SV Academy
Average Rating4.8
225 Reviews
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SV Academy is an intensive tech sales training provider that offers a 4-week full-time and 8-week part-time online high-growth sales training program. The full-time schedule has a 40-hour-per-week time commitment for the first 4 weeks of training while the part-time schedule requires about 20 hours per week for the first 8 weeks. SV Academy combines hands-on, intensive training with a strong network, career transition support, and career coaching to help job seekers launch meaningful high-growth business careers. During the training phase, learners will attend live classes, complete weekly assignments, improve their interview readiness, and participate in a live employer project. SV Academy focuses on training job seekers in high-growth sales, an approach pioneered by tech companies and now in demand across all industries. This approach is less about schmoozing than traditional sales, and more focused on data, agile processes, user empathy, and strategic problem-solving.
To be eligible for admission, an applicant must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident. The application process involves completing an online application, submitting and passing a written assessment, and a final interview with an admissions director. No prerequisite skills, business experience, or a perfect GPA is needed for enrollment. SV Academy is looking for committed job seekers with strong written and verbal communication abilities who are coachable and eager to start building their business careers and transform their lives.
After successfully completing the 4-week full-time or 8-week part-time training, a dedicated Career Transition Manager will help program participants navigate the job search process. SV Academy will also match and facilitate warm introductions between job seekers and prospective employers with open roles. After getting hired, SV Academy graduates will receive professional career coaching for the first 6 months, helping them to maneuver the rough spots of beginning a new career and put them on a path toward a promotion.
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- Eliza TutellierBusiness Development Manager • Student • Fellowship • OnlineVerified by LinkedInSep 10, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Your Path to an SDR Career in Tech
SV Academy is on a noble mission to increase diversity in tech and enable people from non-traditional backgrounds to enter, and excel, in the fastest growing industry on earth. The program is extremely well thought out and executed with enormous professionalism. The instructors, managers, and mentors are all wonderful people, with great energy, authenticity, and expert know-how. Let me tell you though: IT IS TOUGH! Not for the faint of heart or the uncommitted. If you are determined and ...SV Academy is on a noble mission to increase diversity in tech and enable people from non-traditional backgrounds to enter, and excel, in the fastest growing industry on earth. The program is extremely well thought out and executed with enormous professionalism. The instructors, managers, and mentors are all wonderful people, with great energy, authenticity, and expert know-how. Let me tell you though: IT IS TOUGH! Not for the faint of heart or the uncommitted. If you are determined and just need an opportunity to prove yourself, this program is for you! If you are unsure and just want to "see how it goes," you will not make it past the first day. If you give it your all, it will change your life—I highly recommend it! - Kelly PalmerStudent • Fellowship • OnlineVerified by LinkedInAug 30, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
SV Academy Intern
I really enjoyed the experience because it pushed me outside of my comfort zone. The program is structured in a way where different learning types can benefit from the program from reading, listening, and hands on Mentorship. The program
requires you to be dedicated but if you are you will definitely reap the rewards! - Benjamin Dornbushn/a • Student • Fellowship • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJul 28, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
The Ultimate Sales Training
Incredibly refreshing group of driven, joyful and determined individuals allowed for an exciting journey into WHAT a tech sales job is like, WHY are you going to do it, and HOW do you keep yourself in the game! Every team member is dedicated to the excellence of the students from the top down - CEO's Rahim Fazal and Joel Scott make themselves available as empathetic, kind and powerful leaders and it radiates out to every single one of the SV Academy Faculty; Norman, Kristian, Kehau, Loi,...Incredibly refreshing group of driven, joyful and determined individuals allowed for an exciting journey into WHAT a tech sales job is like, WHY are you going to do it, and HOW do you keep yourself in the game! Every team member is dedicated to the excellence of the students from the top down - CEO's Rahim Fazal and Joel Scott make themselves available as empathetic, kind and powerful leaders and it radiates out to every single one of the SV Academy Faculty; Norman, Kristian, Kehau, Loi, Sasha, Megan, Gabby, Cesar, Amitai, and Kate are just to name a few! I wouldn't recommend any other program to better connect, prepare and launch you into a career in tech!
Excellent preparation in tech tools SalesLoft, InsideView, LinkedIn, Salesforce and others. Wonderful articles, additional reading and videos, mentorship, coaching, career counseling, job placement... the Pro list goes on and on and on. Any con that arose during the course I reached out and the team IMMEDITATELY solved the road-block! I couldn't be happier with my experience! - Prince AnyanwuSales Development Representative • Graduate • Fellowship • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJul 08, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
The Harvard program for tech sales!
