Qlik Academic Program

Throughout 2025, the Qlik Academic Program has continued to empower students and educators worldwide by providing free access to our industry-leading data analytics tools. From Qlik Sense to advanced data visualization techniques, we’ve helped thousands of learners gain the skills they need to excel in a data-driven world. Our mission remains the same: to transform education by making analytics accessible, engaging, and practical.

This year, we’ve seen particularly exciting developments in Germany. We welcomed several new universities into the Qlik family, expanding our reach and helping even more students harness the power of data in their coursework. These new partnerships are just one example of how the program is making a difference, bringing data literacy to more classrooms and inspiring the next generation of data-savvy professionals.

For those who haven’t yet taken advantage of the Qlik Academic Program, now is the perfect time to start. The program offers a wealth of resources, qualifications, and free access to Qlik Sense—all designed to help you integrate powerful analytics into your teaching and learning. You can click here https://qlik.com/academicprogram to learn more about how to get started and join us on this exciting journey!

As we wrap up the year, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our educators, students, and partners who have made 2025 such a memorable and impactful year. We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished together and excited for the new possibilities that 2026 will bring.

Stay tuned for more stories, more learning, and more opportunities as we continue to grow the Qlik Academic Program.

Here’s to a great year behind us and an even brighter one ahead!

As the fall semester comes to a close, now is the perfect time to pause, enjoy family and friends, and fully embrace the holiday season. Take the time to relax, regroup, and recharge—you’ve earned it.

When you return refreshed for a new year and a new semester, Qlik has you covered. We’re here to support you with everything you need to bring data analytics to life in your classroom.

For Professors: We Make Next Semester Easy

We provide ready-to-use academic resources, including:

• Course content

• Training materials

• Syllabi

• Exams

• Hands-on learning tools

And the best part? You’re not doing it alone.

What I Can Offer You

I’m available to Zoom into your class to introduce Qlik, explain who we are, and walk through the opportunities available through our academic program.

Once your students are signed up, we offer a student workshop designed to build confidence with Qlik from day one. We cover the fundamentals so that when you begin your lessons, students already feel comfortable navigating and using the platform.

Let’s Get You on the Schedule

We’d love to partner with you next semester—and spots will fill up quickly.
Please reach out to me directly to reserve your session or ask any questions.
brittany.fournier@qlik.com

During the Break

Make sure to get signed up and spend a little time exploring the Qlik portal. It’s a great chance to see all the tools and resources we have to offer! Sign up here!

Enjoy the holidays, rest well, and we look forward to supporting you and your students in the new year!

Education in Brazil is changing fast, and data skills are becoming more important every day,especially with the rise of AI. That’s why the Qlik Academic Program is gaining so much attention across the country. More universities, teachers, and students are discovering how Qlik can help them learn and grow.

Teachers across Brazil are using Qlik to update their classes and give students a taste of what today’s job market looks like. Whether it’s a workshop, a guest lecture, professor training, a Qlik Sense demo, or a presentation about the Academic Program in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Paraná, Florianópolis, Paraíba, and beyond, the Academic Program offers simple, collaborative, and flexible ways to learn about data.

Brazil has a strong culture of creativity and learning, which aligns perfectly with Qlik’s mission. The Academic Program gives students and teachers free access to high-quality learning materials. Students can explore data, practice real-world skills, and even earn recognized certificates. Teachers also receive ready-to-use resources that make it easy to bring Qlik into their lessons.

As the Qlik Academic Program continues to grow in Brazil, these collaborations represent something bigger than expansion. Whether you're studying in Porto Alegre, teaching in Recife, or researching in Manaus, the goal is the same: to help everyone learn and succeed.

If you want to learn more about how Qlik can support your studies or teaching, visit Qlik Academic Program: Creating a Data-Literate World

Kristu Jayanti University in India prioritizes graduate employability by equipping students with data skills so that they are career ready. Founded in 1999, the university ranks among India’s top 50 (34th rank), offering programs in arts, sciences, management, and commerce to nearly 15,000 students, supported by 650 staff.

