- Apple unveils new Developer Academy in Bali, its 4th in Indonesia.
- The 9-month program aims to nurture local tech talents for diverse industries.
- The move highlights Apple’s strategic focus on Southeast Asia.
In a strategic move to nurture local talent, Apple has unveiled plans to launch an Apple Developer Academy in the idyllic island of Bali, Indonesia. This marks the tech giant’s fourth academy in the archipelago nation, following successful establishments in Jakarta, Surabaya, and Batam.
The announcement coincides with Apple CEO Tim Cook’s highly anticipated visit to Indonesia, where he graced the Presidential Palace for a meeting with President Joko Widodo (Jokowi).
Southeast Asia: Apple’s fertile playground
The Apple Developer Academy’s nine-month program is a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip participants with essential skills in coding, design, marketing, and project management.
Open to applicants worldwide, regardless of their educational background or coding proficiency, the academy has proven instrumental in fostering a new generation of tech talents.
An impressive 90% of graduates have secured coveted positions in diverse sectors, including education, e-commerce, transportation, and sustainability, while others have embarked on entrepreneurial ventures, founding their own startups.
Apple’s strategic focus on Southeast Asia comes amid ongoing challenges in China, prompting the company to explore new avenues for growth and investment. Last month, the tech behemoth unveiled Southeast Asia’s inaugural Apple Developer Center in Singapore, solidifying its commitment to the region.
Prior to his Indonesian sojourn, Cook visited Vietnam, where Apple announced plans to increase its investment in local electronics suppliers, aligning with the company’s shift towards emerging markets.
Apple’s ripening expansion bears juicy prospects
While Apple has remained tight-lipped regarding potential investments in Indonesia beyond the academy launch, speculations abound.
Indonesian Minister of Communication and Information Budi Arie Setiadi had previously hinted at the possibility of Apple establishing a local factory in the country.
Regardless, the tech titan’s growing presence in Indonesia, coupled with over 2,000 developers graduating from the nation’s academies since 2018, signals a blossoming tech ecosystem ripe for cultivation.
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