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Telerik Academy Upskill

Women in Leadership:
Break barriers.
Reach your full potential

Overview

Challenge. Overcome. Grow. 

This program is about leadership that is lived, not learned - real stories, real people, real challenges, great potential.

Learn on the edge what it takes to be a successful female leader in Bulgaria and abroad from the most prominent Bulgarian women. Experience best practices, in-time learning and more.

After completing the program, you will be able to:

  • Assert yourself: Learn strategies to be heard without being seen as pushy.
  • Command respect: Reshape relationships to gain recognition for your contributions.
  • Overcome biases: Neutralize gender-related biases and leverage your strengths.
  • Showcase abilities: Build confidence to display your skills without overextending.
  • Adapt to challenges: Develop critical thinking to navigate complex situations.
  • Explore leadership paradoxes: Manage polarities for high performance.
  • Deepen impact: Enhance your leadership through self-awareness and relationships with others.
Early Admission Date

Apply by Oct 14 for the chance to secure your spot ahead of the crowd!

Program duration

4 months. You can combine the program with your job  

Lectures

Tuesday (4:30-7 pm). 
Once per week. Start: November 26, 2024; End: March 11, 2025

Commitment

4 hrs/week for the sessions & mandatory group work plus additional time for self-prep and assignments. You’ll have 3 weeks of vacation

Format

Lectures will be held online. Onsite networking events (optional)

Language

Conducted in Bulgarian, but all learning materials are in English

Got any questions?

Ask our experts about the program. Submit your question!

During the program

Challenge yourself to be your very best. Here’s how the program benefits you. 
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  • Cultivate a positive, strengths-based approach to leadership. 
  • Tackle current career challenges and create a clear action plan for advancing to senior leadership roles with reflective learning. 
  • Take MyWorldView (400 USD outside the program) and be debriefed for free. This leadership maturity assessment tool is used by the White House and major corporations like Walmart. 
  • Engage in informal conversations with established leaders and learn first-hand about their stories of many triumphs and many more setbacks.
  • Participate in Leadership Labs with group coaching to reinforce learning. 
  • Build a strong, supportive peer network.  
Advantages

Unparalleled

learning experience

1The most holistic Women in Leadership program The program fosters honest conversations about being a successful female in Bulgaria and abroad. Through three critical lenses - self, others, and systems - we create a safe space to explore new ways of leading
2Unique learning experience Gain deep leadership insights with a strong emphasis on community-building and group support through professional coaching and experiential individual and group exercises.
3Learning from the best Meet some of Bulgaria's best female leaders and brightest minds, who will share real-life experience and become your mentors. Guiding you every step of the way.
4Strong professional network Gain access to a network of ambitious women and build relationships with like-minded peers.
5Investment in yourself You already have the skillset. What will set you apart and help you advance is to learn how to navigate challenges and act with confidence.
Your team

Your trainers are
inspiring leaders

Learn from the best. You'll be trained by powerful leaders and glass-ceiling breakers, sharing their authentic challenges and experience.

Lead
trainer

Bela Stankova
Bela Stankova
Executive coach, Managing Director
Genevva Coaching
Contributed to the success of:
Telerik, Genevva Coaching 
Bela, an executive coach with over 1300 coaching hours, serves leaders from 25+ nationalities at companies like Uber and Amazon. Formerly the Learning & Development Director at Telerik, she designed their first internal leadership program. Bela holds a Master's in Sociology, a BA in Political Science with a specialization in Rhetoric, and post-graduate diplomas in HR and Executive Management.
She has received training from institutions such as Hult Business School and Harvard, focusing on leadership paradoxes and executive presence. 

Guest
lecturers

Gergana Passy
Gergana Passy
Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria 
Contributed to the success of:
Bulgaria's accession to the EU, PanEuropa BG, Digital National Alliance
Gergana Passy played a key role in Bulgaria's EU accession talks and became the first European Minister of Bulgaria (2007-2009). She served as Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs (2004-2007) and was an elected MP (2001-2004, 2005). As President of PanEuropa Bulgaria and Digital Champion of Bulgaria (since 2012), she founded the Digital National Alliance. She advocates for Europe's and Bulgaria's digital future, including increasing the involvement of girls and women in ICT and transforming education.
Milena Dragijska
Milena Dragijska
CEO, Lidl Bulgaria
Contributed to the success of: 
numerous organizations, led ESG initiatives and industry advancements
Milena has been managing Lidl Bulgaria since 2007 when the chain prepared to enter the Bulgarian market. She began her Lidl career in Germany in 2002 as a Regional Sales Manager. At the company's headquarters, she was responsible for various international projects. Currently she is also a member of the Association for Modern Trade’s board of directors and serves on the boards of the German-Bulgarian Chamber of Industry and Commerce, the America for Bulgaria Foundation, BESCO—the Bulgarian Startup Association, and the Bulgarian Business Leaders Forum.
Diana Stefanova
Diana Stefanova
Ex CEO of VMware Bulgaria

