Wharton Thought Leadership

We believe that knowledge is the muscle of business. Strengthening the ability to flex that muscle at the right time, in the right way, is one way to be Wharton ready, prepared to successfully tackle new challenges. At Wharton, our thought leadership, generated by 225+ faculty and 20 research centers and initiatives, can help you get there. It crosses multiple disciplines and is available to you in a variety of ways — from live online programs to daily Wharton Business Radio interviews. Immerse yourself in Wharton knowledge, and strengthen your ability to meet today’s challenges to drive business results.

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Jules Van Binsbergen on Finance Skills and Jazz Piano

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Jules van Binsbergen on Finance Skills and Jazz Piano

What investors miss about skill, value, and markets — and why finance, careers, and jazz piano have more in common than you think. Read article »

When Monetary Policy Is Asked to Do Too Much

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When Monetary Policy Is Asked to Do Too Much

In the wake of the turmoil surrounding the U.S. Federal Reserve, Wharton’s Patrick T. Harker, former president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, explains why monetary policy cannot substitute for sustainable fiscal policy. Read K@W article »

Leading with Grounded Confidence

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Leading with Grounded Confidence

Great leaders don’t pretend to have all the answers. Instead, they stay grounded in values, open to learning, and steady when decisions are hard. Read article »

The Edge

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The Edge: How 10 CEOs Learned to Lead and the Lessons for Us All

Management professor Mike Useem followed CEOs to discover how their leadership has evolved to meet today’s challenges. One takeaway: great leaders keep adding to their skill set; as circumstances change, new capabilities are required. Read more about the book »

Redefining Corporate Governance

Establishing Essentials for the New Business Era

Board governance is one of the most challenging issues for a firm to manage, and social injustice, civil unrest, and the global pandemic have only added complications. Hear from experts on which issues firms should address and how to measure success.

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Beyond Business

Having the right leadership in place to grapple with these new pressures and enterprise risks, in both the C-suite and the boardroom, is critical. The problem is that historically, these have not been issues that were at the top of the agenda for firms. That means many boards are simply not equipped to think through and manage them."

Mary-Hunter "Mae" McDonnell Associate Professor of Management, The Wharton School

Reseach Centers

Research Centers for Interdisciplinary Study

Wharton’s 20 research centers and initiatives produce thought-provoking and timely analysis that is used by business leaders around the world. From customer analytics to public policy to sports and business, we connect leaders directly to the leading minds in business and the latest research that impacts your industry. Learn more »