Shaping EMEA's Future Digital Talent

The Digital Skills Center enables fresh graduates with SAP certification journeys that empower them to drive digital transformation
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Closing The Digital Skills Gap, One Graduate at a Time

Our Mission

The SAP Digital Skills Center bridges the gap between academic education and career readiness by equipping emerging talent with world-class training and industry-recognised SAP certifications across more than 48 countries in EMEA region.

 

Why It Matters

Whether you're looking to launch your career, hire SAP-certified consultants, or offer SAP learning at your institution, we help expand digital capacity that empowers people, businesses, and economies.

 

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How The Digital Skills Center Creates Value

Access to SAP Certified Talent

Companies gain access to certified consultants trained on driving immediate value on SAP projects.

Learning Pathways

Participants follow tailored learning journeys to build in-demand SAP and business skills that lead to certification.

Career Enablement

We equip emerging professionals with job-readiness tools to successfully enter the SAP ecosystem.

Explore Our Programs For Customers, Partners, Young Professionals & Students

Whether you’re an SAP customer, a partner, a fresh graduate, or a university representative, our tailored programs help you build the skills that power business transformation across the SAP ecosystem.

For recent graduates who want to start be tech consultants

SAP Young Professionals program

The SAP Young Professionals program is a free, full-time training initiative for recent graduates who are unemployed or underemployed and eager to launch a career in Tech consulting. Over 2-3 months, participants gain hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA, Business Data Cloud, Analytics Cloud, and Generative AI, among others, all taught by SAP experts. Graduates earn SAP Associate certifications and develop real-world consulting skills.

What Is Included In The Program?

  • Free, full-time enablement on key SAP solutions

  • SAP Certifications, if successfully completed

  • Business and soft skills workshops

  • Networking opportunities with SAP’s ecosystem

  • Career readiness and job placement support

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Application Process

Step 1 →

Basic Requirements

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree

  • 0-3 years after graduation

  • GPA in the top 25% tier

  • Relevant major for the program

  • Currently unemployed or underemployed

  • Must be a local resident

Step 2 →

Online Cognitive Ability Assessment

  • Business fundamentals

  • Logical and verbal reasoning

  • Numerical ability

  • Consultant potential

Step 3 →

Screening Call

Preliminary interview assesses how each candidate’s competencies align with the SAP consultant profile, using data from their assessment results

Step 4

Final Interview

1:1 interview to evaluate candidates’ technical understanding, behavioral strengths, and attitude toward SAP consulting

Step 5

Enrollment

Once participants are selected, they will begin a high-intensity, structured learning path to earn free certification in a specific SAP solution. The course is expected to take 2-3 months in total. Full commitment required*

Graduates Making Impact
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Sesan OgundiranSAP ERP Senior Consultant at Wyze Consulting
The YPP provided a foundation to not only understand SAP systems but also skillsets to make a meaningful impact with clients from Day 1 of any engagement, whilst WYZE gave me the opportunity to grow fast and take ownership of real-world challenges.
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Abdalelah AlharbiSAP Business Data Cloud Director at SAP
Being part of the YPP empowered me to turn challenges into opportunities and accelerate my growth. The program gave me the skills, mentorship, and vision to succeed while inspiring me to guide others. I believe initiatives like this are vital in shaping the next generation of digital leaders.

A Growing Impact Across EMEA

+5.000

SAP Young Professionals Enabled since 2013

+5.100

SAP Dual Study Participants since 2013

+48

Countries Impacted since 2013

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the SAP Young Professionals program?

Applications are online, and roles are posted regularly for different countries, so keep an eye on the portal

Later, applicants are selected through a multi-step process including assessments and interviews.

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What are the eligibility criteria for the program?

To qualify, you must hold a bachelor’s degree, have graduated within the last 3 years, be currently unemployed or underemployed, and live in a country where the program is active.

Do I need to have SAP experience or a technical degree to join?

No prior SAP experience is required. The program welcomes candidates with relevant academic backgrounds and strong motivation to start a career in tech consulting.

Is the SAP Young Professionals program training really free?

Yes! Graduates selected receive world-class training fully sponsored by SAP as part of its Digital Skills Center initiatives.

How can I hire SAP-certified consultants from your talent pool?

You can request a list of available consultants trained through SAP’s Digital Skills Center. Candidates can be filtered by region, SAP solution area, or language, depending on your project needs.

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What SAP skills do your consultants have?

Our consultants are certified in key SAP solutions such as SAP S/4HANA, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), and Generative AI, among many others. They also receive training in business process integration, project readiness, and soft skills to ensure they can contribute effectively to project deliveries from day one.

Can I request consultants with specific skills or regional availability?

Yes. We can provide tailored lists of candidates based on your required SAP module (e.g. FICO, SuccessFactors), industry relevance, geographic region, or language capabilities.

Is there a cost to access the SAP talent pool?

There is no fee to access or request talent. You engage directly with the selected candidate under your own employment terms. SAP does not act as a staffing agency.

How can I train junior employees through SAP programs?

SAP offers a specialized partner enablement track through the SAP Digital Skills Center, allowing you to upskill early-career talent with guided training and certification support.

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Is there funding support for SAP partner training programs?

Yes. SAP partners may be eligible for SAP development funds to cover training and certification costs. Eligibility depends on region, partner tier, and track. SAP will confirm funding eligibility upon nomination.

How do I nominate my employees for the SAP Partner Talent Program?

Partners can nominate employees by submitting a shortlist to the SAP Digital Skills Center. This includes basic details (name, CV, manager contact) and is followed by an SAP eligibility review and confirmation.

What certifications do employees earn after completing the program?

Participants earn SAP Associate-level certifications based on the training track you need. These are globally recognized credentials valid across the SAP ecosystem.

How can our institution offer SAP training to students?

You can partner with SAP through the Dual Study program or University Alliances. SAP provides curriculum resources, bootcamps, and certification pathways that can be embedded into your academic offerings.

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Is there a cost for universities or students to participate?

SAP does not charge universities to participate in the SAP Dual Study program. Students may receive two certification attempts at no cost after registering for the SAP Learning Hub Student Edition.

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