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Free Program of Santander Open Academy with DIO Promises to Empower Brazilians in Excel 365, Microsoft Copilot and Power Query. There are 30 thousand scholarships for a quick track, 100% online, with practical challenges and live mentorships.
Santander and DIO launched a free bootcamp to train professionals in data analysis and automation with Excel and artificial intelligence.
The initiative offers 30 thousand scholarships and is aimed at those seeking practical qualification recognized by the market. Classes are held online, with a mix of synchronous and asynchronous content.
According to the official announcement of the program, applications are open from October 22 to December 3, 2025, with selection based on an objective test and diversity criteria. Enrollment for selected candidates begins on December 15, and the track continues until February 15, 2026.
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The content prioritizes Excel 365 applied to business, including advanced formulas, creation of interactive dashboards and ETL with Power Query, as well as guided activities with Microsoft Copilot. The proposal is to accelerate employability and upskilling in data.
Specialized media highlight the presence of live mentorships with educator Felipe Aguiar, known for his practical teaching in Excel. The goal is to connect theory and practice in short-term projects.
What Is the Program and Who Can Enroll
The bootcamp “Santander Excel with AI – 2nd semester” is part of the Santander Open Academy platform and offers thousands of spots for Brazilians over 16 years old, without the requirement of university affiliation. Activities are 100% online and open throughout the country.
The selection process has three phases: application and assessment, educational track, and awards. The selection combines knowledge test and diversity criteria, with minimum percentages for women, black or brown individuals, and people with disabilities.
To participate, the candidate needs to register in the Open Academy and take the test on the platform. Approved candidates receive instructions by email for access to the track on DIO starting December 15.
Workload, Track, and Contents
The announcement informs 22 total hours distributed across modules of tables, formulas, and dashboards, with guided tasks and use of Copilot and Power Query. The focus is to create automated spreadsheets, replicable analyses, and business dashboards.
Communications to the press mention 26 hours and “12 courses” with practical challenges. The difference may result from the version of the promotional material versus the final version of the announcement. For official purposes, the 22 hours listed in the document prevail.
Among the educational deliveries, the program annex includes the creation of a investment control and an income tax declaration organizer with AI support, in addition to ETL with Power Query and analysis with Copilot. These are activities applied to corporate daily life.
Mentorships, Challenges, and Awards at the End
The track combines recorded content, live sessions, and project challenges, in line with the traditional bootcamp format in DIO’s partnerships with major companies. The mentorship aims to accelerate the learning curve in a short time.
At the end, there is an individual ranking. According to the announcement, the top three receive a 1-year subscription to Microsoft 365 Copilot, and the ten participants with the best placements in the Free plan gain lifetime access to DIO Global.
Specialized outlets emphasize that the award aims to encourage performance and complete the track on time. It serves as an additional incentive for those who wish to prove hard skills and portfolio.
Enrollments, Deadlines, and How to Participate
Enrollment is open until 11:59 PM on December 3, 2025. The announcement of selected candidates occurs on December 6, with acceptance between December 6 and December 10. The track runs from 12/15/2025 to 02/15/2026. All dates follow Brasília time.
Access to the track is sent by email by DIO starting December 15. It is recommended to check the inbox and spam folders. The certificate will be available after the full completion of the journey within the deadline.
To apply, interested individuals must create an account in the Open Academy, search for the program “Santander Excel with AI – 2nd semester” and complete the initial test. The announcement details minimum technical requirements and academic conduct rules.
Why Excel + AI Is the Focus of This Training from Santander
The combination of Excel + AI accelerates data analysis, reduces repetitive tasks, and enhances the quality of reports. The track includes Copilot to suggest formulas and queries, as well as Power Query to prepare datasets with less friction.
According to the organization, the goal is to democratize digital skills and bring students closer to practical cases simulating real work demands, such as sales dashboards and automation routines.
With 30 thousand scholarships, the initiative broadens access to structured content and mentorship, a decisive element to accelerate career transition or progression in data and operations-related fields.
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