MP of BrightCap Ventures

Contributed to the success of:
BrightCap Ventures, VMware, Sciant
Before joining BrightCap, Diana spent 16 years at VMware, establishing its presence in Bulgaria and making it a key global R&D center. She held various leadership roles, overseeing R&D centers in EMEA and global site strategy. With over 25 years of experience, Diana excels in supporting startups, general management, corporate development, and finance, with a focus on high-tech in Silicon Valley and Europe. Diana advocates for improving Bulgaria's business climate, increasing women's presence in tech.  
Galina Chuleva
Galina Chuleva
CHRO, People and Culture, Yettel  
Contributed to the success of:
Telenor, Leo Burnett
In her role at Yettel Galina oversees teams dedicated to people and performance management, corporate culture, and organizational design to drive business success. She holds a master's degree in economics from the American University, Washington DC, USA, and is an alumna of the American University in Bulgaria.   
Eva Vucheva
Eva Vucheva
Co-Founder of Fashion Days,
Founder and GM of Contento.Tech
Contributed to the success of:
Contento.Tech, Fashion Days, Endeavor, Sanoma, Sciant
Eva is the founder and General Manager of Contento.Tech, a niche BPO company dedicated to empowering people through automation and decentralized work-models. A dynamic serial entrepreneur, she is among the co-founders of Fashion Days, is an active member of Endeavor Bulgaria, and serves as a board member and mentor to numerous scale-ups in the CEE region. 
Lilia Messechkova
Lilia Messechkova
SVP, Digital Experience 
Progress
Contributed to the success of:
Progress
Lilia has nearly 20 years of experience in digital business solutions. Leading a team of over 300, she drives strategic product development. Joining then Telerik, now Progress as a developer in 2011, she advanced through various leadership roles. She holds degrees in Informatics and e-business/e-government from Sofia University and is passionate about supporting tech talent, drawing inspiration from her team's energy.
Alexandra Mechkova
Alexandra Mechkova
CEO,
Telerik Academy
Contributed to the success of:
Telerik, Progress, Telerik Academy
Alexandra has 15+ years of experience in the technology sector. In the last 6 years, as CEO of Telerik Academy, she transformed the organization into a profitable and growing company with global aspirations, and numerous recognitions as a Leading Company and Employer. She has been recognized as a Female Leader by Forbes and as “CEO of the Year” by b2b Media Group.  
Velina Getova
Velina Getova
Founder,
NotYourTherapy
Contributed to the success of:
Thrive Partners, Enhancv
An executive psychologist, coach, and mental health advocate, Velina's company NotYourTherapy focuses on increasing mental health awareness and education in Eastern Europe, teaching lifelong workplace mental fitness skills. She delivers professional talks and group experiences at conferences like The Bridge, DEV.BG all in ONE, Women Tech Network, and non-profits supporting young people in Bulgaria. Actively engaged in the entrepreneurial community, she coaches founders to improve mental toughness and achieve high results with self-care.
Svetla Lesova
Svetla Lesova
Founder and CEO,
VIDAS Company
Contributed to the success of:
Gillette, Procter & Gamble and Mondelēz International (Kraft Foods) 
Svetla has over 20 years of experience in fast-moving consumer goods, with a strong track record in both entrepreneurship and corporate leadership. She spent 18 years in global roles, managing business for major FMCG companies like Gillette, Procter & Gamble, and Mondelēz International, with responsibilities across 90 countries in the EEMEA region. 
Miroljuba Benatova
Miroluba Benatova
Co-host and producer
"Dneven red" and "Televizia po radioto"
Contributed to the success of:
bTV, NOVA, 168 Chasa
Miroluba is one of the most outstanding Bulgarian journalists with 30 years of experience at 168 chasa weekly newspaper, bTV and Nova TV, now focusing on modern digital journalism. Awarded the Grand Prize of the Anti-Corruption Fund "Thin Red Line" (2022), Grand Prize "Chernorizets Hrabar" (2005), Grand Prize "Valya Krushkina" (2014), and the Grand Award "Sveti Vlas" (2016), declined for ethical reasons.
Dessie Stoyanova
Dessie Stoyanova
Founder and CEO
How to Speak
Contributed to the success of:
bTV
