What is SAP training? How different is it? What relevant course should I take?

The SAP Solutions Academy is the most comprehensive and cost effective training offered for all SAP R/3 and mySAP.com products. Regardless of whether you have an exposure to SAP or not, the Academy offers courses that help to develop and enhance your skills. The Academy delivers a hands-on classroom environment followed by an intensive case study to discuss implementation requirements of R/3 Systems. The Academy ends with a certification where your acquired skills of SAP are tested and evaluated by SAP, which is a benchmark to enter the SAP industry.

What are the prerequisites to pursue an SAP module?

To take any Functional module, you need to have a minimum of 2-3 years of industrial experience in the relevant business function. To take the technical module of SAP you need to be strong in programming concepts. Generally recommended to people with minimum 1-2 years of technical experience.
A candidate should also possess professional qualifications like BE/ B.Tech / MBA/CA or equivalent credentials.

How does SAP training help? Who can pursue this?

SAP Training develops skills and experience in the practical management and application of technology. It is for everyone -from everyday users to senior management.

How good is the infrastructure, in comparison to other training centers?

We provide a comfortable and professional learning environment. Each campus has dedicated training rooms fully equipped with the latest computer hardware and software and high-quality audiovisual equipment. Controlled class sizes ensure each student has ample access to training facilities as well as individual attention.

What is mySAP.com?

The structure of our training program can be divided into three levels:
mySAP.com delivers a comprehensive e-business platform designed to help companies collaborate and succeed regardless of their industry or network environment. mySAP.com solutions are open and flexible, supporting databases, applications, operating systems, and hardware platforms from most major vendors. They also uphold the highest quality standards and deliver unparalleled levels of performance. And they’re appropriate for virtually any organization, from global enterprise to small and midsize business.

mySAP.com solutions include:

Do you offer customer-specific training?

We offer over 250 training courses that can get your project team up and running quickly and cost effectively. They provide a comprehensive standard curriculum, and their education experts can even work with you to build training plans and courses -custom-made to fit your specific education requirements.
Our training programs are designed that cover all application, functional, and technical areas related to SAP solutions. We can also modify existing courses to suit your specific project. Plus, we can host the training at any of our training facilities, or, if you have the required infrastructure, we can deliver the training at your site.

Who are the SAP Education partners? I would like to attend courses in India -what courses are available, where and when?

Atos is a leading SAP Education partner in India with training locations in Bangalore, Mumbai, Gurgaon, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune & Kolkata. For details, please refer to Training Locations

Several companies / training institutes offer SAP training with guaranteed placements. Are these trainings genuine and are the certificates valid?

Apart from the education partners mentioned above; no other institutions are authorized to conduct SAP Training. We would strongly advise people not to go to such institutes. Training provided by them is not recognized by SAP and its partners/customers.

Does SAP provide placements after successful completion of training?

SAP does not guarantee placements but SAP and its education partners inform candidates about the opportunities available in companies who have a requirement for SAP certified consultants.

Who are the faculty members?

The courses are handled by SAP Consultants who have a rich functional experience and are highly skilled in SAP implementations. They are from SAP or from its Partner Companies like Atos India, Satyam, HCL, IBM, Bristlecone, Deloitte etc.

What is the mode of payment?

The payment can be made by Demand drafts / Local Cheques / Wire Transfer / Online Payment.

If I have undertaken SAP training in another institute (other than the SAP Authorized partners) can I pursue only the certification examination?

SAP does not recognize trainings undertaken at any institute other than the ones mentioned above. Certification is not available to such candidates.

What are the course schedules?

Please visit the website

How can I enroll for the course?

A copy of the SAP enrollment form can be collected at the center of your choice. The same needs to be submitted along with relevant certificates of educational qualifications, experience and resume.

What are the course timings?

Mon-Fri 0900-1830 hrs
Last/Test day 0900-1200/1400-1700 hrs
For On-line Training Timings, please contact the centre.

Is there any practice sessions held after regular classes?

