Dell Technologies Launches Comprehensive Talent Development Program to Cultivate Future Leaders in Japan Through AI and Advanced Technology

~ Including the 'Next Gen Leaders Program' in collaboration with local governments to teach design thinking, and starting April 2026, the 'IT Infrastructure Fundamentals Course' for beginners and the 'AI Course' for mid-level IT professionals ~ Dell Technologies Japan Inc. has announced the official launch of a comprehensive talent development program, integrating its previously separate educational support activities to support Japan's long-term goal of 'strengthening digital capabilities to strengthen national power.' Based on the concept of 'cultivating talent to pioneer Japan's future through technology,' this program is designed to support individuals at all stages, from IT beginners and students to next-generation leaders and CxOs driving social transformation. In addition to the existing 'Next Gen Leaders Program,' which collaborates with local governments to teach design thinking to future leaders, the company is adding an 'IT Infrastructure Fundamentals Course' for beginners and an 'AI Course' for mid-level engineers, both starting in April 2026. Furthermore, the company is participating in the 'Mirai Keitai Project,' a presentation event for developing smartphone services in collaboration with universities. While technologies like AI, cloud, and data are evolving rapidly, Japan faces a bottleneck in DX and growth due to shortages in 'talent,' 'skills,' and 'learning opportunities.' To bridge this gap, which cannot be covered by companies, local governments, or educational institutions alone, Dell Technologies is deploying this comprehensive platform to ensure no one is left behind in digital talent development. The program aims to raise the digital foundation and competitiveness of Japan as a whole, with plans to expand its course offerings to a wider audience in the future. ・'Next Gen Leaders Program' in collaboration with local governments to foster next-generation digital leaders through design thinking. ・'AI Course' for mid-level IT professionals. ・'IT Infrastructure Fundamentals Course' for IT beginners to improve IT literacy. Ayako Fujimori, Managing Executive Officer and General Manager of Solutions Architect at Dell Technologies Japan, commented: 'In an era where technology evolves at an unprecedented speed, we believe Japan's growth depends not on how much latest technology it has, but on how many people are trained to master it. This program is a platform to cultivate talent that will pioneer Japan's future by providing comprehensive support from IT infrastructure basics to AI, leadership development, and student projects. Understanding AI and the latest technology is no longer just a specialized skill for engineers, but an essential literacy for modern business professionals. Through this program, we hope many people will deepen their understanding and confidence in technology, and take the lead in shaping their own careers and the future of Japanese society.' ### Program Details: 1. Next Gen Leaders Program (NGLP) in collaboration with local governments NGLP is a nine-month long-term program where next-generation leader candidates from companies address real social issues in local regions and create solutions through design thinking and digital utilization. Launched in 2024, it is now in its third year. Participants tackle challenges faced by specific local governments, develop proposals for social improvement using digital technology, and present them to the local governments.