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.

The Harvard Business Review article features insights from Prof. 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

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

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. 

Poets & Quant’s has released its EMBA ranking. There is a composite of the rankings in Fortune, Financial Times and U.S. News and World Report. Kellogg ranks No. 2. 

Eight business schools (including Kellogg) reached gender parity in 2024 among full-time MBA students. Dean Francesca Cornelli is featured as a female dean leading a top business school and is quoted on Kellogg’s commitment to women. Kellogg is the alma mater of four of the Fortune 500 women CEOs with an MBA—the most of any institution. . Axios and Business Because also featured Kellogg among schools reporting gender parity this fall. 

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, & over $21B raised.  

Article features Kellogg EMBA alumna Laura Glaab ’22, who discusses how she used the two-year EMBA as a springboard to reinvent her career. Glaab’s story reflects a broader trend of students who are using the EMBA to change careers, not just climb the corporate ladder.

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.

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In a Sept. 24 Washington Post webinar, Andrew Ng, founder of DeepLearning.AI, Raffaella Sadun, professor at Harvard Business School, and Matthew Beane, assistant professor at UCSB, explore the ways artificial intelligence could transform America’s workforce, economy & classrooms. 

Article features Prof. David Schonthal's description of entrepreneurship through acquisition as “less sizzle, more steak”: while it might not be as hyped as the startup life, buying an already established and solvent business and running it your way is still entrepreneurship. 

Article by Prof. Hatim Rahman argues that for marginalized job seekers, finding a job in today’s economy is becoming more difficult because of AI.

Booth and Kellogg finished at No. 2 and No. 3, respectively, in this year’s Bloomberg Businessweek Best Business School rankings. The article features comments from Associate Dean of Degree Programs and Operations Greg Hanifee, who says that the ranking is a testament to Kellogg’s well-rounded experience and commitment to students.

Republished from Kellogg Insight, article provides insights from Prof. Hatim Rahman on how AI’s integration into industries will be gradual, allowing us the time to shape its use in ways that support human priorities. 

In this podcast episode, Prof. Ivy Onyeador highlights that while diversity training can raise awareness of implicit bias, real change comes from meaningful, sustained interactions with people from diverse backgrounds. 

Kellogg Prof. Phil Kotler was recently inducted into the Chicago Innovation Hall of Fame honoring his 50+ year career in marketing. 

Kellogg is listed as No. 5 among schools where pre-MBA pay is the highest, with a pre-MBA salary of $110,184.

Article features Prof. Ben Friedrich who suggests that firms and workers are hesitant to make changes due to uncertainty in the labor market, leading to lower quit rates and a preference for maintaining internal workforces.

Article investigates AI and its difficulty computing accurate responses for math-related questions. Prof. David Ferrucci, who led the team that built IBM’s famed Watson computer, offers his insights on how important accuracy is to answer any type of question, math-related or not.

Following President Biden’s exit from the presidential race, Prof. Harry Kraemer reflects on the importance of having others ready to take your position if something goes awry.

Kellogg is named the No.1 EMBA program based on Fortune’s 2023-2024 ranking. Fortune's EMBA ranking considers factors like tuition costs, graduation rates, & management experience, among other criteria, to evaluate & rank programs.

The Princeton Review has released its 2024 MBA ranking, which shares the Top 10 performers across 18 categories. Kellogg ranked among the best across the board. The article also features a quote from Ass’t Dean of Admissions & Financial Aid Emily Haydon on Kellogg’s approach to leadership.

Article features Prof. Alexander Chernev, who suggests that drone shows appeal to big brands because they effectively create memorable associations on a massive scale, and offer a novel way to promote their story in an uncluttered space—the sky.

Article by Prof. David Schonthal suggests that true innovation requires an environment that embraces risk and encourages creative ideas, necessitating a thoughtful approach from leaders to maintain play and engagement.

Article cites research from Prof. Ben Jones which found the average age of entrepreneurs who start a company and go on to hire at least one employee is 42.

For the first time in several years, JPMorgan Chase has overtaken Google as the most desired U.S. employer among business school students, as reported by Universum. Data from the survey also shows that students are prioritizing secure employment and high future earnings over work-life balance.