The center will remain open on the weekdays from: 0800 -0930 hrs & 1830 – 2100 hrs for practice sessions. The facility shall remain closed to students on Saturdays and Sundays.

What is the course fee?

Please contact the counselor at our centre. Additional service taxes are applicable.

Will accommodation be provided?

Students have to make their own accommodation arrangements.

Does the course fee include food?

Tea/coffee is available at the training center. Students have to make their own arrangements for lunch.

Will transportation be taken care of?

Participants need to arrange their own means of transport.

How do I purchase SAP software?

SAP software in India is sold by SAP India through value added resellers like Atos India, Wipro and HCL among others.

Does SAP offer part-time courses?

Courses offered by us are on full-time basis. We do not offer any part-time or weekend academies. However on-line trainings are available for candidates with rich experience which can be taken upon flexible hours.

Is the course theoretical or hands-on?

SAP Training is a combination of theory and practice on the systems. Candidates are connected to SAP servers for completing their exercises.

Why do I need SAP R/3 application consultant certification?

SAP offers consultants the opportunity to obtain recognition of their SAP System knowledge by taking a Certification Test. The certificate provides customers with assurance that the consultant has passed the SAP Project know-how, which is required to successfully implement SAP for customers. Certified SAP consultants are integrated in a tightly knit information network with SAP, yielding greater quality and more up-to-date knowledge to benefit customers

What is the format of the examination?

The certification exam for core modules consists of 80 questions, which lasts for 3 hours. The no. of questions/duration may vary for advanced area. The questions are objective in nature. These examinations are release-specific and reflect the actual tasks of an SAP consultant. The exams are standardized worldwide and carried out under the supervision of SAP.

What level of knowledge is tested?

The exam tests the knowledge required by a junior consultant to work as a productive member of project team under the supervision of an experienced SAP consultant. The certificate shows that the consultant has sound knowledge of the SAP system in the area in which he/she has been tested.

How will I know if I have passed?

The result will be displayed in your screen after completion of the test. The candidates need to score 70% to clear the certification.

Can I re-appear for the exam?

You will be able to register and re-appear for the exam one month after your first attempt
A maximum of three attempts is permitted. If a student has failed all three examination attempts then the candidate has to re-register for a full academy for certification.

About Atos

Atos is an international information technology services company with annual revenues of EUR 11 billion and 93,500 employees in 72 countries. Serving a global client base, it delivers hi-tech transactional services, consulting and technology services, systems integration and managed services. Atos is focused on business technology that powers progress and helps organizations to create their firm of the future. It is the Worldwide Information Technology Partner for the Olympic Games and is quoted on the Paris Eurolist Market. Atos operates under the brands Atos, Atos Consulting & Technology Services, Atos Worldline and Atos Worldgrid.
For further information, please visit www.atos.net.

About SAP

As the world’s leading provider of business software, SAP delivers products and services that help accelerate business innovation for our customers. Today, more than 2,90,000 customers in more than 190 countries run SAP applications – from distinct solutions addressing the needs of small businesses and midsize companies to suite offerings for global organizations.

Atos India Pvt. Ltd.-SAP Partnership in Education

Our SAP Education services with its end-to-end approach touch upon all level of your organization, from senior executives and IT professionals to end-users. We provide tailored training programs to your individual requirements, including classroom and consultant training, on-site training, or fully customized programs

Atos India Pvt. Ltd. is the first and leading Authorized Education Partner of SAP in India. It has trained and certified over 15,000 aspiring SAP consultants. It has the twin advantage of geographical proximity to customers with authorized centers at Chennai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune and Gurgaon with access to SAP Waldorf servers via broadband connectivity.

Authorized SAP Education

SAP solutions have a clearly defined life cycle of three phases: discovery and evaluation, implementation and continuous business improvement. Our SAP Education services mirror these three phases that accompany you at every step in choosing and implementing the right solutions. These services help you keep up to date with the latest technologies, and ensure your company derives maximum benefits.