Cengage reviews

2.9

31% would recommend to a friend

(2,405 total reviews)
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Michael Hansen

39% approve of CEO

24% positive business outlook

Cengage has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2,405 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Cengage employee rating is 22% below average for employers within the Media & Communication industry (3.7 stars).

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1.0
Sep 8, 2025

New execs not good

Recommend
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Pros

My team members were lovely to work with. Benefits were decent.

Cons

Cengage Works lead (newer hire) is all ego. Plays both sides but ultimately does what’s best for him. Treats other execs well but not those below his level.

4.0
Sep 4, 2025

Culture is Gone

Recommend
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Pros

Talent pool with a deep pool of knowledge and experience. Decent Benefits and reasonable comp.

Cons

Culture has eroded since pre-pandemic with less and less calibration and team spirit.

4.0
Sep 4, 2025

Great People

Recommend
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Pros

Respectful colleagues who are team players and genuinely care for your success.

Cons

Fast global changes are hard to cope for remaining employees

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