Bertelsmann and Udacity are partnering to award learners with scholarships.
Learn valuable skills to open new career opportunities in the lucrative fields of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, or project management.
As a global leader in media, education, and services, Bertelsmann wants to empower people around the world to be successful in the tech and data sectors, especially those individuals who historically may not have access to such skill-building opportunities.
This program aims to set up eager learners for exciting, high-paying careers in tech.
Apply to the Next Generation Tech Booster today and gain applicable skills to start a new career in tech and help break open the industry for the advancement of talent everywhere.
Eligibility Criteria
If you’re 18 years or older, have English comprehension, and are looking to develop job-ready skills in project management, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, this scholarship program is for you.
What are the prerequisites to enroll in the Next Generation Tech Booster?
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AI Programming with Python:
- Basic algebra, and programming knowledge in any language
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Enterprise Security:
- Basic Linux
- Client-server model
- Cloud environment configuration
- Computer networking basics
- Windows administration
- Cybersecurity fundamentals
- Cloud computing fluency
- Kali linux
- Command line interface basics
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Agile Software Development:
Offered Benefits
Bertelsmann and Udacity are teaming up to create change. This scholarship program aims to give learners around the world the opportunity to develop lucrative digital skills regardless of cultural background or social status.
Application Process
Go to Udacity on emc.udacity.com to apply
Step1: Select a Track
Learners who apply to the program will select 1 of 3 tracks: Agile Software Development, AI Programming with Python, and Enterprise Security.
Step2: Challenge Course
17,000 applicants accepted into the program will enroll in a challenge course for their selected track, where they will learn the foundational elements of their chosen topic. The artificial intelligence and cybersecurity tracks have technical assessments on which applicants will be tested in order to qualify. The project management track has no technical assessment prior to the Challenge Course.
Step3: Scholarship Recipients Announced
The 500 top-performing students from their respective challenge courses receive a Nanodegree program scholarship. To learn more about the individual programs, please visit the pages for Agile Software Development, AI Programming with Python, and Enterprise Security.
