an SAP certification will be a valuable asset in helping me achieve my career goals.

I am eager to develop my skills and knowledge in SAP and am confident that this initiative will provide me with the necessary tools and resources to achieve my objectives. I am particularly interested in [MM Module].

Thank you for considering my interest, and I look forward to the opportunity to participate in this initiative.

Best regards,
Mohamed Ali

[Khaki-Zum]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

I wanted to follow up regarding my submission. I am from Pakistan, with a graduate background in Business and Technology, and I have completed training in SAP. As part of the SAP Digital Skills Initiative, I successfully completed the Learning Journeys for SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Implementation and have already emailed the required screenshots and certificates. I am currently awaiting the exam coupon and would appreciate any updates on the next steps. Thank you again for this valuable initiative.

[Khaki-Zum]

HI @David_Chaviano 

I hope this serves as a gentle reminder regarding my submission. I am a graduate from Pakistan with a background in Business and Technology, along with SAP training. I have successfully completed the Learning Journeys for SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Implementation and have submitted the required screenshots and certificates. I am currently awaiting the exam coupon and would appreciate any updates when convenient. Thank you again for this wonderful initiative.

[Ali_Mohamed62]

Dear @David_Chaviano 

my name is Ali and I'm excited to be part of the SAP Community Beginner Corner! I work for an organization called Edraky,
which is focused on providing comprehensive SAP training and implementation services to businesses across the Middle East. I'm writing to apply for certification  Implementing SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public EditionC_S4CPB

[yasminkamal]

Dear @David_Chaviano

I am a woman 😊, my name is yasmin and I'm excited to be part of the SAP Community Beginner Corner! I work for an organization called Edraky,
which is focused on providing comprehensive SAP training and implementation services to businesses across the Middle East. I'm writing to apply for certification  Implementing SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public EditionC_S4CPB.

Thanks

[nadanaser]

Dear @David_Chaviano 

I am a woman 

, my name is Nada and I'm excited to be part of the SAP Community Beginner Corner! I work for an organization called Edraky, which is focused on providing comprehensive SAP training and implementation services to businesses across the Middle East. I'm writing to apply for certification C_TS4CO_2021.

Thanks

[nadanaser]

Dear @David_Chaviano 

I am a woman 

, my name is Nada and I'm excited to be part of the SAP Community Beginner Corner! I work for an organization called Edraky, which is focused on providing comprehensive SAP training and implementation services to businesses across the Middle East. I'm writing to apply for certification C_TS4CO_2021.

Thanks 

[Mohanadmagdy]

Hello @David_Chaviano 

My name is Mohaned, and I'm thrilled to be part of the SAP Community Beginner Corner! I work in an organization focused on providing comprehensive SAP training and implementation services to businesses across the Middle East. Our mission is to empower companies to fully leverage the potential of SAP solutions.

I'm eager to dive into the SAP world and learn from the expertise within this community. I'm also keen on sharing my knowledge and experiences as I grow in my SAP journey.

Feel free to connect with me via private message. I'm excited to get started!

[Mohanadmagdy]

Hello @David_Chaviano 

My name is Mohaned, and I'm thrilled to be part of the SAP Community Beginner Corner! I work in an organization focused on providing comprehensive SAP training and implementation services to businesses across the Middle East. Our mission is to empower companies to fully leverage the potential of SAP solutions.

I'm eager to dive into the SAP world and learn from the expertise within this community. I'm also keen on sharing my knowledge and experiences as I grow in my SAP journey.

Feel free to connect with me via private message. I'm excited to get started!

[yasminkamal]

Dear @David_Chaviano

I am a woman , my name is yasmin and I'm excited to be part of the SAP Community Beginner Corner! I work for an organization called Edraky,
which is focused on providing comprehensive SAP training and implementation services to businesses across the Middle East. I'm writing to apply for certification Implementing SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public EditionC_S4CPB.

Thanks

[Nada4]

Dear @David_Chaviano 

I am a woman 

, my name is Nada and I'm excited to be part of the SAP Community Beginner Corner! I work for an organization called Edraky, which is focused on providing comprehensive SAP training and implementation services to businesses across the Middle East. I'm writing to apply for certification C_SIGDA_2403

Thanks

[nesrin_walid]

Dear @David_Chaviano

I am a woman , my name is Nesrin and I'm excited to be part of the SAP Community Beginner Corner! I work for an organization called Edraky,
which is focused on providing comprehensive SAP training and implementation services to businesses across the Middle East. I'm writing to apply for certificationSAP Certified Associate  Implementing SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public EditionC_S4CPB.