Various initiatives have been successfully initiated by Kristu Jayanti with Qlik such as the Centre of Excellence in Analytics, two Datathons and numerous students getting trained and completing the qualifications and certifications. 

In the UK, Qlik’s initiatives have been embraced by institutions looking to broaden their international reach and diversify their academic networks. Whether through joint research projects, virtual seminars, or hands-on workshops, Qlik has provided a flexible yet structured platform for meaningful collaboration.

Similarly, in Germany, the emphasis on academic excellence and innovative teaching methods has found a natural ally in Qlik Academic Program`s collaborative model. The program is being praised for its ability to blend diverse educational perspectives while maintaining a strong focus on quality.

Qlik Academic Program offers a range of recognized qualifications and a diverse set of learning resources that are completely free. From a robust data analytics curriculum to flexible learning pathways on the platform, Qlik equips both students and educators with top-tier tools and resources. Educator resources are also readily available, ensuring that teaching staff can seamlessly integrate Qlik’s offerings into their curriculum.

As we continue to grow, these partnerships and resources are more than just geographical expansions—they're proof that Qlik's approach is truly universal. Whether you're in London or Berlin, the spirit of collaboration and the pursuit of knowledge remain the same. With each new connection, Qlik is building a more interconnected and inspired academic community.

If you’d like to find out more about how Qlik can support your academic journey, visit our website at qlik.com/academicprogram

🚀 Explore the Future of Data Analytics with Qlik!

Penn State Great Valley is excited to welcome our partners from Qlik for an engaging and hands-on Technical Talk workshop is designed especially for our Engineering students. Come discover how the Qlik Cloud Analytics Platform and the Qlik Academic Program can help you build in-demand visualization and analytics skills, earn certifications, boost your career potential, and stand out to future employers.

Event Details:
📅 Date: October 30
🕓 Time: 4:30–6:00 p.m. ET
📍 Location: Main Building, Room 109 or Zoom
🍕 Bonus: Free pizza for in-person attendees!

Whether you're just starting out or already diving into data, this session will give you a clear path to becoming data-literate and analytically confident. You'll see a live demo, learn how to access free training and certification resources, and hear directly from Qlik experts.

• Resident students: We encourage you to attend in person for pizza and networking.
• Remote students: Join us via Zoom and be part of the conversation!
• 🎓 Extra credit for students who attend the full session!

👉 Register here: https://engage.tassl.com/event/11707 by October 27^th

Artificial intelligence is changing our world at lightning speed. Everywhere we look, new tools and technologies are being built to make things smarter and faster.

A recent New York Times article, What Wall Street Sees in the Data Center Boom, shows just how massive this transformation is. Trillions of dollars are being invested in data centers, the “brains” that power AI. But the article also reminds us that all this progress comes with a cost: higher energy and water use, pressure on local communities, and even the risk of a financial bubble if this growth is not sustainable.

Reading it made me stop and think: Are we investing as much in understanding data as we are in building it?

Here at Qlik, we believe technology alone doesn’t make the world better, people do. And people can only make good decisions with data if they know how to read it, question it, and use it responsibly.

That’s what the Qlik Academic Program is all about. We want every student and educator, no matter where they are or what they teach, to have the chance to learn how to use data to solve real problems.

Imagine if every student learning about AI today also asked:

• How can we make technology that helps the planet, not harms it?

• Are we designing systems that serve everyone or just a few?

• What does it mean to use data responsibly in a world driven by algorithms?

Those questions are where true innovation begins.

As the article points out, many companies are now rethinking how technology can drive progress that truly benefits everyone. That’s the same vision behind our Academic Program: to democratize knowledge, bridge the data gap, and empower people everywhere to use analytics for social good.

The AI revolution will be defined not only by algorithms and data centers, but by how wisely we use the data we already have.

Let’s make sure we are building not just the infrastructure for machines, but the understanding for humankind.

The Qlik Academic Program helps make this possible, giving educators, students, researchers, and universities everywhere free access to Qlik Sense, online training, and certifications to use data ethically and effectively.

