To apply for the Talent Builder Program in the new Anaplan Academy training platform, please follow these steps:
- Complete The Anaplan Way course before registering for the Talent Builder Program.
- After completing the course, you can access the Talent Builder Registration Form to continue your application.
- Note that all applications are subject to approval. You will receive an email notification regarding the status of your application.
- Once your application is approved, you can enroll in the Level 1 Model Building Course by clicking the Enroll button.
- After completing Level 1, you will then be able to access the Level 2 Model Building Course.
*Applicants who haven't completed The Anaplan Way course will be placed on a 30-day hold before being eligible to reapply to the program.
*The Talent Builder program is exclusively for individuals outside the Anaplan ecosystem. Anaplan customers, partners, prospects, and employees are NOT eligible and should work with their Anaplan representative for platform access.
PLEASE NOTE that if you are an Anaplan Customer, Partner, Prospect or Employee, please work with your Anaplan representative team for platform access. The Talent Builder Team will NOT provide platform access.
Check if you are a good fit for the program
- Are you outside of the Anaplan Learning Ecosystem?
- Are you able to understand complex concepts on your own?
- Are you able to commit to a 90-day period to access and complete the learning courses?
- Do you possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills?
- Do you have basic project management skills?
- Do you enjoy working with data?
When can I expect to gain workspace access after applying to a program?
Applications submitted to either program will be processed in the order they have been received. The application process may take up to five business days. Following submission, you will be notified by our team once your designated workspace becomes available. Be aware that workspace access is NOT immediate.
How many hours per week can I expect to spend on training?
This depends largely on your experience and how quickly you learn, but typically we see learners spending 5-8 hours per week on Level 1, 7-10 hours per week on Level 2, and about 11 hours total for The Anaplan Way.
Please apply when you are ready to complete the certification coursework. Any user who has taken advantage of either Talent Builder program may not be eligible for a second trial.
Enhance your career prospects and get connected for job opportunities by leveraging practical experience you will gain once you get certified.
For more questions, reach out to us at talentbuilder@anaplan.com.
We are excited to have you in our Anaplan Learning Ecosystem!
Eligibility, Registration, and Enrollment
Who is eligible to join the Talent Builder Program?
The Talent Builder Program is open to unaffiliated learners (currently outside of the Anaplan Ecosystem - not employed by Anaplan customers, partners, or prospects) and have completed The Anaplan Way course. Additionally, unaffiliated learners who meet the Talent Builder Program Criteria, which are applicable work experience, education experience, and proficiency in a related software.
Who is NOT eligible to join the Talent Builder Program?
Ineligible enrollees will be individuals who are currently employed by Anaplan customers, partners, or prospects. As well as individuals who are Anaplan’s new hires, prospective employees, and current employees.
I am interested in developing Model Building Skills, however, currently I do not have a proficiency in a related software, what should I do?
At this time, it is best to learn and develop an Intermediate Proficiency Level of Microsoft Excel. Take advantage of a free access to Microsoft Excel training through Microsoft Learn
What are possible reasons for my application to be declined?
- You are employed by a prospective partner, customer, or associated organization. This program is specifically designed for unaffiliated learners. Please contact your internal Anaplan team for access to the platform.
- You have previously been enrolled in this program.
- Your account does not include a complete first and last name.
- You have not provided a valid LinkedIn profile.
- You have applied to this program using multiple email addresses.
- You have not completed "The Anaplan Way" lessons.
- You are trying to re-enroll for access to the Level 3 Model Building Course. Please note that Level 3 is not available through the Talent Builder Program. Learners need time to apply the knowledge gained in Levels 1 and 2 to real-world scenarios before advancing to Level 3.
- You have enrolled when workspace allocation is near or has reached its limit.
Workspace Access
Do I gain access to an Anaplan Workspace?
Once your application will be approved, you will be provided access to an Anaplan Workspace to complete the Level 1 and Level 2 Model Building courses towards your certification. You will be notified once your designated Anaplan Workspace will be available. Be aware that the workspace access is NOT immediate.
Is the Anaplan Workspace free?
Yes, the Anaplan Workspace access is free.
Until when can I access the free Anaplan Workspace?