Article features new research from Prof. Lauren Eskreis-Winkler which found that people systematically overestimate the likelihood of resilience following failure. Also featured by the American Psychological Association and WSB-AM Radio.

Article includes commentary from Prof. Adam Waytz who argues that a culture of performative busyness and stress-bragging, often encouraged by workplaces, undermines productivity and mental health, and should be countered by leaders promoting work-life balance.

Article features insights from Prof. Nicholas Pearce who notes that organizations, fearing legal and political repercussions, are reversing DEI efforts, leading to fewer women and people of color in leadership positions.

Article features insights from Prof. Hatim Rahman who emphasizes that AI career coaches can be useful for generating ideas and additional perspectives, but should not replace personal judgment or human mentors who have awareness of one's career trajectory and experience.

Article co-authored by Eileen Suh, a postdoctoral scholar at Kellogg, dives into her research which indicates that companies should disclose their lack of progress on DEI because transparency about struggles can enhance their reputation by signaling genuine commitment to these goals.

Article features commentary from Prof. Jim Lecinski who highlights that Google's AI-driven advertising innovations, particularly in creativity, personalization, and user engagement, represent a significant shift towards more efficient and engaging digital marketing.

Podcast features Prof Maryam Kouchaki who discusses her research on developing ethical careers, and why it’s so difficult for some.

Article cites research co-authored by Prof. Brian Uzzi. The study discovered that successful women maintain close inner circles of female contacts, leading to leadership positions with authority and pay levels 2.5 times higher than their peers lacking such networks.

Article reports on salary data at top U.S. B-schools, including Kellogg. Kellogg is noted for its 28.2% pay growth between 2018-2023 and for being part of the “200K compensation club.”

Article features insights from Prof. David Schonthal who suggests that skepticism toward new technologies like AI often stems from a tendency to underestimate their potential due to a focus on existing paradigms, fear of change, and privacy concerns.

Article features Prof. Leigh Thompson who shares that during a typical six-person meeting, the same two people will speak more than 60% of the time, underscoring the importance of strategic silence in meetings.

Article features research from Prof. Gregor Matvos which highlights the significant decline in traditional bank-led financial intermediation since the 1970s, with private credit increasingly being intermediated through arms-length transactions such as securitization.

Article cites a Kellogg Insight article featuring research from Professor Hyejin Youn which found that researchers who collaborated locally were much more likely to gain new knowledge from their teammates than those who collaborated at a distance.

Article covers a conversation on AI between business school leaders at the AACSB conference held this week. At the conference, attendees also tested an AI-powered chatbot called ChatSDG, which rates scholarly journals and articles based on alignment with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, reported by Bloomberg.

Article by Professors Derek Rucker and Tim Calkins emphasizes the importance of balancing creativity with strategic thinking in advertising, presenting the ADPLAN framework to help marketers create effective and memorable ads that resonate with their target audience.

Article features republished Kellogg Insight piece featuring expertise from Prof. George Georgiadis on the most effective way to administer performance evaluations.

Article by Prof. Nicholas Pearce emphasizes understanding the six generations present in today's workplaces, offering key steps for leaders to create healthy and sustainable organizations that include individuals from all age groups.

Article lists top product management bootcamps available online, featuring Kellogg’s Professional Certificate in Product Management.

Article by Prof. David Schonthal explores the connection between travel and creativity, discussing how immersing oneself in a new environment can spark novel ideas, with a nod to Kellogg's Levy Inspiration Grant program.

The Financial Times has released a collection of articles surrounding women’s workplace trends and career tips. Notable articles include: Interview: Stefanie Drews on rethinking strategies for women in finance, US unions woo female workers on gender pay gaps, and Hybrid split between home and office remains a work-in-progress.

In the newest Kellogg Chronicles column, Business of Healthcare Conference organizers Jake Howell ’24, Mara Walli ’24, and Megan Sullivan ’24 reflect on the event’s impactful programming. They also discuss how the process of coordinating the event offered them meaningful opportunities to hone their leadership skills.

