What is Nestlé Academy?
PROGRAM SUMMARY
The Nestlé Academy is an immersive one-month program designed to provide fresh graduates with valuable work-life exposure. This program aims to equip participants with essential skills, practical knowledge, and hands-on experience that will prepare them for successful careers in the critical business areas.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
- Skill Development: Enhance participants' understanding of key concepts in Finance through interactive workshops, case studies, and real-world scenarios.
- Practical Experience: Offer participants the opportunity to engage in live projects, shadow experienced professionals, and gain insights into the day-to-day operations of Nestlé's Finance teams.
- Networking Opportunities: Facilitate connections with leaders, mentors, and fellow participants to foster professional relationships and collaboration.
- Career Readiness: Prepare graduates for the workforce by providing them with the tools and resources needed to excel in their future careers.
PROGRAM FEATURES & DETAILS
- Orientation Session: Introduction to Nestlé, its values, and the program structure, including an overview of the Finance functions.
- Workshops and Training Sessions: Interactive sessions led by experienced professionals covering functional and soft skills training.
- Hands-On Experience: Engage in real-life projects that enhance your skills and knowledge in a practical context.
- Final Presentation: Participants will present their project outcomes and insights to a panel of Nestlé executives, showcasing their learning and contributions.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
- Strong English Skills: We are looking for candidates who can communicate effectively in English, enabling them to understand financial documents and collaborate with the finance team.
- Eagerness to Learn: Ideal candidates should have a genuine enthusiasm for learning and growing their skills, which is essential for adapting to the dynamic finance environment and keeping up with industry trends.
- Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills: We seek individuals who can communicate clearly and build positive relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders, as collaboration is key in our work.
- Ability to Present Effectively: Candidates should be comfortable presenting financial analyses and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring their ideas are conveyed clearly and engagingly.
- Proficiency in Excel: Familiarity with Excel is important for tasks such as financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting, allowing candidates to work with and interpret data effectively.
- Attention to Detail: A strong focus on detail is necessary to ensure accuracy in financial reporting and analysis, helping to minimize errors that could affect decision-making.
- Problem-Solving Skills: We are looking for candidates who can identify financial challenges and think critically to develop effective solutions, which is vital for navigating complex financial situations.
- Logical Thinking / Connecting the Dots: Candidates should demonstrate logical reasoning skills to analyze financial data, recognize patterns, and make informed decisions that align with business goals.
- Data Interpretation: The ability to interpret financial data and metrics is important for drawing insights that can enhance business performance.
- Proactive and Committed to Follow-Through: We value fresh graduates who show initiative and are dedicated to completing tasks, as this is crucial for achieving goals and contributing positively to the team environment.