Support your child to become a Software Engineer & Get a Tech Master’s Degree from an American school
When your child/ward enrolls for Decagon’s Elite Software Engineering Training, they also get free guidance & coaching on American school applications, securing M-Power student loan, and American student visa applications & interviews.
Decagon's Double Gateway (Double-G) program avails talented individuals the opportunity to become competent software engineers within 4 months, while guiding them on securing a Tech Master's program in an American university
Gateway 1
Software Engineering Training
Become a competent software engineer through Decagon's elite Software Engineering training program.
Gateway 2
Study Abroad
Receive free guidance & coaching on tech-master's applications to our partner American universities, M-Power education loan applications, and American student visa applications & interviews, to enable you resume for your Master's degree program in America by next year (2025).
Why choose Decagon to launch your child's career in Software Engineering?
Superior Curriculum
Superior curriculum delivered by well-experienced engineers in the industry.
Mentorship and Guidance
Your child's learning & growth is Accelerated through their access to a mentor to guide them on assignments, review their code, and give detailed feedback.
We've produced over 1000 successful software engineers
We've trained over 1300 software engineers in the past 5 years, and over 1000 of them have gotten jobs in good companies with the skills they acquired (including top companies like JP Morgan, Interswitch, Microsoft, Flutterwave, and many more.
Quality Content & Sessions
Our students get access to quality courses, videos and study materials. They participate in live classes & practice sessions.
Professional & Soft skills Development
Our students learn agile principles & methodologies that make them stand out as professional software developers.
Flexible Payment Options
Pay upfront or spread your payment over 4-12 months with Ed-Pay Financing (powered by Edubanc, a subsidiary under Sterling Bank, our Education Financing partner).
Why should your Child/Ward study for a Tech Master's in America, and use Decagon as a guide to secure this?
Competitive advantage in the job market. 3-year work visa. Earn higher salaries.
With the combination of software engineering skills and a Tech-Master's from an American university, your child has increased chances of securing higher paying salaries after graduation (up to $100k per annum). They also get a 3-year work visa after they graduate.
Our Training Certificate qualifies students (even with a non-Tech undergraduate degree).
Studying for a tech master's requires that one already has a Bachelor's in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. Our partner schools in the US, however, consider the Decagon training certificate (Decadev Certificate) as equivalent to having a BSc in Computer Science or Computer Engineering. so our students can qualify even if they studied something else as their first degree.
Increased chances of admission, loan financing, and getting a Visa.
Our team of experts will guide your child each step of the way, thereby increasing their chances of success by up to 70%
Who is the Double-G program for?
Anyone looking to switch to a career in Tech.Anyone looking to get into Software Engineering (become proficient in coding).Anyone looking for a pathway to study a tech-related Masters abroad.Fresh/Young graduates looking to switch to Tech.Older professionals looking to switch to Tech.Pricing, Duration, Mode of Delivery, Payment/Financing
Gateway 1
Software Engineering Training
Price
1.5M Naira (NGN 1,500,000)
(Discounted price valid till 5th July 2024. The original price is 1.95M)
Training Duration: 4 Months
Mode of Delivery: Online/Remote
Payment/Financing
Upfront Payment and Instalment Payment through Ed-Pay from Edubanc (spread payment between 4-12 months). Interest rate of 34% applies (subject to changes by the lending institution & CBN directives).
Gateway 2
Study Abroad Guidance/Coaching
Price
FREE/Complimentary
Our guidance & coaching on US School application for tech-masters, M-Power education loan application, US student visa application & interview are all given as a free/complimentary service for Double-G participants.
Participants are however responsible for their US school application fees, transcript fees, US visa & interview fees, school/tuition fees, handling their travel expenses, and all other related costs and fees.
Financing of US School Fees & Living Expenses through M-Power Loan
Those unable to fund their school fees and living expenses can apply for the M-Power student loan, which covers up to 80% of the school fees and living expenses, with a repayment period of up to 10 years. We provide guidance on M-Power loan applications, increasing the chances of loan approval.
What is needed to participate in Software Engineering Training?
The program is an intense training, designed to get participants to an intermediate level of coding proficiency, within 4 months.
To participate and be successful, participants need to have:
A functional laptop Specifications: 16GB ram, 64-bit OS, Core i7. (or higher)
Reliable internet.
Time: Commit 10 – 12 hours daily to the program.
Bachelor’s degree with at least a 3.2 out of 5 CGPA. ( For those intending to study a Tech Master's Abroad).
About .NET STACK (C#)
DotNet is a free, open-source developer-friendly cross-platform. It was first released as .Net 1.0 in late 2001. Dotnet supports many languages but at Decagon our .Net Devs are trained to build DotNet apps using the famous C# language.
