Telangana: Microsoft’s Data Science skilling programme empowers rural youth in Shadnagar

The programme with a market value of Rs 3 lakh per student offered free of cost; aims to prepare young professionals for careers in tech and data analytics

Hyderabad: The Data Science skilling programme, supported by Microsoft, designed and implemented by United Way of Hyderabad (UWH), is helping youth in Shadnagar and neighbouring villages. The programme with a market value of Rs 3 lakh per student is offered free of cost. It aims to prepare young professionals for careers in tech and data analytics.

A total of 80 students were trained under this programme in two batches and of these, 57 students secured placements. The programme curriculum includes Advanced Excel, SQL, Python, Power BI, AI / Machine Learning. They were also trained on life skills such as stress management, resume preparation, mock interviews, office etiquette, etc.

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The graduation ceremony for the second cohort of students was held at the Shadnagar Municipality Office on Saturday.