SAP Young Professionals Program 2025/2026 for Young African Graduates

Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 SAP Young Professionals Program, a prestigious free initiative delivered by the Digital Skills Center of SAP. This two-month program is designed to equip recent graduates with globally recognized SAP certifications and essential soft skills to launch a successful career as an SAP Associate Consultant.

Upon completion, SAP works closely with graduates to connect them with a range of employment opportunities across its network of customers and partners.

About SAP

Founded in 1972 by a team of five visionaries, SAP has grown into a global leader in enterprise application software. The company remains committed to driving innovation, promoting equality, and creating opportunities that transcend borders and cultures. SAP’s technologies empower businesses to run at their best and shape the digital future.

About the SAP Young Professionals Program

The SAP Young Professionals Program is a free, intensive 2-month training initiative focused on developing world-class consultants. Participants receive:

SAP Associate-level certification
Soft skills training in communication, teamwork, and business operations
Exposure to real-world SAP projects and systems
Career support and introductions to job opportunities within the SAP ecosystem

The training combines technical instruction and professional development to prepare graduates for consulting roles within SAP partner organizations.

The Role of an SAP Consultant

SAP Consultants play a critical role in helping businesses leverage SAP technologies to improve operations and efficiency. The role can be Functional (business process design and implementation) or Technical (system configuration and development).

Consultants support clients through:

Blueprinting, design, and implementation of SAP S/4HANA projects
Business process optimization and support
Ensuring seamless integration across sales, finance, procurement, HR, and supply chain functions
Maintaining customer satisfaction and developing long-term relationships through continuous improvement initiatives

Certificate Information

The training focuses on SAP’s End-to-End (E2E) Business Processes, which integrate critical business functions — including sales, finance, supply chain, procurement, and HR — into a unified, intelligent system. Graduates gain a deep understanding of these processes, enabling them to deliver business transformation solutions in diverse industries.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the SAP Young Professionals Program 2025/2026, applicants must:

Have the legal right to work in Mozambique or Nigeria.
Be currently unemployed or working part-time in a role unrelated to their career aspirations.
Hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management Information Systems, Engineering, Data Science, or Artificial Intelligence.
Have graduated within the last 3 years, preferably in the top quartile of their class (proof may be requested).
Demonstrate a strong interest in pursuing a career in SAP consulting and willingness to travel.
Be fluent in English (both written and spoken).
Be available full-time (Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM) for the entire duration of the program.
Have reliable internet connectivity, as training will be conducted online in a virtual live classroom.
Submit an English-language resume when applying.

Program Benefits

Participants in the SAP Young Professionals Program will:

Gain SAP Associate-level certification recognized globally.
Learn directly from SAP experts and industry leaders.
Participate in virtual classroom sessions and hands-on workshops.
Develop essential professional and communication skills.
Receive career guidance and introductions to job opportunities within the SAP partner ecosystem.

Note: Participation in the program does not guarantee employment upon completion.