Academic Specialization
Colleges and universities can integrate SAS® into their curriculums – and prepare students for analytics careers.
A successful program leads to successful students.
- Select the appropriate level of involvement.
- Evolve your program over time.
- Provide in-depth instruction on SAS technology.
- Access free teaching materials and industry connections.
- Enhance your program’s visibility.
- Help students land in-demand jobs.
As your SAS integration grows, so do your benefits.
Check out the benefits for each tier.
Talent Connection
Helping students and employers bridge the gap between college and career.
STUDENTS
You’ve put in the work. Now land the career you’ve always wanted. SAS can help improve your marketability – and connect you with potential employers.
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Last year, more than
219k
job postings listed SAS as a desired skill.
Source: Emsi, 2019
Tips for setting yourself apart
- Claim – and share – your digital badges.
- Continue learning with the SAS Academic Hub, which offers 15 free e-learning courses and free SAS software.
- Validate your skills by earning SAS certifications.
SAS Canada has many ways to connect students with industry. Attend a user group for free or join our Women in Analytics Network. Email the SAS Canada Academic Program to learn about different ways you can connect with industry.
EMPLOYERS
Finding fresh talent is tough. But with our university connections and strategic partnerships, SAS can help you hire early-career employees who have the right skills.
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Tips for finding top employees
- Email the SAS Academic Program, which works with universities to build talent pipelines. Check out the institutions partnering with SAS.
- Specify which SAS skills you’re looking for when you post job opportunities.
I’m not only pleased to use SAS as a software solution, but also to leverage their vast, global network of higher education institutions to help us identify and attract outstanding early-career talent. John Barnshaw, PhD Vice President, Research and Data Science Ad Astra
More Educator Resources
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Webinars
From how-to videos to technology deep dives, these webinars will give you more insights into analytics.
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Academic Software
Academics have access to free or low-cost SAS software to help develop their skills.
FREE
SAS E-Learning
Get up to speed and teach topics such as foundation tools, advanced analytics and JMP®.
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