The idea of a career in IT looks very attractive but… where do you even start? Many graduates may have no commercial experience or even a tech related degree. But don’t worry!
Launching tech careers is what we do and, in our 30+ years, we’ve defined and refined what it takes to choose and follow the path that’s right for you.
What you should know now for your next step into tech
In 4 virtual workshops over 4 days, FDM’s expert presenters will introduce a key foundation topic – from the mysteries of cloud computing to coming across like a professional.
You’ll begin to understand how easily you could pursue unlimited career journey possibilities and learn about the most exciting opportunities available right now.
#1: Get Your Head in the Cloud
Monday, 26th of September
4pm-5pm AEST, 7pm-8pm NZDT
2pm-3pm HKT, SGT, CST
Zoom
More and more companies are realising the importance of the cloud for business success and scalability. Carles will break down how and why it’s transforming the world of IT and the many high demand roles for those with cloud technology skills.
Carles Vallecillo
Technical Cloud Trainer
#2: Unveiling the Power of Data
Tuesday, 27th of September
2-3pm AEST, 5-6pm NZDT
12-1pm SGT, HKT, CST
Zoom
Business Intelligence (BI) is the gathering and analysing of data that allows an organisation to make better informed business decisions. In this workshop, Christophe will outline why BI is the career of the future and the virtually unlimited possibilities it offers.
Christophe Impeciati
Business Intelligence Senior Trainer
#3: Most Wanted: Why You Should Learn Python
Wednesday, 28th of September
4-5pm AEST, 7-8pm NZDT
2-3pm SGT, HKT, CST
Zoom
Python is the world’s most popular and fastest growing programming language – used everywhere from school projects to driving Netflix’s recommendation algorithm. Darren will share why FDM training includes Python – how easy it is to learn and how it can open the door to countless IT careers.
Darren Ng
Technical Product Owner
#4: Presenting Yourself like a Pro
Thursday, 29th of September
2-3pm AEST, 5-6pm NZDT
12-1pm SGT, HKT, CST
Zoom
Developing your presentation skills in the IT industry is vital. In this workshop Iffty and Carolina will share their cutting-edge presentation strategies to engage clients in a professional and virtual setting.
Iffty Ahmed
Academy Trainer
Carolina Portugal
Professional Skills Trainer
Who are FDM anyway?
FDM Group is the pioneer and market leader in the recruit, train and deploy industry specialising in the technology sector. For over 30 years, we’ve helped successfully launch the IT and business careers of thousands of graduates, many from non-STEM degree backgrounds, through our two distinct training pathways. Under FDM’s unique model, on completion of training we place you into a 2-year role with a blue-chip company. You’ll gain valuable commercial experience and a boost to your CV that will help give you an edge over the competition.
Committed to Your Success
We know that any graduate from any degree background have the potential for a successful career in tech. What really makes the FDM Graduate Programme stand apart is that you can rely on us as a partner in your personal and career growth from day one.
Find out what you should know now for your next step into tech …
FDM Tech Week
APAC Edition
26th – 29th September 2022
Carles Vallecillo
Technical Cloud Trainer
Since studying Computer Science almost twenty years ago Carles has had a career in the IT space, leading companies’ global IT departments and gaining vast technical knowledge. As a coach and mentor at FDM, Carles fulfils his true passion of inspiring the next generations of Cloud experts and seeing them succeed in their own journeys.
Christophe Impeciati
Business Intelligence Senior Trainer
With a long experience of the IT industry working in various roles such as programmer, database administrator and pre-sales consultant Christophe can offer a real-life approach to teaching the Business Intelligence class. After three years coaching consultants at FDM he can also provide very good insight on how to be successful starting your new career in providing data insight to FDM’s prestigious clients.
Darren Ng
Technical Product Owner
Darren has qualifications in computer science and, in over 5 years working with FDM, has helped hundreds of fresh graduates kick start their careers in tech.
Working with teams across APAC Darren helps identify client needs and consultants with the right potential to fill them. His passion often sees him working one-on-one with consultants to facilitate learning new skills.
Iffty Ahmed
Academy Trainer
Iffty is a Business Trainer at FDM and is certified in Training and Assessment. He has 10+ years in Learning & Development as well as extensive corporate experience including Credit Controller, Research Analyst and Finance roles for the Civil Service, UK. Iffty has worked with hundreds of trainees at FDM, helping them attain confidence when working in teams and communicating effectively with stakeholders.
Carolina Portugal
Professional Skills Trainer
Carolina is passionate about empowering graduates to improve their communication skills and online presence in virtual meetings. She utilises her 10 years’ business experience building successful relationships with global clients, managing multicultural teams, and global brand communications both in Australia and the UK, to support graduates mastering their professional skills.