53 2021 ESG Report Appendices Transparency Responsible supply chain Product impact Climate change Introduction Healthy workforce and communities Human capital development At BD, we are focused on creating an environment where associates feel supported in their performance, growth and development in all stages of their careers. Our Talent@BD Center of Excellence is focused on growing and enabling talent through career development initiatives, mentoring, targeted leadership development and learning programs for all associates via our BD University. We have developed a career growth cycle centered around our Purpose— advancing the world of health™ —that outlines critical moments in an associate’s career and is designed to empower continuous growth: INSPIRE AND HIRE (Talent Acquisition) Align to our Purpose and share stories about your work to attract and motivate internal and external talent; hire fairly based on capability, need and aspirations WELCOME AND ENABLE (Onboarding) Celebrate differences; consciously include new team members; participate in onboarding experiences that enable team integration and support effectiveness CAREER PLANNING (Career Blueprint) Create a Career Blueprint utilizing manager/associate conversations that identify building blocks to achieve both career aspirations and business goals PERFORM (Performance @ BD) Connect for growth: set impactful goals, collaborate with team members and drive yourself and the business forward by delivering on objectives rooted in strategy and culture BUILD CAPABILITIES (BD University + Functional Training) Continuously grow through varied on-the-job projects, support networks and learning curriculum—guided by performance feedback and the Career Blueprint action plan SMOOTH TRANSITION (Succession Planning) Continue to move into new roles, experiences and life stages to broaden perspective, uncover diversity of thought and broaden associates network Career growth cycle