💡 Join our global community for free: Qlik Academic Program: Creating a Data-Literate World

At the XJTL University in China, participants worked on a business scenario to prepare for a business case to develop and challenge their assumptions at different stages. Participants were divided into project teams and discussed assumptions in virtual rooms. Project teams collected, interpreted, analyzed various forms of internal and external data, and presented their results in the form of digital artifacts (visual dashboards of performance indicators) to a Judge Panel using Qlik Sense.

Qlik Sense was used as the primary authoring tool. Its application supported cognition and social interaction across different stages of the learning process. Thanks to the Qlik Academic Program offered by Qlik,  Qlik Sense was made available to all students at XJTLU, enabling wide access to these innovative learning practices. 

To read more about this project and its findings, please visit: https://www.learningmall.cn/en/ceie/project-based-learning-on-learning-mall-on-data-analytics-using-qlik-sense-(technological-authoring-tool-application).html 

Other source: https://www.learningmall.cn/

If you wish to leverage the Qlik Academic Program in your University/ Educational Institution, please visit: qlik.com/academicprogram 

One of the biggest advantages of online resources is flexibility. Students and educators can explore complex concepts like data visualization, predictive modeling, or AI at their own pace—whether that means diving deep into an entire course or spending just a few minutes learning a new technique. This adaptability makes it easier than ever to fit professional skill-building into busy schedules.

Beyond flexibility, online resources open doors to practical, hands-on learning. Interactive labs, guided exercises, and real-world datasets allow learners to move beyond theory and immediately apply what they’ve learned. This not only builds confidence but also strengthens career readiness by bridging the gap between classroom knowledge and industry needs.

Employers today are increasingly looking for candidates who can prove their skills. That’s why qualifications, micro-credentials, and badges earned through online platforms carry real weight in the job market. They provide tangible evidence of what students can do—something a traditional transcript doesn’t always capture.

The Qlik Academic Program brings these benefits together by offering free access to Qlik Sense analytics software, self-paced e-learning modules, interactive challenges, and industry-recognized qualifications. With these tools, students don’t just learn about analytics—they experience it. Professors, meanwhile, gain ready-to-use teaching materials and the option of guest lectures or workshops to enrich their courses.

Online resources are more than convenience; they are enablers of opportunity. For students, they mean future-ready skills. For educators, they mean enhanced teaching impact. For both, they mean being part of a global, data-literate community.

Explore the possibilities for yourself: www.qlik.com/academicprogram

The Qlik Academic Program provides educators, students, and researchers from accredited universities with free Qlik software and learning resources to educate and train the next generation of experts leading with data. Our Educator Ambassador Program aims to shine the spotlight on our most active educator members. Our ambassadors will champion our vision to make more students data literate and to prepare them for the data-driven workplace. 

Are you a current educator member who is: 

• Passionate about the Qlik Academic Program and all of the program resources  
• Dedicated to preparing students for the data-driven workplace 
• An active promotor of the Qlik Academic Program to academic peers as well as students​ 
• Willing to share your experience of the Qlik Academic Program at (virtual) events, in forums, on social media, and in the press 
• A contributor to blogs, forums, university publications, professional journals, papers, or other materials that promote the Qlik Academic Program​ 

If you answered YES to one or more of the above, then we encourage you to apply to the Educator Ambassador Program! Learn more and apply now!

 All current educator members are eligible to apply. If you have not already signed up for the Qlik Academic Program, you can do so at https://www.qlik.com/us/academicprogram  and then check out our current 2025 Educator Ambassadors. 

Application Deadline: The application deadline is November 14 , 2025, and the new class of ambassadors will be announced in early 2025. 

Ambassador Benefits: 

If you are selected as a Qlik Academic Program Educator Ambassador, you will receive a host of benefits including: 

• Insight: Exclusive webinars with Qlik leaders, customers, and partners covering the latest trends in analytics and other industry topics 
• Credibility: A digital badge to certify ambassador status and a featured online profile 
• Exposure: Outreach opportunities to showcase your experience with the Qlik Academic Program via Qlik marketing channels or speaking engagements 
• Perks: Discounts on Qlik events and other exclusive rewards 
• Community: Network and collaborate with other educators across various fields and geographies 
• Opportunity: Potential to advance your career, including meeting university requirements for scholarly contribution beyond the classroom 
  
  
  

Apply to become an Educator Ambassador today!