C# is a strongly typed, multipurpose Object-Oriented Programing (OOP) language.
So at Decagon as a C# developer you will be trained on the basic of C# language and syntax, Variables, Data types and structures, Operators, Control flows, Object-Oriented Programming, SOLID Principles, Framework - ASP.NET Core, Using third party libraries and frameworks -EF Core, API development and consumption, Testing, Dockerizing, and Continuous Integration and Deployment etc.
Companies and enterprises, especially financial enterprises, like to build their business software with the DotNet Framework because of the excellent security features that the framework and language supports.
Get Started!
The next training cohort commences on 9th July 2024
If you would like to make inquiries, you can send an email to [email protected] or chat with us by clicking the Whatsapp icon on your bottom right.
Meet some of our Decagon Alumni (Decadevs)
Mary Etokwudo
Machine Learning Engineer
Dermie.AI
London, United Kingdom
"Coming to Decagon has helped me build a career in Software Engineering. It's been over 3 years and I can confidently say I made the right decision"
Odira Eze
Backend Software Engineer
Payoneer
Munich, Germany
“I have learned so much and Decagon has contributed to making my tech journey a successful one”
Wisdom Ngwueche
Backend Developer
Sterling Bank
Lagos, Nigeria
“Decagon provided access to experienced software tutors and mentors, and I am currently benefiting from Decagon's extensive community of developers”
Tega Oke
Software Engineer
Grey (YC W22)
Lagos, Nigeria
“Passing through the Decagon program was a wonderful experience. I learned basic and advanced programming knowledge and agile skills that sharpened my soft skills set, making me the skilled full-stack software engineer that I am today”
Boluwatife Adeshina
Cloud Architect
Seneca Polytechnic
Toronto, Canada
“Decagon’s software engineering bootcamp transformed my skills in IOS development. The structured curriculum, supportive community, and lasting relationships shaped my career significantly”
Rami Oni
Product Owner
Vertex Software Corporation
Austin, Texas
“ The Decagon experience has been very helpful in my tech journey. I had liked-minded people to learn with, instructors and people to help me stay motivated”
Where some of our graduates work
About Decagon
Decagon was founded in 2018 by Chika Nwobi, a tech industry investor and venture builder who has built and backed companies like Jobberman, Autochek, Bamboo and Gokada
We help high-potential talent launch their careers in tech through our software engineering and leadership program.
Decagon has over 1000 alumni working with top companies like JP Morgan, Interswitch, Microsoft, Flutterwave, etc.
Join a vibrant legacy of success with our Alumni Community, where members offer mutual support to foster continuous growth and career advancement.
Meet Our Team
Chika Nwobi
Founder & CEO
Francis Ogunlaja
Financial Controller
Ikenna Obianwu
Program Director
Omowunmi Kasim
People & Process Manager
Our Partner Schools in America
Indiana Tech
Indiana Institute of Technology is a renowned private college of technology focused on providing world-class education to individuals in the tech sector.Located in Fort Wayne, IIT offers students a welcoming and diverse community in the heart of the Midwest.
The college of professional studies is dedicated to empowering busy, working-class adults like yourself to pursue your master's degree in tech while balancing professional and personal life.
Available courses for Tech Masters include:
MS in Engineering Management
STEM MBA in Business Analytics
MS in Cybersecurity
MS in Information Systems
With flexible programs to meet your needs and commitment to real world applications, Indiana Tech prepares you to excel in tech and advance your career.
Overall, Indiana Tech provides a supportive and enriching educational environment where students can pursue their academic and professional goals while enjoying the benefits of a close-knit community and access to major metropolitan areas.
Some Nearby major cities include Chicago, Indianapolis, Columbus and Detroit.
University of North Carolina
The University of North Carolina, Wilmington where academic excellence meets accessibility. UNCW is dedicated to providing a transformative educational experience for individuals like your child who are seeking to further their career through a masters degree.
Located in the vibrant coastal city of Wilmington, North Carolina, UNCW offers students the unique opportunity to pursue higher education in a picturesque beach town setting.
M.Sc. programs available to Tech Masters include:
MSc in Computer Science and Information Systems
MSc in Data Science
With a focus on innovation and inclusivity, the graduate program at UNCW offers flexible options tailored to accommodate your very busy schedule and personal commitments.
The area's pristine beaches and favorable weather conditions make it a popular destination for water sports enthusiasts, offering a perfect balance between academic pursuits and leisure activities.
Some major nearby cities include; Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, and Charlotte.