Article features insights from Prof. Leigh Thompson who suggests that conflict can actually indicate a thriving and dynamic work environment, characterized by individuals who are deeply invested in and passionate about their work

The Financial Times has published its 2024 MBA rankings, with Kellogg ranked at No. 6 this year. Poets&Quants covered the ranking, noting that Kellogg widened the gap with Chicago Booth. Wharton secured the top spot after a year's absence, while Harvard and Stanford experienced significant declines this year.

Dean Francesca Cornelli is featured as one of Crain’s 2024 Women of Note. The feature notes that she has navigated a dynamic career across global institutions and leveraged Kellogg's crisis management courses during the COVID-19 pandemic. She emphasized the school's focus on leadership during turbulent times while aiming to attract students through innovative programs such as the MBAi.

Article announces the launch of the Center for Enlightened Disagreement, a new research center aimed at developing stronger ways to engage in diverse perspectives. Article features quotes from Dean Francesca Cornelli and Prof. Nour Kteily. Also covered by the higher education outlet Diverse.

Article features insights from Prof. Harry Kraemer on how to maintain a good work-life balance and what he would do to avoid burnout when given the chance.

Article cites Prof. Jake Teeny’s interview with Kellogg Insight about how it is more important to come off as authentic than it is to come off as perfect or polished.

Article highlights Prof. Hatim Rahman as one of the premier management thinkers of 2024, due to his work that will shape the future of how organizations are managed and led.

Article highlights Kellogg as one of the 10 best MBA programs for those in the tech industry, ranking higher than peer schools such as UChicago Booth, Columbia Business School and Berkeley Haas.

Article lists school-specific interview questions for several top B-schools, including Kellogg.

Article features Prof. Brian Uzzi, who discusses how scientific disruptions happen on a more gradual scale as researchers take on different pieces of problems in a divide-and-conquer fashion.

Article covers Kellogg’s recently released employment data, highlighting record compensation and top industries for grads.

Article features Kellogg alumna Kleida Martiro ’19 and her story on how she became partner in four years by investing in AI.

The Master in Management program at Kellogg is featured in a list of five of the top MiM’s in the U.S.

Companies across the economy are harnessing AI for a variety of functions in their businesses, with some further along in their strategies than others. Prof. Brian Uzzi, offers a three-step guide for business leaders looking to plot out their companies' AI strategies.

This article is written by Prof. David Schonthal, who encourages everyone to go off script, close their laptops, and draw out or describe ideas in real life when appropriate to foster human connection.

Article features Prof. Bryan Seegmiller & his research which found a significant pattern of job loss was what they described as skill displacement. New technologies & tools change how jobs are done. Seegmiller emphasizes that workers may have to learn new skills to keep up.

Dean Francesca Cornelli emphasizes the importance of empathy as a leadership skill, advocating for its integration into business education. Dean Cornelli sees empathy as crucial for managing change, particularly in the face of advancing AI, where leaders must bridge the gap between technical experts & business perspectives.

The article identifies top companies for future leaders, featuring insights from Bernard Banks, Associate Dean for Leadership Development & Inclusion. Banks suggests the competitiveness of entry, coupled with robust learning opportunities, shows employees in these firms may already desire to be a leader.

Article lists high, low and average healthcare salaries at the top U.S. MBA programs, including Kellogg. The piece mentions the new HCAK Deep Dive program & healthcare MBA pathway. Prof. Craig Garthwaite, Director of Healthcare at Kellogg, is quoted, emphasizing the importance of business education in the sector.

Article reports that gender parity is slowly but surely becoming much more of a reality in full-time MBA programs, with women’s MBA enrollment hitting a historic rate of 42% in 2023. Kellogg is listed alongside HBS and GSB as schools reporting full-time MBA enrollment for women at or above 40%.

Duke Fuqua has released its MBA Class of 2023 employment data, reporting a jump in total compensation & a drop in tech placement over the last couple years.

Article shares that the Zell Fellows Program at Kellogg has received a $25 million gift from the Zell Family Foundation in honor of the program’s 10th anniversary, creating a permanent home for it at the school.

