Article features Prof. Benjamin Friedrich, who highlights that workers might not be willing to put in extra effort if they feel their trust has been broken by their firms

Article written by Prof. Harry Kraemer discusses whether company PTO incentives address underlying workforce issues.

Article features Prof. Nancy Qian, who highlights that recent cohorts of undergraduate students from elite institutions were fighting hard to get jobs with an almost non-livable wage.

Twenty-seven startup teams from the University of Chicago, University of Illinois, and Northwestern, including teams from Kellogg, have come together to meet up with 200 venture-capital investors from the West Coast. 

Article cites research from Kellogg postdoctoral fellow Moh Hosseinioun, which finds that mastering soft skills like communication and critical thinking may be more crucial than technical skills.

Article written by Prof. Harry Kraemer encourages leaders to admit when they are wrong and acknowledge the need to course correct amid rapid change and economic and political uncertainty. 

Article written by Prof. Harry Kraemer encourages a call to action for new graduates to lead by example in these current uncertain times. 

Article features insights from Prof. Jim Lecinski, who suggests that marketers need to learn AI to understand the risks in using AI in marketing. 

Article cites research from Prof. Brooke Vuckovic, which finds that organizational values are often upheld because of middle managers.

Article cites research from Professors Dimitris Papanikolaou and Bryan Seegmiller, which finds that AI has a limited impact on labor because the labor market adapts.

Article features Prof. Leigh Thompson, who recommends only negotiating once you have a job offer and not turning a negotiation into a bidding war.  

Article republished from Kellogg Insight features research from Prof. Jake Teeny, which explores how our perception of how much someone enjoys making a product or providing a service might affect how we view the quality of that product or service.

Northwestern University leaders, Kellogg faculty, alumni, donors, and trustees gathered to celebrate the launch of Kellogg’s new academic facility in Evanston on May 14. The building is designed to serve as a cornerstone for the school’s Executive Education and MBA programs, creating a unified “One Kellogg” campus. Dean Francesca Cornelli is quoted, emphasizing that the new building will enrich the student experience across programs and grow Kellogg's impact. Also covered in The Daily Northwestern. 

Article cites research from Professors Benjamin F. Jones and Dashun Wang, which finds that early career setbacks are critical to long-term career success as they provide opportunities to learn and improve. 

 Article features Prof. Brian Uzzi, who highlights that corporate leaders are going into new areas such as AI that could infect the DNA of organizations. 

Article features Prof. Gina Fong who emphasizes that true empathy in leadership means stepping into others’ worlds to understand how they make sense of their experiences—offering understanding as one of the most human and impactful acts a leader can do.

Article by Prof. Harry Kraemer emphasizes that overusing a strength can limit your perspective. True leadership requires balance, self-awareness, and valuing both hard and soft skills.

U.S. and European B-schools are overwhelmingly embracing AI. Kellogg’s MBAi program is named a “standout” for attracting students who are looking to fuse business acumen with technical expertise—preparing them for roles at the intersection of tech and strategy.

The 2025 Best Business School Rankings from U.S News and World Report were recently released. Here are Kellogg’s fantastic results:

· Full-Time MBA: #2 (up from #3 in 2024)

· Part-Time MBA: #1 (up from #3 in 2024

· EMBA: #2 (unchanged)

After years of decline, the number of applications to the country’s two-year MBA programs rebounded in 2024, with the biggest growth last year in conventional two-year and part-time programs. 

As institutions proudly unveil new AI centers and update curricula with machine learning modules, they continue preparing students for decision-making roles that sophisticated algorithms may soon perform more effectively. This paradox represents what might be called the “AI paradox” of contemporary business education.

Poets & Quants summarizes 2024 MBA employment reports for the 30 of the leading U.S. business schools, including Kellogg. 

 Article features Prof. Anne Chow, who discusses stepping into her “rewirement”: a new career phase that comes after climbing the corporate ladder and embraces more purpose-driven work, after being CEO of AT&T Business. Article was republished from Kellogg Insight.

Article features Prof. Carola Frydman, who highlights that closing of bank branches largely reflects a move to digital and online banking, which she expects will only continue given the changes in technology.

Article by Prof. Harry Kraemer emphasizes that volunteering fosters purpose, well-being, and meaningful impact by starting small and focusing on personal influence. 

Article features insights from Prof. Benjamin Jones, who explains that moving manufacturing to avoid tariff costs is a classic strategy that offers both opportunities for diversification and challenges due to the need for quick, business-altering decisions. 

Article by Prof. Harry Kraemer argues that values-based leadership remains essential for strong decision-making, employee engagement, and long-term success, despite the visibility of high-profile leaders who appear to succeed without it.  