SV Academy helped me switch careers from finance (insurance/banking) to tech sales (SaaS). The program is top-notch. SVA prepares you with a rigorous training program, high-quality instructors, and all the resources and tools you need to break into the tech industry. The community and mentorship also set you up for success.
Pros:
-Great instructors
-Exposure to tech tools you will need in your career
-Mentors -Partnerships with hundreds of companies for job placementSV Academy helped me switch careers from finance (insurance/banking) to tech sales (SaaS). The program is top-notch. SVA prepares you with a rigorous training program, high-quality instructors, and all the resources and tools you need to break into the tech industry. The community and mentorship also set you up for success.
Pros:
-Great instructors
-Exposure to tech tools you will need in your career
-Mentors -Partnerships with hundreds of companies for job placement
-Community -Professional coaching after you land a job
-Masterclasses
-Building up your professional brand
Cons:
I don't have anything negative to say. The program could be challenging for some people, but if you have the drive, the payoff is worth it when you land a job. - Andrew BehbahaniOnlineVerified by LinkedInJul 04, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
A short, but comprehensive bootcamp
Pros:- Their internship program that works with their company partners is very valuable.
- Their curriculum is very in-depth and useful throughout all the workshops and assignments.
- There is a very supportive community behind SV, fellows, alumni and faculty are always there to offer help!
Cons:- Part-time program can be hard to balance with a full-time job.
Pros:- Their internship program that works with their company partners is very valuable.
- Their curriculum is very in-depth and useful throughout all the workshops and assignments.
- There is a very supportive community behind SV, fellows, alumni and faculty are always there to offer help!
Cons:- Part-time program can be hard to balance with a full-time job.
Advice to Management:- Partner with more tech companies!
- JohnzelSDR • Fellowship • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJun 23, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
2 Years After Graduating from SVA
Since graduating from SVA 2 years ago, I've been lucky enough to have worked with Faris Khalifeh and Corinne Allen as my career coaches. I highly recommend both for whether you're starting your SDR career or you're finely seasoned. I've overcome challenges I otherwise wouldn't have with them. I learned transferrable skillsets which I have applied outside of work and I'm in a happier and better position in all aspects of life now than I was before I started this journey. Take the leap; I'...Since graduating from SVA 2 years ago, I've been lucky enough to have worked with Faris Khalifeh and Corinne Allen as my career coaches. I highly recommend both for whether you're starting your SDR career or you're finely seasoned. I've overcome challenges I otherwise wouldn't have with them. I learned transferrable skillsets which I have applied outside of work and I'm in a happier and better position in all aspects of life now than I was before I started this journey. Take the leap; I'm glad I did. Thank you SVA! - Xin HeAccount Executive • Graduate • Fellowship • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJun 22, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Good stuff
Practical learnings, good networking and really you get what you put in. They helped me get a job and so I have no regrets.
- Sean KellySDR • Graduate • Fellowship • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJun 18, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
SV Academy Fellow - Program Participant
Amazing experience. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking to start a career in the tech industry.
Pros: Internship, mentorship, classroom assignments, and interview/job search preparation. - Sebastian BernalDirector of Marketing • Graduate • Fellowship • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJun 14, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Business Development > Director of Marketing
Prior to SV Academy, I had been applying for sales roles every time something came up but unfortunately would be met with the same response from all of them: "I lacked experience". I was thinking to myself how can I ever get experience in tech if no one gives me a shot in an entry-level role?? Luckily, I came across SV Academy through an ad on LinkedIn and thought why not and applied. The next thing I know, I was in the program and thriving. Just as I graduated, COVID hit and job losses ...Prior to SV Academy, I had been applying for sales roles every time something came up but unfortunately would be met with the same response from all of them: "I lacked experience". I was thinking to myself how can I ever get experience in tech if no one gives me a shot in an entry-level role?? Luckily, I came across SV Academy through an ad on LinkedIn and thought why not and applied. The next thing I know, I was in the program and thriving. Just as I graduated, COVID hit and job losses were in the news and I began to have some doubts - SOMEHOW, in the heat of the pandemic, SVA connected me with a company and I was hired less than a week later. I credit SV with equipping me with the skills needed to excel in the interview and land the job and also in the job itself - A testament to what they do, I was promoted to a Director position within 8 months. SVA changed my life and it's been the best decision I've ever made. - Liza KozlovaSDR • Graduate • Fellowship • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJun 09, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Can't believe I hesitated about joining