Business schools are adapting to address the growing importance of artificial intelligence in business, with a focus on teaching students how to apply & understand AI technology. Kellogg, with its MBAi program, is listed among business schools that are adding AI components to their curricula. The MBAi program was also featured in Entrepreneur.

The joint Kellogg-HKUST program has retained first place in the latest FT EMBA Ranking.

Article quotes Prof. Adam Waytz, who suggests that companies can do more to promote positive morale by giving employees back their free time.

Article by Prof. Brooke Vuckovic shares steps that new managers can take to become better at providing feedback, & it starts with becoming aware of mistakes they may be making and how to avoid those pitfalls.

Announcing the launch of the Ryan Institute on Complexity, funded by a $25 million donation from the Ryan Family Foundation, which is part of a larger $480 million gift. The institute—led by Professors Dashun Wang, Brian Uzzi, and Ben Jones—will focus on studying how system interconnections impact the success of organizations, particularly exploring how machines and humans can work together effectively in the age of AI.

In this broadcast segment, Prof. Janice Eberly discusses Fed policy and U.S. debt from the Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium.

The article features Prof. Victoria Medvec, who advises job seekers to appreciate the power of pay transparency, do thorough research to understand where they fit within compensation bands, articulate how they'll add value to the company, and frame the negotiation in terms of mutual interests.

The rapid advancement of generative AI holds immense potential to transform the economy and how work is done. Kellogg faculty offer insights and research findings in this curated collection of Generative AI articles.

Professor Phillip Braun discusses how predictions of a recession in the U.S. turned out to not be true, resulting in confusion about the future amongst economists.

Professor Michelle Buck explores the workplace after the “Great Resignation” and potential solutions for companies in the future.

Prof. Harry Kraemer suggests that managers should find a middle ground in managing the post-COVID workplace instead of dwelling on extremes, considering factors like collaboration, the value of in-person work, balance, & regular team check-ins

In this article, Prof. Leigh Thompson provides four big-picture tips for leaders to embrace and work effectively with generative AI in the workplace.

This article quotes Prof. Tim Calkins, who explains that the "Barbie" movie has become a massive opportunity for marketers to attract new customers of all ages and stay culturally relevant in a fragmented world.

Several AI courses offered by Kellogg are called out (Leading A.I.: Organizations; Ethics and Society; Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work; Customer Analytics and A.I.; and Human and Machine Intelligence), including the MBAi program.

Prof. Derek Rucker suggests that marketers should adopt a process-oriented approach that starts with data but focuses on generating hypotheses & understanding the root causes of problems to develop effective long-term solutions.

Prof. Lauren Rivera's research reveals that top-tier firms predominantly recruit from a small number of elite institutions, leading to a narrow pipeline that limits diversity & perpetuates socioeconomic advantages.

Kellogg Dean Francesca Cornelli says that Kellogg is actively participating in University dialogues to “determine how we will comply with the decision while continuing our work to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion on our campuses.” In addition, this Kellogg Insight article features Professor Lauren Rivera’s take on the ruling, its impact, and what she hopes to see elite intuitions do in response.

The article references research from Professor Anna Tuchman, which shows that the effects of boycotts are often short-lived.

The article quotes Professor Lauren Eskreis-Winkler, who discusses how experiencing failure can impact the advice you give, based on her research on learning from failure.

Research from Prof. Loran Nordgren found that we actually get more creative the longer we focus on a problem or task.

Prof. Leigh Thompson stresses the importance of developing virtual communication skills for successful negotiations in the digital age and shares research-backed strategies. It was also featured in Insider’s “10 Things in Tech” newsletter.

Prof. Tim Calkins says PGA sponsors are in a difficult decision as they decide whether to associate their brands with a Saudi-backed organization or withdraw sponsorship. Prof. Mike Mazzeo suggests that the companies ‘ decisions to continue sponsoring the PGA-LIV entity will depend on their past use of the PGA relationship and desired outcomes.

The article features Prof. Philip Braun, who believes that the presence of an inverted yield curve, despite a strong labor market, indicates an impending recession as it has historically been an accurate predictor.

