Program Overview
Executive MBA Program
The Executive MBA (EMBA) Program at Kellogg is a transformative journey that develops new frameworks for solving tough business problems while broadening your global network.
Program Overview
Enrolling in Kellogg’s EMBA Program is one of the best investments you can make in your future. Here, in the company of the world’s most prominent executives, you will experience a journey—developing new frameworks for solving tough business problems while broadening your global network.
- Grow alongside high-caliber peers: With a diversity of experience and expertise, your classmates will provide invaluable perspectives on universal business challenges. Building lifelong connections will help you define your future as a high-impact leader.
- Be at the forefront of innovation: We are constantly adding new offerings and locations to our curriculum to meet the needs of today's changing landscape. The Executive MBA also qualifies as a STEM-designated field of study, offering substantial benefits to international students holding F-1 student visas.
- Join a global network: Our Global Network fosters cross-cultural learning and collaboration with students from around the world.
- Learn from world-renowned faculty: Combining cutting-edge research with real-world expertise, our faculty bridge theory and practice, equipping you with actionable insights that you can apply immediately. Through dynamic discussions, case studies, and hands-on learning, you’ll deepen your understanding of complex business challenges and sharpen your strategic thinking.
- Lead with purpose: Our distinctive, rigorous curriculum and leadership development programming will drive transformational growth in your skillset, so you can lead confidently across all aspects of your organization.
Locations and Schedules
Kellogg offers two prime U.S. locations — Miami, FL and Chicago, IL — and multiple schedules to suit your busy lifestyle. Whether you choose Miami or Chicago, you will benefit from the same world-renowned faculty and curriculum that define the Kellogg experience.
- Miami, FL / Once Monthly: The Miami campus combines the resources of Kellogg’s world-class business school with the opportunities of its Coral Gables, FL, location, which serves as a gateway to global markets. Classes are held once a month Thursday through Sunday.
- Chicago, IL / Twice Monthly: Located in Chicago's downtown Streeterville neighborhood, EMBA classes are held twice a month, Friday through Saturday, along with most Sundays.
Global Network
Our Global Network means that you have the opportunity to learn alongside peers and fellow leaders who live and work in the markets you’re studying, giving you a deep understanding of the market dynamics and customer needs of each area.
- As a Kellogg student, you have unparalleled opportunities to study, travel the world and develop the insights and cutting-edge perspectives needed to lead on a global scale.
Academics
Designed specifically for executives, our rigorous curriculum is led by world-renowned faculty, allowing you to hone your existing expertise and broaden your skill set.
- Core courses
- Advanced courses
- Certificates and elective courses
- Global electives
- Global Network Week
- Emerging Markets Courses
- Leadership development
- Faculty
Career Development
As a student and Kellogg alum, you have access to a host of resources, including our alumni network and lifelong learning opportunities.
- Career Opportunities
- Alumni benefits
Application Deadlines
- Aug. 13, 2025
- Oct. 1, 2025*
- Feb. 4, 2026
- April 1, 2026
- June 3, 2026
*Last deadline for Winter 2026 start
**Last deadline for Fall 2026 start
STEM Designation with Certification
As a STEM-designated program with certificates in Healthcare Leadership and Product Management, the Executive MBA continues to enhance its offerings to set students up for success.
Student Stories
Meet some of the students, faculty, staff and alumni that make up our vibrant community.
My experience with Kellogg Leaders is that they’re very balanced people. Both left and right brain, head and heart. In short, someone who’s committed to the success of an enterprise by way of their team. The way I think about it, it’s not about personal accolades but rather collective success — a feeling of we did this, versus I did this.
Craig Williams
’01, President of Jordan Brand at Nike, INC.