Article cites research from Prof. Benjamin Jones, Prof. Dashun Wang, and Yang Wang, PhD which provides compelling evidence that early career setbacks can lead to more incredible long-term achievement. 

Article features insights from Prof. Hatim Rahman who offers insights as to why workers might be pessimistic on AI, citing lack of clear explanation from their organization as to how AI will increase productivity and a general lack of trust that is found between workers and theirleaders right now as reasons. 

The rise of remote work, AI, and digital transformation has led to the emergence of high-demand careers such as Customer Success Engineer, Digital Identity Manager, and Robotics Process Automation Developer. 

Article features research from Prof. Eli Finkel which highlights how the role of marriage has evolved from meeting basic needs to fulfilling social and psychological needs, emphasizing the importance of managing expectations to avoid overburdening the relationship. 

Article by Prof. Harry Kraemer emphasizes that the transition from being an individual contributor to a first-time manager is challenging due to the need to shift focus from personal achievements to developing and empowering a team.

Prof. Tim Calkins notes that Super Bowl advertisers are avoiding controversial topics to prevent backlash, leading to safer and less provocative ads.  

Article features insights from Prof. Harry Kraemer, who emphasizes that true confidence comes from knowing your strengths and weaknesses, surrounding yourself with knowledgeable people, and maintaining a balanced level of self-assurance to achieve your goals. 

After years of decline, the MBA degree is experiencing a rebound, according to research from higher ed marketing agency Validated Insights. Programs are seeing increasing enrollments, applications, completions, and a projected growth trajectory through 2030. 

Podcast episode features Prof. Richard Jolly who discusses the challenges of leading change within organizations during a period of global uncertainty, and the imperatives for HR business functions in dealing with this dynamic environment.

Article by Prof. Harry Kraemer offers five resolutions to lead with values in 2025: Reflect on role models, practice self-reflection, balance perspectives, embrace self-confidence, and build a legacy.

Article republished from Kellogg Insight features insights from Prof. Michael Foley. He emphasizes that effective communication requires tailoring messages to the audience, balancing data with storytelling, and prioritizing education over impressing listeners. 

Article features Prof. Anne Chow who emphasizes that "bigger leaders" foster purpose-driven, inclusive workplaces by prioritizing well-being, flexibility, stakeholder engagement, and values-driven decision-making.

This Poets&Quants article covers Time’s Top 50 Companies for Future Leaders. McKinsey, IBM and Goldman Sachs took the top spots this year. 

The Harvard Business Review article features insights from Professor Nicholas Pearce who emphasizes the importance of aligning your career with your highest values and purpose, focusing on work that feels like an authentic calling and allows your true self to shine through.

Poets&Quants released its 2024–2025 MBA ranking with Kellogg earning the #1 spot for the first time, attributed to strong showings in Financial Times, Bloomberg Businessweek, and The Princeton Review rankings. The article draws from an interview with Associate Dean of Degree Operations Greg Hanifee and highlights Kellogg’s emphasis on team-based learning, innovative curriculum advancements, and collaborative community.

Article cites a Kellogg Insight piece on research from Prof. Derek Rucker which shows that while people often want to think of themselves as brave, they typically reserve risk-taking for times when there are significant gains to be had. 

Nearly a third of Fortune's "100 Most Powerful People in Business" hold MBAs, highlighting the degree's strong representation among top business leaders. Kellogg alumnus Darren Woods, CEO of ExxonMobil, was featured on this year’s list from Fortune. 

P&Q has released its EMBA ranking, a composite of the rankings in Fortune, Financial Times and U.S. News. Kellogg ranks No. 2. 

Article features research from Prof. Lauren Eskreis-Winkler which shows people overestimate others’ likelihood of success after failure, leading to reduced support for programs aiding success as individuals often don’t adequately learn from their failures without guidance. 

Article cites a Kellogg Insight piece by Prof. Mohanbir Sawhney explaining the importance of “transmedia storytelling” to the future of brand narratives.

In this article authored by Prof. Harry Kraemer, he emphasizes that companies must foster a culture where every employee, from entry-level to CEO, is encouraged to live the company’s values, find purpose in their work, and give back to the community.  

Pitch Book has released its 2024 list of the world’s best university programs for startup founders. Northwestern ranks at No. 6 for MBA founders, with totals of 798 founders, 758 companies, and over $21B raised.  

Article announces Kellogg’s plans for a new, state-of-the-art facility, as part of a $600 million campaign to enhance its business education offerings. Quotes from Dean Francesca Cornelli and President Michael Schill are featured.