Santander and Google announced an unprecedented partnership to offer a free Artificial Intelligence (AI) course focused on productivity. Titled âSantander | Google: Artificial Intelligence and Productivityâ, the training is available in Spanish, English and Portuguese, allowing participants to take advantage of the potential of this technology both in the workplace and in personal life. Registration can be made until December 31 of this year through the Santander Open Academy platform.
Designed with an accessible language, the course facilitates the understanding of AI concepts and their growing influence in the world of work. It offers essential tools to increase productivity, acquire basic knowledge and develop skills to automate tasks, generate ideas and solve problems more efficiently.
The course is divided into two modules. The first covers the basic principles of artificial intelligence and how it is transforming various sectors, as well as a track to learn how to use Google's Gemini tool, the new generation of AI models from the company, to optimize productivity at work. The second module teaches participants to automate tasks and develop precise commands to get the best results from AI.
âThis partnership is a unique opportunity for all professionals to become familiar with AI and acquire skills to leverage their careers. Brazil is the country that most uses this resource in Latin America, which shows the importance of all professionals in the market to update themselves with the best practices of this technologyâ, says Marcio Giannico, senior head of Governments, Institutions and Universities of Santander in Brazil.
Upon completion of the course, participants will undergo an assessment of the content presented and, if they achieve a minimum grade, will receive a certificate of completion. This document can be used as proof for additional hours.
âThere is no doubt that AI is revolutionizing our daily lives, especially in work environments, with a direct impact on the creation of new opportunities and professional profiles. The scholarship is an important tool to improve professional skills, increasing competitiveness in the labor market and adapting to current and future demandsâ, says Rafael Hernandez, vice-director of Santander Universities.
âWe are delighted to partner with Santander to offer this free and affordable training to anyone, anywhere in the worldâ, says Covadonga Soto, Marketing Director at Google Spain and Portugal. âThis collaboration reflects our shared commitment to democratize AI education and empower people with the skills they need to thrive in the digital age.We believe that by making AI knowledge and tools available to everyone, we can unlock new opportunities for personal and professional growth,â concludes.