You will be granted a 90-day free access to the Anaplan Workspace. Take note of your 90th day since as of this time, no notification will be automatically sent to you once your access will be removed. On the 90th day, all models you have built will be deleted.
Can I request for an extension to access the free Anaplan Workspace after 90 days?
No. Workspace access extension requests will not be granted. Make sure to maximize the 90-day access. Please apply when you are ready to complete the model building courses and the certification coursework. Make sure to create a learning plan and adhere to it to maximize your Anaplan Workspace access.
Can I request my models to be transferred to a different Anaplan Workspace?
No. Model transfer requests will not be granted.
What happens if I will not be able to take the course and access the Anaplan Workspace consistently?
Course inactive users will be removed from the program. If you are not completing the coursework, you will be removed from the program before your 90 days has ended.
Can I add other people to the Anaplan Workspace assigned to me?
No. DO NOT add additional users to your workspace. If this happens, we will be forced to deactivate your Anaplan account from further usage immediately.
Can I use the free Anaplan Workspace for my personal use and not for Level 1 and Level 2 Model Building courses?
No. The Anaplan Workspace access must be used for Level 1 and Level 2 model building activities and certification coursework only. If this happens, we will be forced to deactivate your Anaplan account from further usage immediately.
Can I still request access to the models I have created after 90 days?
After 90 days of workspace access, each workspace is cleared and recycled for a new learner waiting to enter the program. Any models created within the temporary workspace will not be saved.
Course Content
How long will it take to complete Level 1 and Level 2 Model Building courses?
It will depend on every learner, but an estimated duration of 5 to 8 hours per week for Level 1, and 7 to 10 hours per week for Level 2. The Anaplan Way estimated total duration is about 11 hours.
Do I need to take the lessons in a specific order?
Yes. The lessons build upon concepts and activities from earlier lessons, completing them out of order will result in gaps in learning making it hard to complete the activities.
Level 3 Model Building Course
Can Certified Model Builders continue with Level 3 Model Building course through the Talent Builder Program?
No. Level 3 is not currently available through the Talent Builder Program, as learners need time to apply the knowledge gained in Levels 1 and 2 to real-world scenarios before advancing to Level 3. Independent Certified Model Builders interested in becoming Solution Architects are encouraged to join an Anaplan partner or customer organization to gain this hands-on experience before moving forward with the Solution Architect certification.
Job opportunities are frequently posted in the Anaplan Community LinkedIn Group which also offers valuable networking opportunities with other model builders.
Certificates and Recertification
Can I request for a copy of my Anaplan Model Builder Certificate?
To download a copy of your Anaplan Model Builder Certificate in the new platform, follow these steps:
- Click the user menu hamburger button in the upper left corner.
- Select "My Learning Record."
- Click on "Learning Plans." The certificates will be available directly in the Learning Plan after you have completed the course.
- Click the certificate icon to download your course certificate.
For an overview of how to access "My Learning Record," you can watch the instructional video.
How can I go through the recertification process?
We are working on the enhancements to the certification program and while we work on these enhancements, all existing certifications for Certified Model Builders will remain valid until the new certification program is officially announced in Spring 2025.
Potential Mentors
Can a Certified Master Anaplanners offer to mentor Model Builders?
Yes. Please register here if you are a Certified Master Anaplanner open to mentor Model Builders.
Troubleshooting and Support
I am having issues logging in to the new platform who should I contact?
Contact academy@anaplan.com for any issues logging in to the Anaplan Academy training platform.
I cannot log in to my workspace, what should I do?
Contact support@anplan.com for any issues logging into your anaplan.com account.
Policy Violation
Will I be removed from the program if I added different people in the workspace?
Yes. Participants are prohibited from adding additional users to their workspaces.
Will I be removed from the program if I remove the Anaplan Administrator from the workspace?
Yes. Participants are strictly prohibited from altering the permissions of other users, including the removal of other users especially the Anaplan Administrator.
Will I be removed from the program if I use the workspace for personal use or for Level 3 Workspace access?
Yes. Workspaces must be used exclusively for training materials aimed at achieving Certified Model Builder status (completing Level 1 and Level 2 Model Building Courses excluding Level 3 Course).