After spending months searching for a job in the difficult pandemic market, I serendipitously came across a posting for the SVA Tech Sales Fellowship program. I was unsure until the last day whether to enroll or not because, quite frankly, I didn't have a lot of faith. I was doubtful if SV would actually lead me to get a job and I was afraid I would be stuck paying off the program's cost while unemployed. Not only did the month of SV help me grow my skills exponentially, it set me up wit...After spending months searching for a job in the difficult pandemic market, I serendipitously came across a posting for the SVA Tech Sales Fellowship program. I was unsure until the last day whether to enroll or not because, quite frankly, I didn't have a lot of faith. I was doubtful if SV would actually lead me to get a job and I was afraid I would be stuck paying off the program's cost while unemployed. Not only did the month of SV help me grow my skills exponentially, it set me up with so many connections (including a mentor from a Fortune 500 company) and I had recruiters knocking on my virtual door before I even finished the program. I had more interviews than I could handle, sometimes with four different companies in one day. Ultimately, I got not one, but THREE job offers that gave me the leverage to even negotiate my salary. I have been happily employed by my dream company for three months now and never looked back! SV is the best thing that happened to me this past year. - John OttGraduate • Fellowship • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJun 04, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Level Up and Get Hired Within a Month of Graduation
Unparalleled mentorship opportunities. Instructors do a great job preparing you for a career in SaaS sales, even for those going into the experience completely cold. Week-long live internship w/ industry-leading SaaS partner company. Hand-on sales tech-stack training. I was hired within a month of graduation. CEO is sincerely driven to deliver on democratizing access to training that facilitates career pivots into tech. No tuition repayment obligation until you are hired. Instructors pre...Unparalleled mentorship opportunities. Instructors do a great job preparing you for a career in SaaS sales, even for those going into the experience completely cold. Week-long live internship w/ industry-leading SaaS partner company. Hand-on sales tech-stack training. I was hired within a month of graduation. CEO is sincerely driven to deliver on democratizing access to training that facilitates career pivots into tech. No tuition repayment obligation until you are hired. Instructors prepare you well for job search, especially as it relates to personal branding materials and compensation negotiation. You are connected with a mentor during your first year on the job. - Nekayia ShantelVerified by LinkedInJun 02, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Sales Development Rep
Personally, SV Academy was a game-changer for me. Literally, LIFE CHANGING. I was a bit nervous at first. The price tag was a bit hefty for where I was in my life before entering the program. I looked at it as an investment! The way I saw it, I could continue working odd jobs that I dreaded, or I could take a risk and start a career in tech that would allow me to scale to nearly any tech role within a company! I chose the latter. My salary more than DOUBLED within two months. That's abso...Personally, SV Academy was a game-changer for me. Literally, LIFE CHANGING. I was a bit nervous at first. The price tag was a bit hefty for where I was in my life before entering the program. I looked at it as an investment! The way I saw it, I could continue working odd jobs that I dreaded, or I could take a risk and start a career in tech that would allow me to scale to nearly any tech role within a company! I chose the latter. My salary more than DOUBLED within two months. That's absolutely unheard of. I would recommend the program for sure. It opens doors. It isn't hard, but it is time-consuming.
SV Academy Alumni Outcomes
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Updated June 22, 2023
Akhil Cherukupally was on the path to be a doctor when he realized he had a change of heart. Risking losing his family’s respect and financial support, he set out to find a career he was proud of and passionate about. When Akhil discovered tech sales, he took the leap to learn a new trade with SV Academy. Five years after graduating from SV Academy, Akhil is heading up a sales team at Google!...
Jess Feldman
Updated March 16, 2020
From his time spent as a door-to-door salesman, Baba Gana always knew he wanted to be in sales, but just wasn’t sure how to make the leap from business and marketing to tech sales in Silicon Valley. His MIB advisor recommended the free tech sales bootcamp SV Academy and Baba’s career has continued to grow ever since. Undaunted by SV Academy’s 3% admittance rate and intensive 4-week tech sal...
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Updated December 03, 2019
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SV Academy Alumni Reviews Summary
Overall Experience
4.8
Instructors
4.9
Curriculum
4.7
Job Assistance
4.7
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How much does SV Academy cost?
SV Academy costs around $0.
What courses does SV Academy teach?
SV Academy offers courses like Fellowship.
Where does SV Academy have campuses?
SV Academy teaches students Online in a remote classroom.
Is SV Academy worth it?
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