Program Overview

Introduction to the JD-MBA Program

The JD-MBA Program at Northwestern University is a unique and innovative program that allows students to earn both a Juris Doctor (JD) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in just three years. This program is designed for students who want to pursue a career in law and business, and provides them with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in both fields.

Program Structure and Curriculum

The JD-MBA Program is a three-year program that combines the standard first-year law curriculum with the core MBA curriculum. Students spend the first year at the Northwestern Pritzker School of Law's Chicago campus, where they complete the standard first-year law curriculum. The first summer and entire second year of study occur at Kellogg, where students complete the core MBA requirements. The second summer is devoted to an internship in law or business, and the final year is spent at the Law School, where students complete their remaining courses.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the JD-MBA Program, students must have earned a bachelor's or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university. Prior study in business or law-related fields is not required, and most students enter the program with a wide variety of work experiences.

Admission Criteria

Admission to the JD-MBA Program is highly competitive, and applicants must submit an integrated application through Kellogg Admissions. Applicants must also submit an eligible GMAT or GRE score, and register with the Law School Credential Assembly Service (CAS). A supplemental Law School application item must also be completed.

Program Highlights

The JD-MBA Program offers a rich array of experiential learning opportunities, enabling students to apply knowledge gained in the classroom to real-world, on-the-ground experiences. Students can provide legal and strategic consulting to small businesses through Northwestern's Entrepreneurship Law Center, and can also pursue global experiences at both schools.

Majors and Pathways

As a JD-MBA student, you'll participate in the same classes and coursework as your counterparts seeking only the MBA or law degree. Our strong MBA core curriculum creates a well-balanced academic foundation. You may opt to choose from seven majors during your MBA studies: Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Operations, Strategy, and Management Analytics. A major requires that a student complete the core course for the major and a minimum of four electives.

Electives

We offer a flexible curriculum to fit your needs and future plans. Our catalog contains more than 200 MBA courses that constantly adapt to the changing business landscape.

Recent JD-MBA Employers

JD-MBA students may pursue a business or legal position upon graduation from the JD-MBA Program. Students may utilize all services provided by the career centers at Kellogg and Northwestern Law. On average, we find that half of our graduating students take roles in law careers and the other half in business. Recent JD-MBA graduate employers include:

• 7-Eleven, Inc.
• Acumen / Cacao de Colombia
• Amazon.com
• Bain & Company Inc.
• Bank of America
• Citigroup, Inc.
• Cravath Swaine & Moore LLP
• Davis Polk & Wardwell
• Goldman Sachs
• Google, Inc.
• Kirkland & Ellis LLP
• Liberty Mutual
• McKinsey & Company Inc.
• Microsoft Corporation
• Sidley Austin LLP
• Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
• Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
• Sterling Partners

Alumni Success

JD-MBA graduates are highly sought after by law firms, corporations, government entities, and nonprofit organizations. Alumni serve in leadership positions in many different fields, including private practice, elected office, the executive suite, venture capital, private equity, and consulting. Notable alumni include:

• Divya Narendra ’12, former creator of Facebook, CEO Founder SumZero
• Chris Thorne ’06, Chief Marketing Officer & Head of Product, Beats by Dre (Apple)
• Mark Siconolfi ’04, Managing Director, Goldman Sachs
• Drew Panahi ’02, Senior Counsel, U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission
• Ben Huang ’00, Head of Global Marketing, Mediaroom Division, Ericsson
• Courtney Armstrong ’97, SVP business affairs, Warner Bros. Pictures
• Michael J. Sacks ’88, CEO, Grosvenor Capital Management
• Terrence Scully ’78, President, Target Financial and Retail Services

Conclusion

The JD-MBA Program at Northwestern University is a unique and innovative program that provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in both law and business. With its rich array of experiential learning opportunities, flexible curriculum, and strong alumni network, this program is an excellent choice for students who want to pursue a career in law and business.