Dessie is a passionate public speaking trainer and coach. 15+ companies have trusted her to train their leaders in presentation and media skills. 500+ attendees have participated in her Media Speaking Fundamentals seminars. She believes that with the right motivation, coach and practice anyone can excel in public appearances. Master of Journalism, she has 20+ years of experience as political reporter, lifestyle editor and TV host. For the last 12 years she hosted bTV's morning show "Before Noon". In 2023 Forbes recognized her as one of the Top 70 Bulgarian celebrities.
Yana Tavanier
Yana Buhrer Tavanier
Co-founder and Executive Director, Fine Acts
Co-founder, TimeHeroes
Contributed to the success of:
Capital weekly, Tema, Bulgarian Helsinki Committee
Yana has a background as an award-winning investigative journalist. She holds a BA in communications and an MA in political science from Sofia University, with additional executive education from Harvard, Yale, Oxford, and NTU-Singapore. She is a TED Senior Fellow, Fulbright Scholar, WEF Young Global Leader, Allianz Foundation Fellow, and was featured in WIRED's Smart List 2012 as one of 50 people who will change the world.
Ekaterina Nedyalkova
Ekaterina Nedialkova
Site Leader and Executive Director,
Experian Bulgaria
Contributed to the success of:
AIG, BNP Paribas Personal Finance
Ekaterina has been the Site Leader and Executive Director of Experian Bulgaria since 2021. A certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, she has a 17-year career in continuous improvement. Ekaterina joined Experian in 2016 to develop its continuous improvement program and later became Global Head of Continuous Improvement for Experian’s centers in Bulgaria, Malaysia, Costa Rica, and Chile. She now oversees Experian Bulgaria and the Malaysia center, focusing on strengthening the company’s reputation as a top employer, talent hub, and trusted business partner.
Bilyana Savova
Bilyana Savova
Owner and Creative Director, Plan to Be Generator
Founder of Foundation, MS - Moga Sam
Contributed to the success of:
Attica Eva Media Group
Awarded "Woman of the Year Bulgaria" in 2016, "Awakener of 2018," and "Inspirer" in 2018, Bilyana was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis 16 years ago. She has since shared her journey of healing and personal transformation. She founded Plan to Be Generator and MS (I Can Do It Myself), offering prevention and natural treatment for those with MS and autoimmune diseases. She also created personal transformation programs like Plan to Be and I AM ME and hosts the podcast "I Am... with Bilyana Savova" on self-discovery.
Trayan Trayanov
Trayan Trayanov
CEO,
Teach for Bulgaria/ Заедно в час
Contributed to the success of:
Teach for Bulgaria, Arthur D. Little, Mitchell Madison Group
Trayan has 14 years of experience designing and delivering impactful social interventions. As CEO of Teach for Bulgaria, he leads a team of 40+ professionals and manages а portfolio of programs focused on building leadership capacity in the Bulgarian education system and catalyzing policy reform. Trayan is also a Trustee of the American College of Sofia and holds a B.A. with Honors from Harvard University and an MPhil from the University of Cambridge.
Ivailo Iliev
Ivailo Iliev
Partner,
Ninety Nine
Contributed to the success of:
Ninety Nine Assessment, Management Systems Consulting Corporation, Giunti Psychometric Bulgaria, International Debate Educational Association (IDEA) 
Ivailo is a seasoned consultant with over 20 years of experience in designing and leading soft skills and leadership development programs for fast-growing organizations. He has supported several of the most successful Bulgarian tech-entrepreneurial companies in their journey to sustainable growth and building organizational capacity. He holds a master’s degree in organizational and labor psychology, and several professional certificates and licenses from CIPD, Management Systems, Human Synergistics.
Tzvetanka Mintcheva
Tzvetanka Mintcheva
CEO and Chairperson of the MB
UniCredit Bulbank
Contributed to the success of:
UniCredit Bulbank
Tzvetanka joined UniCredit in 2001, holding various roles in Bulbank Bulgaria's Retail Division. She led the development of alternative distribution channels from 2007 and became Head of Retail and MB member in 2013. In 2017, she led the Global Banking Services Division, and from 2020 to 2021, served as Deputy CEO of UniCredit Bank Romania. Since 2021, she has been CEO and Chairperson of UniCredit Bulbank. She also holds leadership roles in the Council of Women in Business and the Association of Banks in Bulgaria, and was named Manager of the Year in 2023.

