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Nnenna esiaba Sec 011 JUNE 5 , 2012. Merck & Company (MRK). About Merck & Co.: The oldest pharmaceutical and chemical company in the world Been in existence since 1688, but became an independent company since 1917 Operate in 64 countries Products: Prescription Drugs
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Nnennaesiaba Sec 011 JUNE5, 2012 Merck & Company(MRK)
About Merck & Co.: • The oldest pharmaceutical and chemical company in the world • Been in existence since 1688, but became an independent company since 1917 • Operate in 64 countries • Products: • Prescription Drugs • Over-The-Counter Drugs • Relieve minor complaints and enhance the quality of life. Nnenna Esiaba Sec 002
Goals and Objectives • Constantly improving products • Increasing quality of life for millions • Offering unusually inspiring and motivating careers Nnenna Esiaba Sec 002
Snapshot of Stock Charts for Merck & Co. (MRK) Nnenna Esiaba Sec 002
The Culture at Merck • Collaborative • Supportive • Entrepreneurial • Commercial Nnenna Esiaba Sec 002
How They Make a Positive Difference • Respect the environment • By 2012, would have reduced their global CO2 emission by 20% from 2006 levels. • Creating eco-friendly products • Using lower power consumption technology, as well as making them more effective • Supporting Communities • Donating medicines, cash and vitamins to places where it is really needed and can’t be afforded. • Contribute time, skills and resources to help local communities they operate within. • Actively support local charities . • Investing in people • Providing a globally uniform, transparent and motivating environment. Nnenna Esiaba Sec 002
Backgrounds for Employment • Natural Sciences • Engineering • Business • Information Technology Nnenna Esiaba Sec 002
Qualities Needed for Employment • Relevant professional experience • Language skills. • English • Other languages depending on where you work • A blend of personal competencies • Share company values Nnenna Esiaba Sec 002
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For more information, visit http://www.merck.com/index.html Nnenna Esiaba Sec 002