Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) is an American multinational corporation that focuses on 2D and 3D design software for use in architecture, engineering and building construction, manufacturing, and media and entertainment. Autodesk was founded in 1982 by John Walker, a coauthor of early versions of the company's flagship CAD software product AutoCAD, and twelve others. It is headquartered in San Rafael, California.
Autodesk became best-known for its flagship computer-aided design software AutoCAD. In addition to AutoCAD, Autodesk develops Digital Prototyping solutions[4] to visualize, simulate, and analyze real-world performance using a digital model during the design process. The company also develops Building Information Modeling software to generate and manage building data using a three-dimensional building model. Autodesk also provides digital media creation and management software from film and television visual effects, color grading, and editing to animation, game development, and design visualization
Technical education helps realize a higher return on your investment. Typically, when you first get new software, your productivity drops up to 25%--meaning it takes one and a quarter times as long to do a task then it did before you got the new software.
Your urgent deadlines and multiple projects won't wait while you try to learn important commands and features of your new software. Guessing how to use new features and searching through manuals is slow and frustrating.
With professional development, you will reduce the time spent learning and quickly reach a higher level of productivity--self-taught users may never reach this level.
Technical education...
Guarantees the most powerful features are used.
Helps speed up your learning curve.
Helps both you and your company be more competitive.
Is technical training worth the investment? Did you know that...
In-house training costs almost 75% more than outsourced training
Just a 2% increase in productivity has been shown to net a 100% ROI in outsourced, expert-led training
Companies that invest in employee training experience substantially higher income and gross profit margins
Professional development enhances employee retention
Autodesk University is for industry professionals who want to learn more about their current Autodesk products, network with other like professionals, and help their companies stay on the cutting edge of design.
We know you know how beneficial attending Autodesk University is to your career and your company. But sometimes upper management may not know. Here, then, are a few suggestions that might help you better position the value your company will gain from sending you to AU.
Autodesk University is for industry professionals who want to learn more about their current Autodesk products, network with other like professionals, and help their companies stay on the cutting edge of design.
We know you know how beneficial attending Autodesk University is to your career and your company. But sometimes upper management may not know. Here, then, are a few suggestions that might help you better position the value your company will gain from sending you to AU.
Benefits for U.S. Employees
Because each of us have different needs and lifestyles, Autodesk offers a variety of benefits. A rewarding career and personal life depend in part on good health and peace of mind. Autodesk offers high-quality health insurance plans, survivor and income protection plans and flexible spending accounts as part of our flexible benefits program.
In addition to a challenging and satisfying career, we need time to relax with friends and family, as well as flexibility and support for personal needs. We have a variety of paid time off programs, including sabbatical, vacation and holidays (including the week of rest in December).
Base Salary
As an aggressive contender for talented employees around the world, Autodesk understands the importance of highly competitive base pay programs. Pay studies are conducted annually to make sure our base pay programs stay on the leading edge.
Variable Pay Programs
Autodesk Incentive Program
Autodesk’s annual incentive program is designed to reward achievement of individual and business unit objectives. As with any incentive plan, participation is not automatic, and all incentive payments are contingent on individual job performance and on Autodesk meeting its overall business and financial objectives.
Autobucks
"Autobucks" are cash and non-cash bonuses awarded to individuals or teams. They are a way for managers to thank employees for notable results or a special effort. Non-cash awards are items of value given to employees that may include dinners, theater tickets, gift certificates, or trips.
Stock Plans
Stock Options
Through our stock option programs, Autodesk may grant options to employees upon hire and periodically award stock options to select employees to recognize exceptional performance.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Our Employee Stock Purchase Plan provides eligible employees an opportunity to purchase Autodesk common stock at a discount, through payroll deductions. You can elect to contribute up to 15 percent of your eligible compensation towards the purchase of stock.
401(k) Plan
The Autodesk 401(k) Plan encourages you to accumulate savings for retirement through convenient pretax payroll deductions and generous company contributions. You are eligible to participate in Autodesk’s 401 (k) Plan on your date of hire!
