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    "The clarity and detailed, practical tasks that I will expect in a work pace. Thank you for the wonderful internship opportunity."-- Student from United States International University Africa
    "I liked how the Cisco job simulation provided an insight on what skills to except when applying for a job position in this company. In which has reassured me that with the skills that I gained through this job simulation I feel more confident in applying for a job role and if I wouldn't have done this simulation I wouldn't have known what to except..."-- Student from California State University, Fresno
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    "All the information was there and the goal of the task was very clear! I like how you're able to unlock examples after turning in the work"-- Student from Oregon State University

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    Tasks in this program

    Task One: Sales Data Analysis
    1-2 hours
    Introductory
    Analyze sales data to find trends and communicate key findings.
    What you'll learn
    • How Cisco uses all types of data, such as sales data, to make decisions
    • How to make sense of business and operational data and communicate your findings to others
    What you'll do
    • Analyze a sales data set for one particular customer: Castor
    • Develop a PowerPoint presentation to communicate your findings
    Career Readiness
    Career Readiness

    Why complete this job simulation

    A risk-free way to build your career skills with us at cisco. Complete example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.
    Self-paced2-3 hoursNo gradesNo assessmentsIntroductory

    The Cisco Career Readiness program is designed to help you finetune your professional development skills, which will be useful for all aspects of your professional life. 

    During this program, you will develop a better understanding of how Cisco employees approach problems, organize and prioritize, and communicate clearly and professionally - and learn how to apply these critical skills to your very own projects. 

    “From purposeful work that makes a global impact and gives back to a company culture that empowers an inclusive future for all where employees can ‘be you, with us’ – Cisconians have a lot to be proud of!”

    Skills you will learn and practice:
    Data Analysis
    Data Visualization
    Communication
    Project Management
    Project Planning

    How it works

    Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at cisco. No live sessions, all self-paced.
    Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extra curricular activity.
    Use these new skills in your applications and throughout your career journey.
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    Get Career Ready

    Build your career skills. 2-3 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to cisco. Show us you are interested in what we do.

    Get Career Ready

    Build your career skills. 2-3 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to cisco. Show us you are interested in what we do.
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    Career Readiness

    Analyze sales data for a customer called Castor, and develop a project plan to investigate the causes of lagging sales growth

    Interview and Career Skill Free 650+ 5 Star Reviews