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The Akamai Technical Academy

By: Lynda M. Applegate and James Barnett
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  • | Language:English
  • | Pages:19
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Abstract

By January 2020, Akamai Technologies had completed eight Akamai Technical Academy training programs in the U.S., Costa Rica, and Poland. Academy programs trained individuals without a traditional STEM degree for technically oriented jobs at Akamai. With aims to improve diversity across the technology sector, leadership considers expanding the ATA’s reach.

Keywords

Competency and Skills; Experience and Expertise; Talent and Talent Management; Demographics; Education; Ethics; Jobs and Positions; Technology Industry; United States; Costa Rica; Poland

Citation

Applegate, Lynda M., and James Barnett. "The Akamai Technical Academy." Harvard Business School Case 821-021, October 2020. (Revised November 2020.)
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