Autodesk, Inc. is a design software and services company. The Company offers products and solutions to customers in the architectural, engineering and construction, manufacturing, geospatial mapping, and digital media and entertainment markets. The Company’s two-dimension (2D) horizontal design solutions include AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. In addition, it offers a range of 2D and 3D discipline-specific design and documentation tools. The Company is organized into four reportable operating segments: Platform Solutions and Emerging Business and Other (PSEB), which accounted for 44% of its net revenue during the year ended January 31, 2009 (fiscal 2009), Architecture, Engineering and Construction
Autodesk became best-known for its flagship computer-aided design software AutoCAD. In addition to AutoCAD, Autodesk develops Digital Prototyping solutions[4] to visualize, simulate, and analyze real-world performance using a digital model during the design process. The company also develops Building Information Modeling software to generate and manage building data using a three-dimensional building model. Autodesk also provides digital media creation and management software from film and television visual effects, color grading, and editing to animation, game development, and design visualization
Technical education helps realize a higher return on your investment. Typically, when you first get new software, your productivity drops up to 25%--meaning it takes one and a quarter times as long to do a task then it did before you got the new software.
Your urgent deadlines and multiple projects won't wait while you try to learn important commands and features of your new software. Guessing how to use new features and searching through manuals is slow and frustrating.
With professional development, you will reduce the time spent learning and quickly reach a higher level of productivity--self-taught users may never reach this level.
Technical education...
Guarantees the most powerful features are used.
Helps speed up your learning curve.
Helps both you and your company be more competitive.
Is technical training worth the investment? Did you know that...
In-house training costs almost 75% more than outsourced training
Just a 2% increase in productivity has been shown to net a 100% ROI in outsourced, expert-led training
Companies that invest in employee training experience substantially higher income and gross profit margins
Professional development enhances employee retention
Autodesk University is for industry professionals who want to learn more about their current Autodesk products, network with other like professionals, and help their companies stay on the cutting edge of design.
We know you know how beneficial attending Autodesk University is to your career and your company. But sometimes upper management may not know. Here, then, are a few suggestions that might help you better position the value your company will gain from sending you to AU.
Autodesk University is for industry professionals who want to learn more about their current Autodesk products, network with other like professionals, and help their companies stay on the cutting edge of design.
We know you know how beneficial attending Autodesk University is to your career and your company. But sometimes upper management may not know. Here, then, are a few suggestions that might help you better position the value your company will gain from sending you to AU.
Benefits for U.S. Employees
Because each of us have different needs and lifestyles, Autodesk offers a variety of benefits. A rewarding career and personal life depend in part on good health and peace of mind. Autodesk offers high-quality health insurance plans, survivor and income protection plans and flexible spending accounts as part of our flexible benefits program.
In addition to a challenging and satisfying career, we need time to relax with friends and family, as well as flexibility and support for personal needs. We have a variety of paid time off programs, including sabbatical, vacation and holidays (including the week of rest in December).
Base Salary
As an aggressive contender for talented employees around the world, Autodesk understands the importance of highly competitive base pay programs. Pay studies are conducted annually to make sure our base pay programs stay on the leading edge.
Variable Pay Programs
Autodesk Incentive Program
Autodesk’s annual incentive program is designed to reward achievement of individual and business unit objectives. As with any incentive plan, participation is not automatic, and all incentive payments are contingent on individual job performance and on Autodesk meeting its overall business and financial objectives.
Autobucks
"Autobucks" are cash and non-cash bonuses awarded to individuals or teams. They are a way for managers to thank employees for notable results or a special effort. Non-cash awards are items of value given to employees that may include dinners, theater tickets, gift certificates, or trips.
Stock Plans
Stock Options
Through our stock option programs, Autodesk may grant options to employees upon hire and periodically award stock options to select employees to recognize exceptional performance.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Our Employee Stock Purchase Plan provides eligible employees an opportunity to purchase Autodesk common stock at a discount, through payroll deductions. You can elect to contribute up to 15 percent of your eligible compensation towards the purchase of stock.
401(k) Plan
The Autodesk 401(k) Plan encourages you to accumulate savings for retirement through convenient pretax payroll deductions and generous company contributions. You are eligible to participate in Autodesk’s 401 (k) Plan on your date of hire!
Autodesk, Inc. is a design software and services company. The Company offers products and solutions to customers in the architectural, engineering and construction, manufacturing, geospatial mapping, and digital media and entertainment markets. The Company’s two-dimension (2D) horizontal design solutions include AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. In addition, it offers a range of 2D and 3D discipline-specific design and documentation tools. The Company is organized into four reportable operating segments: Platform Solutions and Emerging Business and Other (PSEB), which accounted for 44% of its net revenue during the year ended January 31, 2009 (fiscal 2009), Architecture, Engineering and Construction