Singapore is an important center of business and economy in Asia and particularly, in the ASEAN region. Many educational institutions continue to flourish and provide world class education here. Some of the top Universities in the world are located in Singapore. In addition, the Polytechnics provide vocational and skill based education to students. 

The Qlik Academic Program has been engaged with many Universities and Polytechnics in Singapore in an effort to provide quality data analytics training, qualifications and certifications. 

With Republic Polytechnic, for the Diploma in Business Analytics students , a talk was organized led by our Technical Expert, Kam Wei Leong. The title of the talk was “Agentic AI: Real Value, Right Now” where he spoke about the evolution from descriptive analytics to GenAI and Agentic AI. Also, he shared the key building blocks of Agentic AI and Qlik's perspective on how such technology can actually be of value to users in their respective roles and to their organisation. Kam Wei also shared how to build end-to-end AI applications in Qlik Cloud.

Republic Polytechnic's Professor Ho Chee-wai is also an Educator Ambassador for the Qlik Academic Program's batch of 2025 and he is going to be on a panel discussion during Qlik's flagship event, AI Reality Tour on October 1st. 

With Institute of Technical Education ( ITE), Qlik is a partner for the "ITE Digitalisation & Sustainability Challenge 2025" in November. Along with the support for this event in the form of prizes, students and professors are also leveraging the benefits of the Qlik Academic Program. Recently, a workshop to explain the benefits of Qlik Sense and help them build dashboards and visualisations was organised. ITE is also hosting a session for their students in October, where Qlik Chief Marketing Officer, Chris Powell is planning to address them. 

National University of Singapore ( NUS) has been one of the stronger partners of the Qlik Academic Program. Students of the MBA in Business Analytics course have been gaining from the program every year. We have conducted various sessions for students to get familiar with Qlik Sense and how they could solve business problems using the software.  

We continue to grow in Singapore and expand the academic program offerings to students and professors. If you would like to know more about the academic program, please visit: qlik.com/academicprogram 

One of the biggest shifts in education over the past few years has been the rise of self-paced learning. With students juggling busy schedules, internships, part-time jobs, and extracurricular activities, the traditional classroom model doesn’t always provide the flexibility they need. That’s why universities and employers alike are placing more emphasis on programs and tools that let learners set their own pace.

Self-paced learning allows students to:

• Revisit difficult topics without feeling rushed.

• Move ahead quickly in areas they already understand.

• Balance academics with personal and professional responsibilities.

And it’s not just about convenience. Research shows that when students have control over their learning journey, they retain more knowledge and build stronger skills for the real world.

Where Qlik’s Academic Program Fits In

The Qlik Academic Program is designed with this same philosophy in mind. Every student and educator who joins the program gets free, self-paced access to:

• Online training modules on data analytics and visualization.

• Qualifications and certifications to showcase on a resume or LinkedIn profile.

• Interactive lesson plans and resources that can be used in or outside the classroom.

• Qlik software, so students can practice and apply their skills right away.

Whether you’re a professor designing flexible assignments or a student looking to upskill on your own schedule, Qlik’s Academic Program makes it possible to learn at your pace and still achieve professional-level results.

Why It Matters Now

With the demand for data literacy and analytics skills growing across every industry, students who take advantage of self-paced resources like Qlik’s Academic Program are positioning themselves ahead of the curve. Employers aren’t just looking for degrees—they want proof of hands-on, applicable skills. Earning Qlik qualifications through self-paced learning is one way to stand out.

Take the Next Step

Education isn’t just happening in the classroom anymore—it’s happening anytime, anywhere. If you’re ready to take control of your learning journey and gain the skills employers value most, the Qlik Academic Program is here to support you every step of the way.

👉 Sign up today and start learning at your own pace: https://www.qlik.com/us/company/academic-program

Stanford University researchers say yes.

At the Learning Analytics and Knowledge Conference (LAK ’25), they revealed that looking at just two to five hours of student activity in intelligent tutoring systems or educational games can predict, months in advance, how those students will perform on end-of-year standardized tests. Data from intelligent tutors helps predict K-12 academic outcomes, study finds | Stanford Report

Researchers analyzed only the early interaction logs and used machine learning to spot patterns. The surprise? These short-term models were just as accurate as those built from an entire year of data.

