#WICxSkillsReadyChallenge - A New Challenge leveraging Microsoft Applied Skills

Women in Cloud (WIC) launches the #WICxSkillsReadyChallenge, leveraging Microsoft Applied Skills. This new challenge aims to prepare individuals of all genders to validate specific skills related to real-world technical scenarios through Microsoft Applied Skills, a verifiable credential that increase trust with hiring and existing managers in an AI-centric economy. With on-demand lab-based assessments and self-paced learning paths, learners can take Applied Skills at their convenience. The learners can experience the following benefits.

Earn Microsoft Applied Skills credentials in AI in just weeks.
Win exciting prizes every month
Exclusive invitations to get spotlights speak at events, network with recruiters, and WIC projects

We are calling all —women and allies—who are ready to elevate their professional status through innovation and teamwork. If you possess a deep interest in AI and are committed to excelling in this field, your team belongs here. The eligibility criteria:

Inclusive of All Genders. Priority for women across all the global markets.
Historically underrepresented populations: Including people of color especially women and other marginalized communities in the US.
Industry Associations and Communities who are interested in partnering and enhancing workforce diversity and closing the skills gap.

Application Form

First Name*

Last Name*

Pronouns

Email Address*

Mobile Number (enter mobile number including country code)*

City*

State/Territory/Province*

Country*†

Zip*

Referred by*

Referred By (Other, if applicable)

If you are or have previously been employed what is your most recent industry:*

Industry (Other, if applicable)

250 Word Personal Statement*

Submit a 250 word personal statement on how this scholarship can transform your career.

Gender*†

Specify Gender (Other, if applicable)

Age Group (Please Specify)*†

What kind of career are you looking for?*

What is your current employment status?*†

Has Your Job Been Displaced due to Covid19?*

What Specialization are you interested in?*

Are you interested in receiving certification vouchers after you complete your specialization?*

Would you be interested in participating in a case study?*

If yes you can choose to remain anonymous. A WIC team member will reach out after you complete a specialization/professional certification to complete a case study.

Are you of Hispanic or Latino origin?*†

Other not listed:†

What is the highest degree or level of education you have completed?*†

What is your annual household income?*†

†Demographic questions will be used for general analytical purposes only. Although your email address is sent along with your answers, your specific responses will not be linked to you in any way once the responses are analyzed. No third party will be given access to your responses. Only anonymous, numerical results from the demographic section will be visible.