Course Description

Do you have a background in computer science or IT? Too many career options, not sure which direction to go in? Or do you want a change in career? Or do you want to find jobs in global market?

Join our 2-month training and mentoring program and explore different career options in the industry, learn from industry experts both from Pakistan and abroad, and find opportunities to further your career. The program will introduce you to different areas of the computer science and IT industry, and the associated skill sets required and career pathways.

The outline of the programme sessions is as follows:

1. Introduction to the Cohort
   The first session will introduce the program and the participants. Participants will introduce themselves, their background and what their goals are for the course.
   
   
2. Hard Skills: Programming Languages
   As a computer science or software developer, you will need to have knowledge of different programming languages. This session will give an overview of key programming languages you should know and how you can get start learning these or how you can improve your existing skills in these. 
   
   
3. Cloud & Cyber Security
   Cloud and cyber security is an increasingly growing and important field. This session will provide an overview of cloud and cyber security fundamentals and potential careers in this area.  
   
   
4. Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
   AI has huge demand in the job market. There is a need for AI in every field. The session will introduce AI and what career path you can take to develop your skills in the field. 
   
   
5. Digital Transformation Career
   Different career tracks, jobs and skills for career in this field.
   
   
6. Career in Salesforce Ecosystem
   Certifications and jobs in Salesforce ecosystem.
   
   
7. Career in Data Sciences
   Skills and Jobs in Data Science.
   
   
8. Soft Skills
   Communication, multitasking, organization and attention to details are all important soft skills needed particularly in the field of computer science and IT. Professionals in this field must work on these skills as well as technical skills. The session will highlight key soft skills and how to develop good habits to practice these.
   
   
9. Career Pathways in US & Canada
   Mentors and industry experts from the US and Canada will be invited to answer questions of the participants and introduce participants to different opportunities for computer science and IT professionals.
   
   
10. Career Pathways in Australia
    Mentors and industry experts from Australia will be invited to answer questions of the participants and introduce participants to different opportunities for computer science and IT professionals.
    
    
11. Career Pathways in UK
    Mentors and industry experts from the UK will be invited to answer questions of the participants and introduce participants to different opportunities for computer science and IT professionals.
    
    
12. UI/UX Development
    Learn the difference between UI and UX development and the role of developers in the product development process.
    
    
13. Interview and Selection Process in Big Tech
    Understand and practice necessary skills regarding recruitment process for jobs in Big Tech