Prof. Brian Uzzi discusses the implications of AI-generated music for what he sees as the inevitable creative class wars against AI and what it means for us all.

Read about Prof. Meghan Busse’s new sustainability-focused executive education course and the value and need for cross-functional business leaders to participate.

Findings from Professors Bryan Seegmiller and Dimitris Papanikolaou which suggest that workers will need to learn new software that uses artificial intelligence to expedite their tasks and increase their productivity. The Kellogg Insight article on their research was also featured in Business Insider.

Insights from Prof. Brooke Vuckovic on how to deliver negative feedback: clarify the purpose of the conversation, prepare to receive conflicting data points, and commit to listening well.

U.S. News & World Report has published its 2023-24 Best Business Schools rankings. Kellogg's Full-Time and Executive MBA programs are ranked #2, and the Evening & Weekend MBA is #3.

Professor Phillip Braun predicts the forthcoming recession to persist in mid-2024 and provides a sampling of economic indicators to support it.

Professor and Director of Kellogg’s Entrepreneurship program, David Schonthal, discusses why entrepreneurship is more than starting a venture from the ground up and explains why Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) is a viable option.

Professors Nour Kteily and Eli Finkel were recognized as 2022 HBR Prize finalists for their article “Leadership in a Politically Charged Age.”

Research from Professors Ravi Jagannathan and Robert Korajczyk found that using an expanded definition of profit that includes both earnings before taxes, depreciation, and amortization and R&D yields significantly better investment performance.

Research from Prof. Billy Brady explores why people tend to misperceive others as angrier than they really are online. In turn, he says, users tend to engage with triggering content, thereby amplifying it and giving it an algorithmic boost.

Research from Prof. Gregor Matvos, published shortly after the collapse of SVB, suggests that 186 American banks could fail if half of their depositors suddenly withdrew their funds. The study was also featured in a number of publications, including The Washington Post, The Economist, The Wall Street Journal , Bloomberg, Forbes, etc.

Prof. Alexander Chernev discusses the effectiveness of minimizing negative customer experiences. This can be achieved by addressing the two main detractors of a customer’s emotional journey: frustration and boredom.

This article cites research from Professors Erika Deserranno and Nicola Persico which found that raising the minimum wage led to a 4.5% increase in goods sold across all workers.

Prof. Jan Eberly is the lead candidate to be tapped to serve as the Fed’s vice chair. Her research found that strong and early Fed stimulus policies could help hasten a recovery, particularly when inflation is below the central bank’s 2% target & interest rates are close to zero.

Prof. Aaron Yoon suggests that as more companies take on ESG, they will need to quantify the impact of these actions for both the environment and shareholders.

Research by Prof. Artem Timoshenko demonstrates that machine learning models can not only predict the appeal of new aesthetic designs but also generate designs that are aesthetically pleasing or aesthetically innovative.

This article quotes Prof. Dimitris Papanikolaou, who says that jobs that emphasize interpersonal skills are much harder to be replaced by an AI.

Based on Prof. Guy Aridor’s research, this article suggests that knowing whether users migrate to other apps or cut back on screen time is critical for understanding the competition in the “attention economy.”

An article by Prof. David Schonthal says that to prime the next generation of entrepreneurs, there needs to be a more intentional effort to teach and encourage grit & resourcefulness. He discusses how Kellogg’s approach to entrepreneurship works to teach these tools.

Article by Prof. Adam Waytz explores both the downsides of busyness (employee turnover, reduced engagement, absenteeism, and impaired health) and the reasons for our obsession with it.

Article features research from Prof. David Dranove and Prof. Craig Garthwaite which explores the implications of incorporating AI into healthcare—in particular, how such software would affect the central role of the physician.

Article by Prof. Leigh Thompson discusses Alex Osborn’s four guiding principles of brainstorming, which are intended to create an environment which liberates people to think more creatively.

Article quotes Prof. Harry Kraemer who says that GPA has never been the ultimate indicator of success, in regard to ChatGPT’s ability to help students pass MBA exams.