Mentors

Viktoria_Karoleva
Viktoria Karoleva
Founder,

F.A.M.E

Contributed to the success of:
EY, Karoll, Lazard
Viktoria specializes in finance, investments, and female entrepreneurship. She is a founder of F.A.M.E., a platform empowering women through capital, mentorship, networks, and resources. An angel investor, startup advisor, and community builder, Viktoria's experience spans EY Bulgaria, Karoll Financial Group, Lazard in Paris, and Schroders in Milan. She holds a Management with Entrepreneurship degree from the UK and is a CFA Charterholder.
Bistra_Koseva
Bistra Koceva
Procurator,

Karoll Capital Management

Contributed to the success of:
Karoll Capital Management
Bistra has been working in the capital markets sector for over 20 years. She serves as the Procurator of Karoll Capital Management, overseeing business development processes, as well as client relations and communications. Her team is responsible for personal finance training and partnerships with institutional, corporate, and private clients.
Rositsa_Boevska
Rositsa Boevska
Bulgaria Procurement Center Leader, IBM
Contributed to the success of:
IBM, New Horizons, Allianz Life
Rositsa began her career at the IT learning center New Horizons while still a student. In 2009, she joined IBM as an Operations Buyer for German-speaking countries and progressed into leadership roles across sourcing, supplier management, and procurement. She now leads the Sofia Procurement Center, managing 130+ professionals supporting 50+ countries in 33 languages.

Facilitator

Irina_Lilova
Irina Lilova
Talent Success Manager,

Telerik Academy

Contributed to the success of:
Telerik Academy, Enhancv
Irina has 8+ years of experience in the Bulgarian IT industry and background in both corporate and start-up companies. As a Talent Success Manager at Telerik Academy, she is responsible for growing and developing the team, and for the soft skills training and career services, part of the company’s programs for IT career start. 
Maria Georgieva
Maria Georgieva
SEO Manager, Payhawk
Contributed to the success of:
Progress, RAABE Bulgaria
Maria has over 8 years of experience in digital marketing, specializing in SEO for the last 6. Currently, she is SEO Manager at Payhawk - the first Bulgarian unicorn. She believes that the best website for search engines is the one optimized with users in mind.
Rumyana Kercheva
Rumyana Kercheva
Senior Consultant, Paid Growth, VertoDigital
Contributed to the success of:
Extreme Networks and SnapLogic
Rumi's focus is paid advertising and performance optimization for scale in B2B Technology scale-ups. Over the years she’s experimented with different lead generation strategies, and gained valuable knowledge. Her passion is LinkedIn and using its firmographic and psychographic data for research, targeting, and business insights.
Paulina Tsolova
Paulina Tsolova
Director Demand Generation, Progress
Contributed to the success of:
Telerik, Progress, Ogilvy Public Relations
Paulina has 10+ years of experience in different B2B marketing areas, including product positioning and messaging, content marketing, digital campaign management and running the Demand Generation team for a high-velocity business. Her biggest interest is finding weak spots in the marketing funnel and coming up with creative solutions to increase sales.

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Real impact today

134 years
are needed to close the global gender gap
51 cents
is what women earn for every dollar earned by men
108 years
are needed to achieve gender parity in political and economic empowerment at the current rate of progress
Break down barriers for women leaders, starting with your own story. 
Curriculum

Meticulously designed curriculum

Crafted to accelerate women leaders, our program celebrates stories of courage and resilience. It invites participants to engage in honest conversations about overcoming daily challenges, as we unite to address biases, cultivate authentic leadership, and build strong partnerships.      
  • 01Week 1
  • 02Weeks 2-5
  • 03Weeks 6-7
  • 04Weeks 8-13
  • 05Week 14
  • 06Weeks 15-16
  • 07Graduation

