1 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Cisco Confidential Session Number Presentation_ID Building the Future Cisco Networking Academy Program Dated:

222 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. History of the Networking Academy Program Created as a solution for schools installing networks Problem: Schools lacked financial and human resources to manage networks Solution: Cisco develops curriculum to train teachers, staff, and students to wire and maintain networks in their schools August 1997: Cisco Networking Academy Program launched in the United States with 64 Academies in 7 states 222 © 2003, Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Presentation_ID

333 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Why is the Program Important? © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Presentation_ID Creating short-term and long-term impact in communities, one student at a time Cisco is giving back to the community – not just because it is smart for the business, but because it’s the right thing to do.

444 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. The Best of Both Worlds-Business Leadership AND Corporate Responsibility © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Presentation_ID Cisco Systems® creates social and economic value The Networking Academy program demonstrates that information technology is changing education Global partners combine social mission with business objectives

555 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. 555 Cisco Networking Academy Program Impact Summary Since October 1997 Academies Worldwide:10,000+ Instructors Worldwide:29,000+ Students Worldwide: 1.5 M+ Student Successful Course Completion: 1 M + Total Successful Course Completion: 2.5M+ Countries Worldwide: 150+ Languages Worldwide: 11 On-Line Exams Delivered: 39M+ As of 27 Feb 05

666 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Our Scaling Strategy Recruit people to ensure active presence in all countries in the region. Keep the skills gap issue high on the political agenda … support policy initiatives Implement government and industry partnerships to ensure Cisco does not address issues in isolation

777 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Operating Model © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Presentation_ID Cisco provides:Schools Provide: Space Teachers Students Curriculum Integration Curriculum Training Equipment Virtual Community

888 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Program Technology Platform

999 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Developing a Scalable Model Cisco Cisco Academy Training Center Regional Academy Local Academy Local Academy Local Academy Local Academy Cost Recovery Model Open training - open support CATC's and Regionals have support agreement with Academies CCNA support relationships Sponsored curriculum support relationships

10 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Many Pathways and Exit Points High School Career University College Fundamentals Courses IT2 HP VDC Panduit IT1 HP 3 Switching 1 Basics 4 WAN 2 Routing CCNA CCNP 3 Multilayer Switching 2 Remote Access 4 Trouble Shooting 1 Advanced Routing Wireless Security Career Network Installer Basic IT Support System Admin SMB Networking Enterprise Networking 1120 Hours of Teaching

11 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Partnerships Worldwide

12 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Model Public-Private Partnerships International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Peace Corps United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) United Nations Volunteers (UNV) US Agency for International Development (USAID) US Job Corps Communication Workers of America

13 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Education Universities, Technical Schools, Community Colleges, Public and Private High Schools Civil Society Int’l Youth Foundation Cisco® Learning Inst. (CLI) Intellmex, ASAFE, AED, ITU Government and International Organizations U.S. Departments of Education, Labor, U.S. Military, Job Corps, United Nations, (UNDP, UNIFEM, UNECA, UNESCO, UNESCO, UNRWA), OAS, World Bank, USAID Business Fluke Networks PanduitHP Public and Private Partnerships— Education Ecosystem

14 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. +60 MOUs Signed with Governments Across EMEA

15 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. The Cisco Networking Academy Program Learning model combines curriculum, assessment, and instruction to improve student learning Student Learning Curriculum AssessmentInstruction Standards-based curriculum Hands-on labs Face-to-face instruction Embedded assessment and accountability

16 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Academy Program Curriculum CCNA – Networking CCNP – Networking Fundamentals of Wireless LANs Fundamentals of Network Security HP IT Essentials I: PC Hardware and Software HP IT Essentials II: Network Operating Systems Panduit Network Infrastructure Essentials Fundamentals of UNIX Fundamentals of Java Programming

17 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Benefits for Students Rigorous course curriculum Know how you are doing as you go, and review challenging concepts Both independent study and personalized instruction Experienced, certified instructors Hands-on experience in labs working with others and using the latest technology Path to industry certification Pathway to higher education Alumni Program

18 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. The Cisco Networking Academy Program The Networking Academy learning model combines curriculum, assessment, and instruction with hands-on labs to improve student learning—all mapped to IT industry certifications Provides preparation for networking, IT careers, and higher education in engineering, computer science, and other fields Student Learning

19 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Quality Support for Instructors Cisco® Certified Academy Instructor Program Technical and pedagogical training Assessment data and real time feedback Academy Connection Community Rapid dissemination of best practices

20 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. High Expectations, Quality Assurance Quality Assurance Plan Established process to ensure consistent quality globally Assists each Academy with delivery and outcomes

21 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Equalizing Opportunity 90 Academies established in 32 of the least developed countries Women increasingly enroll in Academy classes and complete courses Academies established in poor communities with high minority populations Students with learning disabilities find multimedia alternatives help them keep pace

22 © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. The Internet Changes The Way We … © 2004 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Presentation_ID Work, Live, Play and Learn

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