Associate Training

To improve as a company and to help associates realize their full potential, we are committed to extending education and development programs to our associates at all levels of our organization.

In 2007, we launched Coca-Cola University (CCU) -- a virtual, global university for all learning and capability-building activities across our Company. CCU encompasses a sophisticated catalog of tools, e-learning and classroom training aimed at providing experiences that equip people with practical skills and knowledge to win in the marketplace. The coursework is designed to help associates build capabilities and expertise in commercial leadership, consumer marketing and franchise leadership, as well as leadership and professional development. CCU also conducts best practices research and provides coaching and consulting services to transfer learning between different parts of the Coca-Cola system. In 2007, global enrollment for courses offered through Coca-Cola University totaled 12,376.

Associates are encouraged to seek training through our annual performance review system. The system, which includes mid-year and year-end career discussions between associates and their managers, gives everyone the opportunity to assess their annual performance against set goals and objectives. Associates and managers discuss training and development and outline a plan for training and enrichment. The associate and manager are responsible for ensuring that the proper training is completed within the calendar year.

The Company also encourages associates to pursue higher education programs, with levels of reimbursement available for degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate studies at accredited colleges and universities. We also provide associates the opportunity to take advantage of many e-learning resources beyond CCU, as well as external conferences and other education and training opportunities.

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