The Self in the context: personal leadership

Unlearning, reinventing and rewriting the playbook of women in leadership   

  • Understand the unique challenges women face in leadership.
  • Explore the PESTLE situation: political, economic, social, tech, legal, and environmental factors.
  • Address female underrepresentation in senior leadership roles. 
  • Examine societal gender biases and stereotypes hindering women's career progression. 
  • Discuss the paradox of declining female happiness, including the double shift, double bind, caregiver roles, and the "broken rung." 
  • Emphasize the importance of self-care 

The Self in the context: personal leadership

Leading from within - the human behind the leader 

  • Self-disruption: discover barriers hindering your progress. Challenge outdated perspectives to foster personal growth. The focus will be on: 
    • Metathinking: Understand your inner thought processes
    • Resilience and Self-regulation: Build mental strength to handle challenges and become a change agent. Identify triggers and manage emotions effectively
    • Authority: Shift from external validation to internal confidence. Stay grounded in your ability to receive feedback 
    • Time Management: Develop conscious leadership for sustainable success. Recognize opportune moments amidst urgency
  • Executive presence:  
    • Gain tips for confidence, clarity, and composure under pressure 
    • Learn how to read the room, command attention, and influence effectively without formal authority
 

Vacation

  • Two weeks free of classes to unwind. You'll be able to further strengthen your skills through team assignments.

Others: leading others

Relating to others: Team dynamics and conflict resolution

  • Master navigating team interactions and influencing dynamics
  • Handle conflicts and high-stakes situations confidently
  • Improve listening skills to understand deeper emotions and viewpoints
  • Integrate diverse perspectives effectively

Navigating politics and building communities 

  • Understand interdependencies and navigate organizational politics adeptly
  • Build strong, positive relationships
  • Inspire and motivate others to achieve their potential and drive organizational change

Vacation

  • One week free of classes to unwind. You'll be able to further strengthen your skills through team assignments.

Systems:
Understanding systems

Systems thinking

  • Quickly address core issues with sharp critical thinking, trend anticipation, and elevated sense-making.
  • Lead with awareness of the social impact and long-term effects of your decisions.

Mental complexity and polarity management 

  • Differentiate between problem-solving and managing polarities.
  • Enhance your ability to navigate conflicting views and make informed decisions in uncertain environments. 

Rapid adaptability and embodied leadership

  • Swiftly adapt and make midcourse corrections 
  • Identify and capitalize on opportunities

Graduation

Congratulations! You’ve successfully completed the Upskill Women in Leadership program.

You will receive a Telerik Academy certificate – widely recognized by employers in Bulgaria.

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Application

Is this for me? Yes, if you
  • are professional aspiring to develop your career by embracing a leadership role
  • have extensive managerial experience (2+ years)
  • have current leadership responsibilities and want to expand on your skills and overcome potential challenges
  • are company looking to upskill your employees.
    Get in touch
Do I need previous experience?

You should have at least 2 years of management experience, regardless of your industry. 

    How can I apply?
  1. Submit your online application
  2. Answer several motivational questions

Timeline

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  • aug
  • sept
  • oct
  • nov
  • mar
  • Jul 18 - Nov 17 | Submit application form and CV
  • Oct 14 | Apply for a chance to secure your spot early!
  • Jul 18 - Nov 10 | Submit
    answers to several motivation questions
  • Nov 26 - Mar 11 | Study at Telerik Academy Upskill
Important dates
  • Jul 18 - Nov 17 | Submit application form
  • Nov 26 - Mar 11 | Study at Telerik Academy Upskill

 *Dates, timeline and curriculum are subject to updates.

Tuition model

Joining Telerik Academy could be your single most important professional decision.

Pay in installments

BGN 180/month

for 24 months
with a bank partner

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Pay in full

BGN 4,000

full tuition upfront
 

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Terms tailored
to your needs

  • Tuition fee can be paid by either You or Your Employer upfront.
  • Opportunity to pay in installments with a loan from a bank, partner of Telerik Academy - Allianz.
  • Deferred payment over 12-24 months’ period.
  • Candidates working in the NGO sector can apply for a 90% discount off the tuition fee (two per cohort).
  • Drop-out with no consequences up to 2 weeks of the program start.

*Illustrative installment payment method. Different terms may apply based on borrowers’ credit score and creditworthiness as well as the bank’s current offering.

Inspiring passion for learning.
Changing lives and businesses.

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Junior Full-Stack Developer
The Coca-Cola Company
(Class of 2020)

Telerik Academy is a great starting point for anyone who wants to jumpstart a career in the IT industry. It provided me with the underlying knowledge and practical experience needed to join the sector.

