
1908-2008
In its first 100 years, the Kellogg School
has established itself as the leading innovator in management education.
Whether introducing teamwork as a central feature the curriculum, reshaping
fundamental academic theory or creating a global network of MBA programs,
Kellogg has long influenced the way that business is taught. Use the
links below to learn about the major changes that occurred by decade.

Highlights from 1907-2008
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centennial events spotlight
Centennial Celebration
Kellogg history comes alive in new book
Wide Awake in the Windy City looks back at school’s 1908 founding, tracing Kellogg rise as global leader and revealing its future ambitions.Download the Centennial Conference Series Brochure
more... Signature Event: Global Insight, Chicago
McDonald’s CEO Jim Skinner shares the keys to global brand-building at Chicago Centennial event

Skinner shared the business principles that led McDonald’s turnaround at the Kellogg School Global Insight luncheon Feb. 20 at the Chicago Hilton & Towers Hotel. More than 700 people attended the event, one of a series of international Centennial conferences marking the Kellogg School’s 100th year.
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Zurich Conference
Centennial conference in Zurich focuses on leadership in a turbulent business environment

Photos © Joanna Plumber
Business has entered a dramatically unpredictable new age. Threats to the global financial system, a worldwide economic downturn and the demands of rapid innovation are rewriting the rules of successful business management.
To help leaders keep pace, the Kellogg School hosted a two-day global forum in Zurich, the second in its series of international Centennial conferences focusing on the most vital issues in management today. [ read more event coverage ]

McDonald’s CEO Jim Skinner shares the keys to global brand-building at Chicago Centennial event

Skinner shared the business principles that led McDonald’s turnaround at the Kellogg School Global Insight luncheon Feb. 20 at the Chicago Hilton & Towers Hotel. More than 700 people attended the event, one of a series of international Centennial conferences marking the Kellogg School’s 100th year.
[ read more coverage ]

Zurich Conference
Centennial conference in Zurich focuses on leadership in a turbulent business environment

Photos © Joanna PlumberBusiness has entered a dramatically unpredictable new age. Threats to the global financial system, a worldwide economic downturn and the demands of rapid innovation are rewriting the rules of successful business management.
To help leaders keep pace, the Kellogg School hosted a two-day global forum in Zurich, the second in its series of international Centennial conferences focusing on the most vital issues in management today. [ read more event coverage ]

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