Access Bank Udacity Advance Africa Scholarship Program (Cohort 2) 2021 for Young Africans
Udacity and Access Bank are awarding 1000 Access Bank Udacity Advance Africa Scholarships in 2021 to empower people in Africa to advance their careers with in-demand skills. Apply now!
Application Deadline:
29th December 2021
About the Access Bank Udacity Advance Africa Scholarship Program:
Udacity is collaborating with Access Bank, a multinational commercial bank, to empower people in Africa who are interested in learning tech-forward skills to kick-start careers in the banking industry in 2021.
We are proud to provide hands-on learning opportunities in fields such as Business Analytics, Programming, Data Science, Product Management and Digital Marketing. Scholarship recipients will complete a portfolio of real-world projects that demonstrate mastery of highly sought-after tech skills.
Access Bank’s Corporate Philosophy:
Our vision
To be the world’s most respected African Bank.
Our mission
Setting standards for sustainable business practices that deliver superior value to our customers and provide innovative solutions for the markets and communities we serve.
Our core values
- Leadership
- Excellence
- Empowered employees
- Passion for customers
- Professionalism
- Innovation
Our solution
Udacity and Access Bank are committed to closing the divide between the number of tech jobs available and the number of Africans working in tech by providing opportunities to those who would not otherwise have them. That starts with ensuring a robust pipeline of trained, talented tech professionals. Together, we are offering:
- 1,000 Nanodegree program scholarships for Africans to build practical, in-demand, cutting-edge tech skills.
- Engagement with classmates in a robust, actively managed, student community.
- Subject matter experts and on-demand tutors.
The scholarship will create upskilling opportunities for individuals and give them the skills needed in the digital world. In fact, the tech industry comprises some of the highest growth, most in-demand careers today.
Eligible Field(s):
Take a look at some of our Nanodegree Programs, designed to be the fastest, most flexible way to get employable, practitioner-level skills.
- Business Analytics
- Intro to Programming
- Programming for Data Science with Python
- Product Manager
- Digital Marketing
Type of Award:Â Training
Eligibility:
Anyone 20 years of age and above is encouraged to apply. Scholarship recipients should be prepared to invest about 5–10 hours per week during the Nanodegree programs.
What are the prerequisites?
Business Analytics:
This is an introductory program and has no prerequisites. In order to succeed, we recommend having experience using a computer and being able to download and install applications.
Introduction to Programming:
In order to succeed, we recommend having experience using the web, being able to perform a search on Google, and (most importantly) the determination to keep pushing forward.
Programming for Data Science with Python:
There are no prerequisites for this program, aside from Introduction to Programming:
In order to succeed, we recommend having experience using the web, being able to perform a search on Google, and (most importantly) the determination to keep pushing forward.
Programming for Data Science with Python:
There are no prerequisites for this program, aside from basic computer skills. You should feel comfortable performing basic operations on your computer (e.g., opening files, folders, and applications, copying and pasting).
Product Manager:
No prior experience with Product Management is required. You will need to be comfortable with basic computer skills, such as managing files, using third-party online programs, and navigating the Internet through an online browser. You will also need access to a video camera on a computer.
Digital Marketing:
Students should have basic computer skills and be comfortable navigating online.
Product Manager:
No prior experience with Product Management is required. You will need to be comfortable with basic computer skills, such as managing files, using third-party online programs, and navigating the Internet through an online browser. You will also need access to a video camera on a computer.
Digital Marketing:
Students should have basic computer skills and be comfortable navigating online.
Product Manager:
No prior experience with Product Management is required. You will need to be comfortable with basic computer skills, such as managing files, using third-party online programs, and navigating the Internet through an online browser. You will also need access to a video camera on a computer.
Digital Marketing:
Students should have basic computer skills and be comfortable navigating online.
Eligible Countries:Â
African Countries
Number Countries:
1000
Value of Access Bank Udacity Advance Africa Scholarship Program:
- Nanodegree program scholarships for Africans to build practical, in-demand, cutting-edge tech skills.
- Engagement with classmates in a robust, actively managed, student community.
- Subject matter experts and on-demand tutors.
Timeline of Award:
Cohort 2 applications for the Advance Africa Scholarship Program are open!
- Applications Accepted: December 1, 2021 – December 29, 2021
- Challenge Winners Announced:Â January 7, 2022
- Challenge Course: January 11, 2022 – February 16, 2022
- Scholarship Winners Announced:Â February 25, 2022
- Scholarship: March 1, 2022 – April 30, 2022
How to Apply for the Access Bank Udacity Advance Africa Scholarship Program:
- It is important to go through all application requirements in the Award Webpage (see Link below) before applying.
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