Microsoft helps 60,000-plus Bangladeshis gain digital skills amid Covid-19
Over 60,000 people in Bangladesh gained digital skills amid the pandemic with the support of Microsoft.
The company made the announcement in a media statement released on Thursday.
“From laid-off factory workers to retail associates and truck drivers, millions of people have turned to online learning courses from GitHub, LinkedIn, and Microsoft during the pandemic to help prepare for and secure the most in-demand roles, including customer service projects management and data analysis,” it said.
Microsoft’s announcement builds on the company’s efforts to help people by extending free LinkedIn Learning and Microsoft Learn courses and low-cost certifications, that align to 10 of the most in-demand jobs, throughout 2021.