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Secure Your Tech Future With a Job-Ready Portfolio

Don't let a lack of experience hold you back. Build real projects, master job search strategy, and land your first tech role in 16 weeks.

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Why landing your first job is harder than ever
  • "You're doing everything right. But it's still not enough."

    If you're feeling stuck, you're not alone.

  • "The rules of getting hired have changed — but nobody told you."

    The market moved. Your preparation didn't have to.

  • "Everyone told you to get the degree. Nobody told you what comes after."

    You followed the plan. The plan just didn't account for this market.

What's actually holding you back
  • Challenge #1 – The "Experience Paradox"

    "Entry-level" jobs now demand 2–5 years of experience, creating a catch-22 that locks out fresh graduates.

  • Challenge #2 – The Application Black Hole

    Over 75% of resumes are filtered out by automated ATS bots before a human ever sees them. Your degree means nothing if the algorithm rejects you.

  • Challenge #3 – Intense Competition

    You're not just competing with peers, but with thousands of experienced professionals from recent tech layoffs who are willing to take junior roles.

  • Challenge #4 – The Skills Gap

    Your academic knowledge is solid, but companies want practical skills with the latest tools that university didn't cover—React, SQL, Python, cloud platforms, AI tools.

The graduates who land jobs fast
aren't just lucky.

They have something most don't:
Proof, Connections & Insider Knowledge.

Why Our Graduates Get Hired Faster

Everything you need to go from graduation to your first tech role—practical training, real projects, and career support that actually works.

Portfolio Over Experience

Portfolio Over Experience

  • Data dashboards that analyse real business metrics
  • AI-powered tools that solve actual problems
  • Full-stack web applications with modern frameworks
  • GitHub profile that showcases your code quality
Beat Bots, Impress Humans

Beat Bots, Impress Humans

  • ATS-optimised resume that passes automated screening
  • LinkedIn profile that attracts recruiter messages
  • Cover letters that get read (not ignored)
  • Personal brand that stands out in a crowded market
Tap the Hidden Job Market

Tap the Hidden Job Market

  • Alumni referral network across DBS, Grab, Shopee, OCBC, GovTech
  • Direct introductions to hiring managers
  • Exclusive job openings from our hiring partners
  • Insider knowledge on company culture and interview processes
Insider Hiring Knowledge

Insider Hiring Knowledge

  • How recruiters actually screen candidates
  • What hiring managers look for in junior roles
  • Common interview questions and how to answer them
  • Salary negotiation tactics for fresh graduates

Your Journey From Degree to
First Paycheck.

A clear, step-by-step roadmap that makes the journey feel manageable and time-bound.

Build Your Proof
Weeks 1-8

Build Your Proof

Master job-ready skills, not just theory.

You'll learn the tools and technologies that companies actually use—React, Next.js, SQL, Python, Tableau, AI tools—and apply them immediately to build real projects.

Deliverables:

  • 3-5 impressive portfolio projects
  • Professional GitHub profile with clean code
  • Portfolio website showcasing your work
  • Technical skills that match job descriptions
Next phase
Position for Success
Weeks 9-12

Position for Success

Optimise your job search materials to beat the system.

You'll transform your resume, LinkedIn, and personal brand to pass ATS filters and attract recruiter attention. Learn the exact formatting, keywords, and structure that get interviews.

Deliverables:

  • ATS-optimised resume (75%+ match rate)
  • LinkedIn profile that attracts recruiters
  • Cover letter templates for different roles
  • Interview prep for common technical questions
Next phase
Connect & Convert
Weeks 13-16

Connect & Convert

Leverage insider networks to land interviews and offers.

You'll tap into our alumni referral network, get introductions to hiring partners, and interview with confidence. Learn how to negotiate your first salary and evaluate offers.

Deliverables:

  • Referrals to hiring companies
  • Interview invitations (not rejections)
  • Confidence in technical and behavioural interviews
  • Job offer with competitive salary

Popular Career Paths for Graduates

Choose the path that matches your interests and strengths. All paths include portfolio projects, job search strategy, and career support.