Thanks

[Nada4]

Dear @David_Chaviano 

I am a woman 

, my name is Nada and I'm excited to be part of the SAP Community Beginner Corner! I work for an organization called Edraky, which is focused on providing comprehensive SAP training and implementation services to businesses across the Middle East. I'm writing to apply for certification C_SIGDA_2403

Thanks

[nesrin_walid]

Dear @David_Chaviano

I am a woman , my name is Nesrin and I'm excited to be part of the SAP Community Beginner Corner! I work for an organization called Edraky,
which is focused on providing comprehensive SAP training and implementation services to businesses across the Middle East. I'm writing to apply for certification SAP Certified Associate  Implementing SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public EditionC_S4CPB.

Thanks

[NganPham]

Hi @David_Chaviano 

I am Ngan Pham from Vietnam, in women category in the middle-life career. I am willing to learn more about SAP and to SAP Certification. I awaiting my certification attempt. 

Thank you very much!!!

Ngan

[abdallah_hamza]

Hello @David_Chaviano,

Iam Abdallah from Egypt , 25 years old who make a decision to do a career shift from Web Development  to SAP ABAP Consultant , I would like to extend my knowledge and have the privilege to use "The digital skills initiative" to be able to certify "SAP Certified Associate – Back-End Developer - ABAP Cloud"

I am already finished the learning and ready to be certified 

[o_osama]

Hello @David_Chaviano,

I am Omar from Egypt,27 years old who made a decision to invest in my knowledge and experience new challenges I would like to extend my knowledge and have the privilege to use "The digital skills initiative" to be certified "SAP Certified Associate - SAP S/4HANA for Management Accounting Associates"

[o_osama]

Hello @David_Chaviano,

I am Omar from Egypt,27 years old who made a decision to invest in my knowledge and experience new challenges I would like to extend my knowledge and have the privilege to use "The digital skills initiative" to be certified "SAP Certified Associate - SAP S/4HANA for Management Accounting Associates" 

 

[MR_TUAN_ANH]

Hello @David_Chaviano,

My name is Tuan Anh Nguyen and I am 33 years old.

I identify myself as: "I'm SAP Logistic Consultant. Certificate helpful for my work". I have just finished the learning journey " Developing Apps with SAP Build Apps using Drag-and-Drop Simplicity". In the future, I’m eager to connect with the community, learn from experienced SAP professionals.

Here the completion picture of the learning journey:

I hope that you will consider my request.

Thank you!

[phuoc_nguyenquang]

Hello @David_Chaviano, 

I'm Phuoc from Vietnam. Over the past 8 months, I've had the opportunity to work with SAP Business One (SAP B1), where I’ve gained practical experience in both consulting and programming with ABAP. 

What excites me most about SAP is its ability to bring together various aspects of a business into one cohesive system, allowing for better decision-making and efficiency. As I delve deeper into SAP, my curiosity and eagerness to learn more about its advanced functionalities only grow stronger. I’m particularly interested in how SAP can be leveraged to drive innovation and create value within organizations.

Earning an SAP certification is one of my primary career goals. I believe that formal recognition of my skills and knowledge would not only validate my efforts but also open doors to new opportunities and challenges in the field. I am eager to continue my learning journey and to upgrade my skills to stay ahead in this ever-evolving digital landscape.

Thank you for considering my application. I truly appreciate the chance to be a part of this initiative and look forward to the possibility of contributing to and learning from this community.

Best regards,
Phuoc Nguyen Quang

[anguyn]

Hi @David_Chaviano ,

My name is An. Thank you so much for the amazing opportunity to participate in the digital skills initiative by SAP Learning.

I have been deeply interested in advancing my skills and knowledge in the field of SAP technologies, recognizing the immense value and impact SAP platforms bring to businesses worldwide. I identify myself as a first-generation student and as someone passionate about embracing the latest advancements in this domain, mastering SAP holds personal importance for me as it not only signifies professional growth but also presents an opportunity to promote diversity within industries.

I am eager to write this post to avail myself of the opportunity for a free certification attempt, believing it will enhance my skills and keep me abreast of technological advancements. Additionally, I have completed the course "Creating Queries in SAP BW/4HANA" and am prepared to undertake the corresponding SAP certification.

I am ready to learn more about SAP and to undergo the rigors of studying for SAP. Looking forward to these series of certification attempts!

Thanks & Regards,

An Nguyen.

[Malka_38]

Dear David,

I hope this message finds you well. My name is Malka, and I am currently doing job in SAP in Pakistan. I am writing to inform you that I have successfully completed my learning journey.

Could you please provide me with the further procedure.

Thank you for your Time.

[ZiadKaoud]

Hello @David_Chaviano ,

I hope you are well,

I'm an SAP MM Functional consultant from Egypt. I've been working in SAP for 3 Years Now. I have Knowledge on SAP S4 HANA Sourcing and Procurement but not certified.