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Software Engineer
Gfk

As a developer with no previous experience in JavaScript, I didn’t feel underqualified or at a disadvantage at any point. We were given hands-on tasks corresponding to our level of expertise and divided into teams where everybody helped each other. To top it off, we often had guest-lecturers providing relevant work-related examples and advice. Something you won’t be able to find elsewhere.

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Front-End Developer
AIOPSGROUP

The program included applicable and easy-to-digest insights and assignments that helped me re-evaluate some fundamentals in my work. Plus, I worked on an exciting and very close-to-the-real-world project. Thus, gaining confidence to start using React right away! I’d totally recommend the program to anyone who is looking to upgrade their skill set.

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Marketing Manager
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UX/UI Designer
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Business Analyst
BDO Global IT

In 3 months, I acquired new knowledge and skills, while working alongside a great group of professionals. Even if you are an experienced Product Manager you can still learn a lot from the lecturers, who are successful experts and entrepreneurs leading their companies and PM teams.

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Product Manager
PubGalaxy

The program was very comprehensive and conducted in a way that helped me understand the material, even though I had little direct prior experience. It nurtured me to achieve and learn a lot more than I would expect from any course, and most importantly it boosted my career jumpstart as a Product Manager.

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Product Manager
Experian

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Marketing Professional & UX/UI Enthusiast

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UX Designer

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Head of
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Senior Manager, Product Management and Product Marketing
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Head of Product
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Co-Founder
OfficeRnD

A well-thought program helping developers master React with all its specifics and complexity. It provides the most essential knowledge and shows the right way to get started in any React project, while keeping learners engaged and motivated. For companies, it will save time to bring new hires up to speed and help upskill existing team members.

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Diana Zaykova
Manager Marketing & Online Sales
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The program equipped me with the right tools and knowledge to establish well-structured and efficient marketing operations within my organization. I had the opportunity to meet and collaborate with amazing professionals. The discussions with the lecturers and within the teams were invaluable. Working on real-world cases allowed us to immediately put theory to practice.

    FAQ

    What will I learn at Telerik Academy Upskill Women in Leadership program?

    Four months of training packed with real-world examples from successful women leaders. By the end of the program, you will learn strategies and tactics to cultivate a positive, strengths-based approach to leadership, tackle current career challenges and create a clear action plan for advancing to senior leadership roles with reflective learning.

    Who can apply and how?

    This training is for you if you have extensive managerial experience (2+ years), and you are aspiring to develop your career by embracing a leadership role.

    You also need to be 18 years of age or older.

    The admission process includes the following steps: CV and application form submission (mandatory), Referral (optional), Interview (upon request).

    Do you offer discounts for the NGO (Not-for-profit) sector?

    Yes, if you are a candidate working in the NGO sector, you can apply for a 90% discount off the tuition fee (two per cohort).

    You must submit your Upskill Women in Leadership application and follow the requirements for candidate selection. If you are invited to join the program, your employer will be required to sign a contract with Telerik Academy and cover 10% of the regular tuition fee for the program.

    Please note that the candidate selection process evaluates the candidate’s profile, not the NGO’s.

    Can I choose between online and onsite training?

    The program will be held online. Please note that attendance is key to our students’ successful graduation. Participants must attend all classes. Up to 3 days of absence are allowed, plus the program has 2 vacations (3 weeks in total). 

    What is the candidate selection process for the program?

    We use a holistic review process when evaluating applicants for admission.

    The final selection of candidates is based on a variety of factors: application documents, personal motivation for applying, etc. Some candidates might also be invited to attend an interview to additionally discuss motivation and aspirations.

    What is the length/cadence of the program? Can I balance it with work?
    To get the most out of the program, you’ll need to immerse yourself in it for 4 months. To recharge your batteries, you’ll have 3 weeks of vacation. With classes once a week, this most holistic program makes it possible to also balance work or other responsibilities.
    What does “two-week trial period” mean?
    If you drop out of the program within the trial period, which is the first 2 weeks of the program, you won't pay any tuition.
    Does Telerik Academy help alumni find new jobs after successful graduation?
    As this is an Upskill program, it isn’t geared towards connecting learners and businesses. But the skills and experience you gain will help you excel in your career, just like it helped our alumni reach their career goals.

    Have other questions?

    Check out our FAQ or visit the Forum

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