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MBA
On-Campus

Northwestern University

Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management MBA

  • Evanston
About This Program

Kellogg MBA is known as the world’s best marketing program and excels in strategy and operations. The program emphasizes teamwork, experiential learning, and developing ‘T-shaped’ leaders who are both broad and deep.

Student Reviews
What You'll Learn

Curriculum includes core courses in finance, marketing, strategy, operations, and managing organizations. Marketing and operations courses are particularly renowned. Electives in digital marketing, brand management, startup strategy, and social innovation.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
24-month program with core curriculum integrated throughout both years. Emphasis on learning teams (5 students per team for majority of classes). Consulting projects with real companies, Field Study trips to emerging markets. Winter intensives and simulations.
Typical Course Topics
1. Corporate Finance 2. Strategic Management 3. Marketing Analytics 4. Operations Management 5. Business Ethics and Governance 6. Organizational Leadership
Program Specializations:
Marketing & Customer Insights
Strategy & Entrepreneurship
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and typically have 3–5 years of professional work experience. GMAT or GRE scores are required; top applicants average 650–730 on the GMAT.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
β€’ GMAT/GRE: Required
β€’ TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+, IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

β€’ Statement of Purpose: Required
β€’ Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
β€’ Resume: Required
β€’ Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Application Timeline

Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.

Career Opportunities in AI

Kellogg graduates excel at consumer companies (P&G, Coca-Cola, NestlΓ©), marketing agencies, and consulting firms. Median salary $165,000+ with strong advancement to CMO and strategy roles. 95%+ placement within 3 months.

Industry Data: The following salary and job data reflects typical industry trends for AI professionals, not specific to New York University. Individual outcomes vary based on skills, location, and experience.

Estimated Industry Salary
Management Consultant: $120,000 Corporate Finance Manager: $125,000 Operations Director: $118,000 Product Manager: $115,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
8.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Management Consultant 2. Corporate Strategy Manager 3. Operations Director 4. Product Manager
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Graduates work at leading firms including Goldman Sachs, McKinsey & Company, Google, Amazon, and Fortune 500 corporations across finance, technology, and consulting sectors.
Program Details
Duration
  • 2 Year
Tuition
  • 177,500
Format
On-Campus
Specializations
Marketing & Customer Insights
Strategy & Entrepreneurship