I identified 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.
-first-generation college graduate in my family.
-People looking to switch their careers mid-life.

I love working with SAP. I want to keep learning and growing in this field for a lifetime to have a great career opportunity.

I will be very grateful if I take a free certification attempt because I believe it would help me to learn more knowledge in SAP and get more opportunities in my career.

Thanks a lot for this grateful Opportunity!

best Regards,

[Trung98]

Hello @David_Chaviano,

My name is Ninh and I am 30 years old.

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

I have just finished the learning journey "Describing the Payables Management Process in SAP S/4HANA". In the future, I want to boost my career as an FICO consultant, especially in AP module.

Here the completion picture of the learning journey:

I hope that you will consider my request.

Thank you!

[Ali_Mohamed62]

I am Ali , I would like to extend my knowledge and have the privilege to use "The digital skills initiative" to be able to apply for certification SAP Certified I'm Implementing SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public EditionC_S4CPB

[Salman126]

I am an SAP Business One Trainee Consultant from Pakistan. As a CA student, I am keen to expand my skills and knowledge in the SAP ecosystem. I am particularly interested in learning SAP Implementation and believe that the digital skills initiative by SAP Learning is a fantastic opportunity for individuals like myself. I am eager to take on the challenge and undergo the necessary training to achieve SAP Certification.

Thank you for considering my interest in this initiative.

[Ann_k]

Dear David,

I would like to express my interest in being part of the digital skills initiative. As a recent graduate, I have personally experienced how technology can significantly close gaps in less developed areas. Having a background in business information technology, and a strong interest in digital innovation, I'm excited to contribute and gain from an initiative that helps people like me succeed in the digital economy. I believe this will be a tremendous opportunity for me to develop my abilities and contribute a new, robust viewpoint influenced by my experiences.

Best regards,

Ann

[Souhail95]

Hello,

I'm Souhail Lahlal, a production planner who used SAP as an end user, particularly the MM and PP modules. I've become really interested in the field and see it as a promising path to transition into SAP consulting within Logistics and Supply Chain.

Coming from Morocco, the SAP Digital Skills program has given me hope that earning an SAP certification could significantly improve my job prospects and career growth. I'm truly grateful for the opportunity SAP provides.

I've already started taking courses on the SAP learning platform, and I'm excited to continue exploring more learning paths. Below is a screenshot of the courses I've completed so far.

I hope to hear from you soon and offer my best regards.

[Ahmedmedhat]

Hello @David_Chaviano

My name is Ahmed Medhat from Egypt I'm an ambitious Consultant working in IT sector having experience of around 3 years as a SAP consultant, I am trying to be professional Consultant that gain experience from work, self study and certificates to grow my career in this direction, I'm very passionate to be well known a professional SAP MM,WM,EWM Consultant in my market place. I'm already learning from SAP Learning Platform. I would like to go deeper in SAP learning with certification preparation.

I'm following under below categories:

- People looking to switch their careers mid-life

At the end I would like to thank SAP team for this great initiative to contribute in the growth of others.

Regards Ahmed medhat

[Abdosheweta10]

Hello Everyone....

I am Abdelrahman  coming from egypt and i am working as Senior Materials Management conusltant for 3 years and looking forward for gaining more industries in MM module 

I have just completed the course of Discovering  Extended Warehouse Management with SAP S/4HANA - Record of Achievement

Best regards 

 

 

[mohame-Ibrahim-Hassan]

اريد تعلم سلسلة التوريدات والمشتريات والمخازن

[PhillipTMoyer]

Hello @David_Chaviano,
I'm a neurodivergent individual who is looking to switch his career to switch his careers to be an SAP consultant. I would like to take part in the SAP certification program through the digital skills initiative. 
Thank you!

[Shehab-uddeen]

Hello, @David_Chaviano 

I am recent graduate engineer, just landed a new job as SAP MM consultant, I am willing to learn more about SAP MM and take the certification so I can advance my career.

I have passion in applying technology to solve business problems using SAP ERP solutions.

I am considered the following

• Minorities who may not have equal opportunity in their geographic location 
• First generation college students
• People looking to switch their careers mid-life

I will start learning as soon as you send the invitation, thanks in advance

[brn]

Hi @David_Chaviano!

I would like to participate in the SAP Digital Skills Initiative. I identify as the following:

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

[Mandar28]

Hello @David_Chaviano ,

I want to upskill myself to the new SAP Digital technologies. I am looking for opportunities with these newer technologies in market and thus looking to update myself. I am Mandar Deodhar from India. I am looking to switch careers.

Looking forward to this opportunity.