As Professor Emma Brunskill from Stanford explains:

“In education, we often are interested in delayed outcomes like end-of-the-year assessments, but it would be useful if we could predict those outcomes using shorter amounts of data from educational software platforms.”

This shows you don’t need massive datasets to uncover valuable insights, you need the skills to interpret them. Early predictions like this allow teachers to act sooner, whether that means offering extra help or providing greater challenges.

That’s where data literacy comes in. When you know how to explore and interpret data, you can spot patterns early, act with precision, and track results over time.

The Qlik Academic Program helps make that possible, offering free access to Qlik Sense analytics software, self-paced training, certifications, and resources to apply insights ethically and effectively.

Ready to explore your own data?

Join for free: www.qlik.com/academicprogram

ICT Academy is a non profit institution based in Chennai an initiative of the Government of India in collaboration with the state Governments and Industries. They work on various initiatives with their goal of skilling students and educators on new technologies and making them job ready. Besides their home state of Tamil Nadu, they have a presence in many States in India, including Maharashtra, Telangana, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh etc. 

In the last 13 years, ICT Academy has strived on every aspect to provide a holistic service to every stakeholder of the education ecosystem in developing the next generation of talent pool in India to make them industry ready employees, innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders.

Through its various initiatives, ICT Academy has been part of strengthening the India’s four important visions on Skill India, Digital India, Startup India and Make in India. ( reference: https://ictacademy.in/) 

With the Qlik Academic Program, the relationship with ICT Academy has been very active during their annual campaign, called Learnathon which opens the doors for students and faculties to get trained on various technologies in a time bound manner. During this campaign, over 1.5 lakh students potentially get trained on new technologies through the learning and academic platforms of vendors like Qlik. 

This year too, Learnathon has been planned in August and September and will see many students getting skilled and ready for the job market. We are hoping many students are onboarded with the skills required in data analytics with the Qlik Academic Program's latest offerings. They have an opportunity to get trained on Qlik Sense, one of the in-demand data analytics software and also get qualified and certified on the courses offered under this program. Over 3500 colleges and university students have already benefitted from this program. 

If you wish to know more about the Qlik Academic Program, visit: qlik.com/academicprogram 

As the EMEA Lead of Qlik Academic Program, I’m proud to see the impact this program is making across institutions. Educators gain access to Qlik Sense software, interactive learning platforms, ready-to-use course materials, and self-paced online training. The curriculum is suitable for a wide range of disciplines—from business and economics to healthcare, sports management, sustainability, and beyond.

Students enrolled in the program not only receive hands-on experience with one of the industry’s leading analytics platforms, but also earn valuable credentials. Upon completion of the training, they can take part in our Qlik Sense Business Analyst and Qlik Sense Data Architect qualification exams—both highly regarded in the job market. Additionally, students can showcase their expertise through digital badges, which can be added to LinkedIn profiles or CVs to enhance employability.

One of the unique aspects of Qlik is its real-world application across diverse sectors. In healthcare, it supports hospitals in identifying treatment gaps. In retail, it helps companies optimize supply chains. Even in sports, teams use Qlik to evaluate player performance and strategize for success. By integrating these industry use cases into the classroom, students gain not just technical skills, but context and confidence.

The Qlik Academic Program is completely free for accredited universities and academic staff. If you’re a university educator looking to enhance your curriculum or a university student eager to build in-demand skills, I encourage you to visit our website, sign up and start your journey! 

Let’s work together to build a more data-literate world—starting in the classroom.

For more info, visit our website: https://qlik.com/academicprogram

The fall semester is just around the corner—sooner than many of us would like! As you begin planning for another academic year, we know how much time and effort goes into designing course content, creating assignments, and building assessments.

What if some of that work was already done for you?

With the Qlik Academic Program, you’ll have access to ready-made curriculum materials, including lesson plans, assignments, quizzes, and even exams—all designed to help students build real-world data skills. You can use our resources as-is or tailor them to fit the unique needs of your class.