Article by Prof. Joel Shapiro discusses how Formula One race car sponsors, like McLaren, use data analytics to inform everything from car design to racing strategy.

Prof. Aaron Yoon has been selected as one of the winners of Financial Times’ Responsible Business Education academic research award for his study on ESG practices and greenwashing.

Article features research from Prof. Hyejin Youn, which found that since 1870, innovation became less about new discoveries & more about combining existing technologies in new ways.

Article co-authored by Prof. Maryam Kouchaki discusses her research, which shows that self-disclosure of weakness can cause leaders to come across as more authentic.

Article by Prof. Derek Rucker reflects on his admiration for Disney’s iconic brand and the way it has maintained magic across its enterprises.

Prof. Phillip Braun, says that interest rates are causing problems, and the Treasury is financing the debt with short-term borrowing.

Research co-authored by Prof. Georgy Egorov focuses on rationales or the stories we use to support our perspectives on a given topic.

Article cites research by Prof. Brian Uzzi, which confirms that women face a greater challenge in networking for professional opportunities.

Article by Prof. David Schonthal discusses emotional friction and shares key tips to reduce this common source of resistance.

Article by Prof. Derek Rucker reflects on his admiration for Amazon’s strong affinity with the consumer.

Article announces the addition of Kellogg to The Consortium as the organization’s 23rd member. Dean Francesca Cornelli & Director of Diversity Admissions, Crystal Fazal, are quoted.

Article features findings from a study co-authored by Prof. Janice Eberly on how the pandemic’s economic impact would have been different if the option of remote work wasn’t widely available.

Article based on the research of multiple Kellogg marketing professors lists findings on how emotions like anger, fear, disgust, & anticipation impact what ends up in our shopping carts and on our calendars.

Article announces Kellogg’s new test waiver offering for recently laid-off tech employees. The announcement was covered by numerous news outlets. Dean Francesca Cornelli discussed Kellogg’s decision to implement the waiver on Yahoo! Money, & Assoc. Dean of Degree Programs Greg Hanifee was featured on Fox Business.

Prof. Dean Karlan was named the new chief economist for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Prof. Karlan will serve as USAID’s principal economist and top expert on economic policy & analysis.

It will take a while to assess the damage from the collapse of cryptocurrency exchange FTX, which was then hit by an outflow of unauthorized withdrawals worth an estimated $477 million.

Podcast episode features Prof. Carola Frydman as part of a roundtable conversation appraising the 50-year reign of shareholder primacy and the growing backlash against it today.

Prof. Lauren Eskreis-Winkler discusses her research & its focus on experimental set-up called the “Facing Failure Game,” which showed that people tend to look away from failure to protect their egos.

Article by Prof. Mohanbir Sawhney questions the motives behind Starbucks Odyssey, exploring the company’s possible “jobs-to-be-done" with the program’s rollout.

Article co-written by Prof. Scott Baker shows that U. S. policy uncertainty at the state level displays distinctive patterns & has important effects on the economic performance of states.

Article quotes Prof. Mike Mazzeo, who comments on the causes and effects of the possible Albertsons-Kroger merger.

Article by Prof. Aaron Yoon suggests that redistributing windfall profits into net-zero investments could carry significant societal benefits.

Article quotes Prof. Janice Eberly, who discusses recent data showing that working from home is associated with higher productivity.

Article by Prof. Derek Rucker reflects on his admiration for Apple’s brand and the way it has lived its values around “think different.”

Kellogg ranked #4 on the 2022 Businessweek full-time MBA rankings, up from #5 in 2021.

Article by Prof. Brooke Vuckovic suggests that while quiet quitting isn't new, it can be harmful to company culture and morale—and the best way to fight it is by focusing on your "star players" instead.

Article features new research by Professors Brian Uzzi and Ben Jones, which finds that gender-balanced teams produce higher novelty research and more successful innovation.

Article by Prof. Leigh Thompson examines the negotiation strategies used by Elon Musk during his failed acquisition of Twitter.

Article by Prof. Ike Silver discusses his research, which finds that staying neutral in a discussion can result in perceptions of untrustworthiness.

