Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.

The Encyclopaedia Britannica Group is a global knowledge leader whose flagship products—from Encyclopaedia Britannica®, Britannica® Digital Learning, Britannica Knowledge Systems®, Merriam-Webster®, and Melingo®—inspire curiosity and joy of learning on multiple platforms and devices. Encyclopaedia Britannica, founded in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1768, marks its 250th anniversary this year. A pioneer in digital learning since the 1980s, the company today serves the needs of students, lifelong learners, and professionals by providing curriculum products, language-study courses, digital encyclopedias, and professional readiness training through its extensive products.

Website

http://www.britannica.com

External link for Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.

Industry

Book and Periodical Publishing

Company size

201-500 employees

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Type

Privately Held

Founded

1768

Specialties

digital reference works, digital education products, school curriculum, and mobile educational apps