Global Knowledge Named in Top 20 IT Training Companies for Fourth Consecutive Year

Cary, NC - November 1, 2011 - Global Knowledge, worldwide leader in IT and business skills training, has been included in the 2011 Top 20 IT Training Companies list by TrainingIndustry.com. This is the fourth year TrainingIndustry.com has named the Top 20 IT training companies and the fourth year Global Knowledge has been selected.

"Our Top 20 IT training companies stand out as the best providers in a very competitive segment of the training industry. Companies demonstrated that they could cover a broad range of topic areas in the modality of choice for their clients," said Ken Taylor, Chief Operating Officer, TrainingIndustry.com.

"We are very pleased to be recognized as one of the Top 20 IT training companies by TrainingIndustry.com for four years in a row," said Michael Fox, Global Knowledge Senior Vice President. "Continued acknowledgment by such a highly regarded company reflects our commitment to providing the quality training our customers need."

Selection criteria for this year's Top 20 IT Training Companies list include leadership and innovation in IT training, breadth of IT training and delivery methods offered, company size and growth potential, strength of clients, and geographic reach.

About Global Knowledge

Global Knowledge is the worldwide leader in IT and business skills training, with more than 1,200 courses that span foundational and specialized training and certifications. Our core training is focused on Cisco, Microsoft, Avaya, VMware, Red Hat, business process improvement, and leadership development. We deliver via training centers, private facilities, and the Internet, enabling our customers to choose when, where, and how they want to receive training programs and learning services.

Founded in 1995, Global Knowledge employs more than 1,300 people worldwide and is headquartered in Cary, N.C. The company is owned by New York-based investment firm MidOcean Partners. Learn more at www.globalknowledge.com.

Contact

Nancy Enloe
Director, Marketing Communications
(919) 460-3267
nancy.enloe@globalknowledge.com