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Stanford GSB and the School of Engineering: A Shared Century of Innovation
100 years on, each school retains the pioneer mindset that changed the way the professions were taught.
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For 100 years, we’ve been dedicated to the things that haven’t happened yet, and the people who are about to dream them up. In 2025, we celebrated our Centennial through stories and events.
100 Years of Innovation
Some of the milestones, moments, and memories that define the GSB’s first century
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“There Was a Revolution Here”: 100 Years of Business Education
How Stanford GSB’s MBA program kept perfecting the best way to teach future business leaders — in just two years.
Things That Would Not Exist Without Stanford GSB Alums
Air Jordans, “The Bachelor,” Jell-O Jigglers, and 60 other inventions, products, and breakthroughs made possible by our grads
Big Ideas from Stanford GSB Faculty
Just a few of the influential findings and enduring discoveries made by Stanford GSB researchers
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Back to Class: Investment Management and Entrepreneurial Finance
Jack McDonald created a master class on investing that’s still paying dividends nearly 60 years later.
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Shining a Spotlight on Alumni Catalysts
Showcasing alumni who have helped create a legacy of impact
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The Unforgettably Challenging Course MBAs Line up to Take
Decades of students have learned about emotional intelligence in this fabled Stanford GSB course.
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December 04, 2014
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First Stanford Ignite Innovation Program Will Launch in London
Faculty will beam into Canary Wharf for part-time program in innovation and entrepreneurship.
November 24, 2014
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Stanford Ignite Program Information Session to Be Offered in New York December 3, 2014
Part-time program in innovation and entrepreneurship will launch in New York for the first time in March 2015.
November 05, 2014
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Stanford Graduate School of Business Creates New Online Executive Learning Experience
Innovative certificate program brings Stanford’s exceptional on-campus teaching elements to interactive, collaborative online experience.
October 29, 2014
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First Stanford Ignite Innovation Program to be Offered in New York
Part-time program for technical professionals, entrepreneurs, and STEM graduate students will start in 2015 in midtown Manhattan.
October 27, 2014
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Stanford Offers New Dual International Policy Studies/MBA Program
New program allows students to pursue an MBA and an MA in International Policy Studies in three academic years, instead of four.
October 13, 2014
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Learn About Stocks and Bonds Investing in Free Online Course
Self-paced course taught by Stanford GSB finance expert Josh Rauh focuses on how to make smart decisions as an investor.
October 07, 2014
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Five MBA Students Designated 2015 Siebel Scholars
The five join an elite group of the brightest students at the world's leading graduate schools of business, computer science, and bioengineering.
September 09, 2014
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New Faculty Combine Academic Rigor and Real-World Experience
Stanford GSB welcomes seven tenure-line faculty and 17 lecturers from a range of disciplines who will infuse the school’s curriculum with fresh perspectives.
September 03, 2014
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Stanford Ignite Program Returns to Bangalore in Spring 2015
Applications are due by October 7, 2014 for Stanford Ignite-Bangalore. Financial assistance is available for exceptional, self-sponsored applicants with need.
August 19, 2014
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Learn to Grow Your Business “Without Screwing Up” in Free Online Course
Stanford scaling experts Huggy Rao and Robert Sutton teach what it takes to create, spread, and sustain excellence as a venture expands and matures.
July 01, 2014
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Stanford Launches New Online Strategy Driven Innovation Course
Twelfth course completes offerings for online Stanford Certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Free webinar available July 15.
June 30, 2014
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Corporate Gifts Bring Global Perspective to Stanford GSB
The U.S.-Japan Council and Reliance Industries support students from Japan and India through business school fellowships.
June 18, 2014
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$4.6 Million Awarded for Research to Help Alleviate Poverty
Global Development and Poverty Initiative money builds on 22 awards funded by Stanford Institute for Innovation in Developing Economies.
June 16, 2014
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The Courage to Pursue Your Calling
Stanford GSB alumnus Phil Knight and Dean Garth Saloner urge 2014 graduates to follow their dreams.
June 13, 2014
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Stephanie Peng, MBA ’14: Finding Connections in the Momentous and the Mundane
Looking for community in matters big and small brings fulfillment on and off campus.
June 10, 2014
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Ross Jensen, MBA ’14: To Experience Joy, Get Beyond Serving Yourself
A teacher finds that doing for others in ways both big and small can make the difference between frustration and fulfillment.
June 08, 2014
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Carlos A. Sanchez-Martinez, PhD ’17: Refusing to Fall Into Mediocrity
At Stanford GSB, a student finds professors and peers who help him reach beyond his limits.
June 04, 2014
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Stanford to Offer Joint Electrical Engineering MS/MBA Degree Program
Joint degree expands multidisciplinary education.
June 02, 2014
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Three Stanford GSB Faculty Honored by Their Students
Students cited faculty members for their dedication and skill at teaching.
May 17, 2014
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Bella Rozenkrants, PhD ’15: Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Industry
Acting as an interpreter between those who conduct research and those who use it can help uncover solutions that are already out there.
April 26, 2014
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Eric Tsytsylin, MBA ’14: Building a Legacy Outside the Spotlight
The Arbuckle Leadership Fellow and recent Stanford alumnus shares how his experience transformed his perspective on success — and his purpose.
April 26, 2014
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Peter Varellas, MBA ’14: Teamwork Matters
A former Olympian explains how working together is critical to success in sports — and in business.
April 25, 2014
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Monica Chellam, MBA ’14: An Education in Self-Awareness
She came to Stanford to learn about business. She came away with a better understanding of herself, and of her role in society.
April 24, 2014
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Stanford Ignite Polytechnique Returns to Paris in September 2014
Applications accepted until June 10, 2014, for part time program in innovation and entrepreneurship aimed at technical professionals and scientists.