SBP023 How to run a Graduate Program Focused on Data Analytics

This is an Interview with Brad Forrest who runs very successful Graduate programs focused on data analytics: The demand for business-driven analytics is growing exponentially and organisations need a mechanism to develop people to grow and run solutions in an affordable and sustainable way.   Tips Select Graduates according to a Profile that suits the type of work Train the Graduates using rapid techniques Don’t train everything you could. Focus on what’s important Repetition is important Time the graduates to ensure they reach the required benchmarks before releasing them Coach them on the job Give them real projects to work on with real milestones Bring them back to the classroom each month and plug the problems they identify It takes 12 to 18 months to really get up to speed Build sustainability and longevity for your organisation using Graduates