Diversity: Our Workforce

How does The McGraw-Hill Companies define diversity?
The McGraw-Hill Companies defines diversity in the workplace as an inclusive environment that respects and values each individual, their experience, perspective and contribution to the Corporation.We are focused on the growth of our diverse workforce and we rely on our employees to bring their unique point of view.

The Corporation's commitment to diversity extends beyond equal employment opportunity obligations; it is a value that is imperative to our business success. As global competition increases, we are committed to creating products and services that exceed our customer's expectations and employing a diverse talent pool that understands and can meet those needs.

Our approach to diversity and inclusion starts with our senior management team. Each year, chief executive officer Harold McGraw III holds forums with employees from diverse backgrounds and perspectives to gauge their views on our employee and business strategies. The Corporation reports annually on its diversity progress to The McGraw-Hill Companies' senior management team and Board of Directors.

The Employees Roundtables empower colleagues to share their insights about work experience and provide feedback regarding business unit operations from common perspectives. The visibility of senior management promotes an open and more engaged culture.

A few of our past roundtables include:

• Employee Resource Group Members (APEX, BEAM, GLBT, HHN, LEAD, WINS)
• Working Mothers
• Employees with Flexible Work Arrangements

U.S.-based employees as of September, 2011

The table above contains information pertaining to a significant majority of U.S.-based employees of The McGraw-Hill Companies.