Data Analyst

Data Analyst

Entry salary per monthS$3,500 - S$5,000

Skills You'll Master:

  • SQL for data extraction and analysis
  • Python for data cleaning and automation
  • Tableau for interactive dashboards
  • Statistical analysis and business insights

Portfolio Projects:

  • Customer segmentation analysis
  • Sales performance dashboard
  • Marketing campaign effectiveness study
Software Developer

Software Developer

Entry salary per monthS$4,000 - S$6,000

Skills You'll Master:

  • Front-end: React, TypeScript, TailwindCSS
  • Back-end: Next.js, APIs, databases
  • Cloud deployment: Vercel, AWS
  • Version control: Git, GitHub

Portfolio Projects:

  • Task management application
  • E-commerce platform
  • Social media dashboard
Digital Marketer

Digital Marketer

Entry salary per monthS$3,000 - S$4,500

Skills You'll Master:

  • Google Analytics and Meta Ads
  • SEO and content marketing
  • AI tools for content creation
  • Campaign performance analysis

Portfolio Projects:

  • Multi-channel marketing campaign
  • SEO content strategy
  • Social media growth plan

How Beginners Become Job-Ready at Heicoders

Most of our learners start with zero tech experience, just like you.
Here's how they go from beginner to building impressive portfolios that get them hired.

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Sam Koh

"The curriculum was well structured and easy to follow, and I found it directly relevant to my field of work."

Sam found the DM100 Performance-Driven Digital Marketing With AI course well-organised and applicable to her work. She looks forward to more courses with Heicoders in the future.

DM100
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Loh Chih Wei

"Each module came with real-world examples and hands-on exercises that made it easy to apply the concepts immediately."

Loh Chih Wei praised DM100's practical content covering SEO, SEM, content creation, and analytics with up-to-date industry insights. She left noticeably more confident in measuring and optimising campaigns.

DM100
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Yuan Lin Chia

"Eugene is a great instructor who was very generous with his sharing on real-world examples — crucial for understanding how to integrate the different aspects of digital marketing."

Yuan Lin chose Heicoders for its focus on performance marketing. Instructor Eugene's real-world examples helped her connect the dots across SEO, SEM, and paid channels. Highly recommended, backed by strong feedback from friends who took other Heicoders courses.

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Your Next Employer Could Be Here

Changi Airport Group
Frasers Property
Lion Global
Marriott
Ministry of Manpower
NUHS
OCBC
Singapore Police Force
SMU
Standard Chartered
UOB
Unilever
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Heicoders Academy is proud to be recognised by our graduates for our ability to deliver comprehensive and practical content in a beginner-friendly manner.

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Our learners consistently rate us 5 stars for our expert instruction, practical curriculum, and supportive learning environment.

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Community Access

Upon course completion, students join our Heicoders Trader Telegram community to seek ongoing advice from instructors, teaching assistants, and fellow alumni

Instructors from Top Companies

Learn from Practitioners, Not Just Trainers

Our instructors come from Google, Stripe, GIC, DBS, OCBC, Grab, and other leading firms. They bring real-world experience from billion-dollar funds and top tech companies.

Google
Stripe
GIC
DBS
OCBC
OKX
Spotify
IBM
Gojek
Booking.com
Atome

FAQs for Fresh Graduates

Absolutely. Our courses are designed for fresh graduates with zero tech experience. We start from the very basics and build up progressively. Most of our learners start as complete beginners and graduate with job-ready portfolios.

Not Into Tech? Explore Other Paths

We've also designed paths for Career Switchers, Upskillers, and Traders.

For Career Switchers

For Career Switchers

Ready to leave your current industry and build a new career in tech? Explore our career switching programmes designed for working professionals.

Switch Your Career
For Upskillers

For Upskillers

Want to add tech skills to your current role without changing careers? Explore our upskilling courses for working professionals.

Upskill with Us
For Traders

For Traders

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Start Trading
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