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GirlLEAD Talent Accelerator Women in Data Boot-camp (Fully funded)
Deadline: July 12, 2023
In its efforts to equip more women and girls with the skills they need to succeed in our fast-expanding digital world, GirlLEAD is excited to announce its new partnership with Datacamp to launch the GirlLEAD Talent Accelerator Women in Data Boot-camp.
Datacamp is an online learning platform that helps learners build data skills including Python, R programming, and Business analysis, to non-coding essentials like spreadsheets, BI tools, and more advanced paths like data engineering, data science, and machine learning.
This partnership is pivotal towards GirlLEAD's mission of equipping 1,500 women and girls with solid skills in STEM, IT and business by 2025.
Through this partnership, GirlLEAD is offering a 1-year premium access to all courses, skill proficiency assessments, guided and self-paced projects, and data science competitions all on the Datacamp platform. There are a myriad of tracks to choose from including R Programming, Python Programming, SQL, Spreadsheets, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Engineering, Data Science, Machine Learning, and more...
Datacamp is an online learning platform that helps learners build data skills including Python, R programming, and Business analysis, to non-coding essentials like spreadsheets, BI tools, and more advanced paths like data engineering, data science, and machine learning.
This partnership is pivotal towards GirlLEAD's mission of equipping 1,500 women and girls with solid skills in STEM, IT and business by 2025.
Through this partnership, GirlLEAD is offering a 1-year premium access to all courses, skill proficiency assessments, guided and self-paced projects, and data science competitions all on the Datacamp platform. There are a myriad of tracks to choose from including R Programming, Python Programming, SQL, Spreadsheets, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Engineering, Data Science, Machine Learning, and more...
What is GirlLEAD Women in Data Boot-camp? This is a one-year virtual boot-camp for girls and young women of African descent to acquire beginner to advanced data skills. For participants who have some experience working with data, this is also an opportunity to take part in projects and competitions on the Datacamp platform so that you can build your portfolio, gain hands-on experience and confidently take on data science job interviews.
Usually, this program would cost $399 annually per person, but we are offering this program at no cost to you. Please be mindful that though some portions of the program are at no cost, your kind support through donations will help us maintain and expand our programs to better serve the African continent.
Why register for GirlLEAD Women in Data Boot-camp?
Student Entry Requirements
Program structure: Online self-paced study, 1-2 hours mandatory bi-weekly catch-ups, Weekly assignments, Discussion forums, and Group activities.
Usually, this program would cost $399 annually per person, but we are offering this program at no cost to you. Please be mindful that though some portions of the program are at no cost, your kind support through donations will help us maintain and expand our programs to better serve the African continent.
Why register for GirlLEAD Women in Data Boot-camp?
- Project-based learning- You will solve problems and build projects for your portfolio
- Full access to Datacamps courses, including unguided projects and competitions
- Career services including job readiness courses and CV revamp
- Globally recognized certifications and access to Datacamp's network of global students and faculty
- Integration into GirlLEAD fellowship network for lifelong learning, network and mentorship opportunities
Student Entry Requirements
- Women of African origin aged 16-40 years
- Laptop, Internet Acess and Data
- Availability to take the program
Program structure: Online self-paced study, 1-2 hours mandatory bi-weekly catch-ups, Weekly assignments, Discussion forums, and Group activities.
Program cost: Free of charge (Fully-funded scholarship)
Program date: July 2022 to July 2023
Application closes 12th July, 2022. Seats are limited, so your dedication and consistency throughout the program is vital to your success and the success of this program.
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Ako Eyo Oku
Ako is the Co-Founder and Chairman, Board of Trustees of Eureka Learners Foundation. She has over 20 years of experience in both public service and civil society engagement. She is an alumnus of a number of international fellowships and youth leadership programs.
Ako is passionate about Lifelong Learning, Capacity Building and Positive Social Impact.
