Program Overview

Introduction to the Kellogg MBA Program

The Kellogg MBA program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in business, emphasizing general management and leadership skills. The program is tailored for working professionals, offering flexibility and a range of specializations to suit individual career goals.

Program Structure

The Kellogg MBA program offers two pace options: Traditional and Accelerated. The Traditional Pace allows students to complete the program in 1.5 to 5 years, with a minimum of 20.5 credits required for graduation. The Accelerated Pace, on the other hand, requires students to have completed certain prerequisite courses before enrollment and can be completed in 1.25 to 4 years, with a minimum of 15.5 credits required for graduation.

Traditional Pace

The Traditional Pace is designed for students who want to take a more flexible approach to their studies. With this option, students can take up to four classes per quarter and have the flexibility to choose between an evening schedule and a weekend schedule.

Accelerated Pace

The Accelerated Pace is designed for students who have already completed certain prerequisite courses, such as microeconomics, marketing, operations, or statistics. This option allows students to complete the program in a shorter timeframe, with a minimum of 15.5 credits required for graduation.

Academics

The Kellogg MBA program offers a rigorous core curriculum, with courses in areas such as:

• Accounting
• Economics
• Finance
• Management Analytics
• Managing Organizations
• Marketing
• Operations
• Strategy

In addition to the core curriculum, students can choose from a range of electives and specializations, including:

• AI and Analytics Pathway
• Asset Management Pathway
• Energy & Sustainability Pathway
• Entrepreneurship Pathway
• Growth and Scaling Pathway
• Healthcare at Kellogg (HCAK) Pathway
• Real Estate Pathway
• Social Impact Pathway
• Technology Management Pathway
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Pathway

Student Experience

The Kellogg MBA program offers a range of extracurricular activities and resources to support students' personal and professional development, including:

• Evening & Weekend MBA Class Profile
• Extracurriculars
• Kellogg Emerging Leaders

Career Development

The Kellogg MBA program provides students with access to a range of career resources, including:

• Alumni Network
• Career outcomes and support
• Continuing Studies

Global Opportunities

The Kellogg MBA program offers a range of global opportunities, including:

• Global Options
• Locations
• Tuition and financing

Admissions

The Kellogg MBA program has several application deadlines throughout the year, including:

• Winter 2026: September 24, 2025
• Spring 2026: January 7, 2026
• Summer 2026: March 25, 2026
• Fall 2026: June 3, 2026

Research Areas

The Kellogg School of Management is recognized for its research excellence in a range of areas, including:

• AI + Data Analytics
• Family Business
• Social Impact + Sustainability
• Entrepreneurship
• Healthcare
• PE/VC

Faculty

The Kellogg School of Management has a distinguished faculty, with expertise in a range of areas, including:

• Faculty Directory
• Institutes + Centers
• Academic Departments
• Research + Books
• Case Studies
• Seminars + Events
• Faculty Teaching Awards
• Faculty Recruiting
• Kellogg Insight

Campuses

The Kellogg School of Management has several campuses, including:

• Chicago, IL
• Evanston, IL
• Miami, FL
• Global Network Campuses:
  • Beijing
  • Hong Kong
  • Toronto
  • Vallendar