And you don’t have to go it alone. We’re here to help you integrate Qlik into your course, introduce your students to the platform, and get everyone up and running before the semester begins. Whether you want a quick onboarding session or a full student workshop, we’ll support you every step of the way.

By incorporating Qlik into your classroom, you’re not just preparing your syllabus—you’re helping students gain valuable skills that translate directly to the job market.

Let us help take one thing off your plate this fall. Reach out now to get started, and let’s make this semester a little less stressful—and a lot more impactful.

Please reach to me directly to get on the schedule! https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-fournier-27694176/

To sign up for our Academic Program, please go to: https://www.qlik.com/us/company/academic-program

Artificial intelligence is making headlines everywhere. It can write essays, summarize articles, and generate images in seconds. For students, educators, and researchers, this opens up exciting possibilities.

However, with these new tools comes a new challenge: how do we know if what AI gives us is actually true?

AI doesn’t understand facts, it just predicts what sounds right based on patterns. This means it can sometimes produce false or misleading information. Experts call this “AI hallucination.”

It’s not just about mistakes; bias is also a major issue. AI bias happens when the data used to train a model includes unfair patterns, like stereotypes or unbalanced information. AI can accidentally repeat and even strengthen these biases because it learns from what’s already out there. That’s why it’s so important to stop and ask: Where did this data come from? Who’s included and who’s missing?

Data literacy and critical thinking matter more than ever, because recognizing these issues takes more than just trusting the tech.

In fact, a recent article from MIT reminds us that while AI can support decisions, it shouldn’t replace human judgment. We still need people to ask questions, check sources, and notice when something seems off. AI can speed up the process, but it’s people who make sense of the output. (When AI Gets It Wrong: Addressing AI Hallucinations and Bias - MIT Sloan Teaching & Learning Technologies

The good news? You don’t have to figure it all out alone. The Qlik Academic Program is here to help you to build the skills that matter most today.

Through the program, you’ll get:

• Free access to Qlik’s powerful data analytics tools
• A full Data Literacy Course to help you think critically with data
• Certifications that make students stand out in the job market
• Practical resources for professors to bring real-world data skills into the classroom

Everything in the Qlik Academic Program is built to help you explore data, ask better questions, and grow your skills, whether you're teaching or learning.

So, whether you're a student getting ready for your future, a professor bringing data into your classroom, or a university driving innovation, this program is here for you.

Because while AI is powerful, real progress happens when people know how to think with data.

Learn more and join for free: Qlik Academic Program: Creating a Data-Literate World

The old saying, GIGO-garbage in, garbage out, stays relevant even today with the world of fast evolving technologies. In particular, the world of data-AI is no different. Your AI projects are majorly impacted by the quality of data and therefore data has to be "ready" for AI. What might be relevant for one particular AI project might not be relevant to another. Getting your AI project to deliver the right outcomes is  dependent on the processes brought to the table with the data in question. 

To learn more about how data can be ready for an AI project and what are the steps involved, read this article by Gartner: https://www.gartner.com/en/articles/ai-ready-data 

To learn data analytics including free training and certifications, visit qlik.com/academicprogram 

The Qlik Academic Program is being leveraged for getting trained in cutting edge data analytics technologies by more than 3300 universities and educational institutions worldwide. 

Today, predictive analytics is being used to anticipate patient needs before they arise. Hospitals can now analyze historical patient data to forecast admissions, optimize staffing, and even predict potential complications. This proactive approach not only improves care but also reduces costs and increases efficiency.

Another major area of impact is personalized medicine. By analyzing genetic, lifestyle, and environmental data, healthcare professionals can create tailored treatment plans for individuals—leading to more effective interventions and better recovery rates.

As digital health records, wearable devices, and real-time monitoring become more common, the role of data in healthcare will only grow. Future professionals with strong data literacy skills will be at the forefront of this transformation.

To read more about how analytics is revolutionizing healthcare, check out: The Top 12 Transformative Insights in Healthcare | Qlik eBook

To learn how the Qlik Academic Program equips students and educators with free analytics software, hands-on training, certifications, and more, visit: qlik.com/academicprogram