Article by Prof. Mitchell Petersen argues that the debate on carried interest isn’t over, regardless of proposed tax increases in the Inflation Reduction Act.

Article co-authored by Prof. Sally Blount emphasizes the importance of creating a purpose statement that employees can connect to in order to maintain a motivated workforce.

Kellogg ranked first in Poets&Quants’ 2022 composite ranking of the best EMBA programs in the United States. Article features commentary from Bernadette Birt, Assistant Dean of Kellogg’s EMBA Global Network, on industry demand and trends.

Article by Prof. Leigh Thompson discusses how negotiation fever can backfire and that formal negotiation should take place after an offer is on the table.

Prof. Derek Rucker ‘s article & new series features letters of admiration to popular brands & their marketing & advertising successes over the years.

The first article in the series praises Google’s creativity.

Professor Brian Uzzi is the recipient of the Network Science Society’s 2022 Euler Award for his foundational contributions to the study of embeddedness in networks.

Article quotes Professor Mitchell Petersen who discusses the cash held by large U.S. companies and the concerns this brings for investors.

Article features research and an index by Prof. Scott Baker that tracks the frequency of specific words in articles that suggests economic policy unpredictability has been rising steadily since the financial crisis. It is now far higher than in the late 1990s, when the index began.

Article quotes Prof. Lauren Rivera, who discusses the benefits of using hiring tests to evaluate candidates and their contribution to reducing unconscious biases.

Article written by Prof. David Schonthal says the best innovations originate from uncovering where users want to make the most progress.

Professor Brian Uzzi discusses why & how automation is the key to unlock, large sustainable advantage in firms across a variety of sectors.

Prof. Harry Kraemer discusses how Kellogg’s new corporate headquarters could have positive ripple effects on other companies in the Chicagoland area.

New book, The Human Element: Overcoming the Resistance That Awaits New Ideas, by Professors Loran Nordgren & David Schonthal, was named to the Thinkers 50 Best New Management Book List for the year.

Article distills this year's full-time MBA ranking from The Economist, in which Kellogg ranked #3.

Prof. Phillip Braun offers perspective on why the Fed rate hike was the correct move. Braun also asserts that inflation will remain high until 2023 & this will cause economy to slow leading to a potential moderate recession.

Professors Nour Kteily and Eli Finkel provide a framework to help managers understand when and how political conflict can become more corrosive in the workplace and how to navigate it more effectively.

Kellogg receives $2M gift from NU Trustee Tom Montag & Janet M. Montag, along with Bank of America Charitable Foundation to establish the Thomas K. Montag Senior Fellowship in Sustainable Finance.

Article provides overview of NU’s Venture Cat startup competition & commentary from Prof. Karin O’Connor on her role as a faculty advisor to student entrepreneurs & more.

Broadcast features Prof. Phillip Braun discussing inflation pressures and what Americans can expect of gas prices over the next several months.

Prof. Joel Shaprio discusses ways that sales organizations are using advanced analytics and why its imperative for mapping out sales success.

Prof. Ivy Onyeador named one of Poets & Quants Best 40-Under-40 MBA Professors this year for her outstanding achievements & research in the field of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

Recent survey finds that MBA’s looking for full-time work prefer those roles to be a mix of in-office and remote work.

Kellogg Insight article summarizes that more than anything else, it comes down to taxes.

Broadcast features Professor Carola Frydman discussing the Fed’s biggest interest rate hike in 22 years.

Article discusses aspect of inflation —significant cash holdings- overlooked by executives and investors.

Emphasizing skills and traits to lead with impact in a rapidly changing, complex, and challenging world

Read about Kellogg’s rankings on U.S. News and World Report

Article summarizing the Insightful Leader podcast featuring Professor Brenda Ellington Booth

Research from Kellogg Profs. Rucker & Nordgren about review language offering product quality clues

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Kellogg ranked first in Poets&Quants’ 2022 composite ranking of the best EMBA programs in the United States. Article features commentary from Bernadette Birt, Assistant Dean of Kellogg’s EMBA Global Network, on industry demand and trends.