Graduate With A Dual MBA Degree at Northwestern’s Kellogg School

When going for that MBA, why not just go for two graduate degrees? That’s possible at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.

The business school, tucked inside Chicago, offers two dual MBA programs. Some of its graduates have gone on to work for Amazon and Microsoft. Plus, living in Chicago is a bonus.

The Windy City has vibrant arts, food, and comedy scenes, as well as a growing number of traditional career opportunities. Though the state of Illinois is suffering financially, Chicago saw a jump in employment following the Great Recession. The city is also home to headquarters for some of the biggest banks in the country.

Really, isn’t deep-dish pizza all a person needs though? Candidates can enjoy some Chicago-style pizza (if they’re into that kind of thing) while studying hard to achieve that dual degree.

Masters of Science in Design Innovation (MMM)

According to the school, this program is the first of its kind. Graduates walk away with their Kellogg MBA—and a Masters of Science in Design Innovation from Segal Design Institute at the McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science.

That’s a steal. Especially given that this takes no more than two years. Candidates who want to build a successful business with a strong focus on design should really benefit from this program. Some design tools students learn while at Kellogg include user-centered research methods, prototyping, and implementation.

But every student has a specific interest. The program’s electives allow participants to hone in on whatever skills they need to succeed. These courses can look like programming design or even whole-brain communication.

“The MMM program challenges me to be more dynamic: in thought, in understanding, and in action,” Kellogg student Vikram Raju said on the school’s website.

The Kellogg MMM is a full-time program, offering classes during both the day and evening.

JD/MBA Program

This program is tailored specifically to the business-savvy with an interest in law. The JD/MBA program offers graduates a Masters of Business Administration from Kellogg, as well as a Juris Doctor from the Northwestern School of Law.

Again, Kellogg set an example with this program: It’s the first kind in the U.S. Be it for someone who ultimately wants to do law or someone who wants to hold a unique set of business skills, the JD/MBA program uniquely positions its graduates for the real world. Law firms, corporations, and nonprofits look to Kellogg’s JD/MBA graduates. Some alumni even go onto elected office.

“This program attracts people who are leaders,” JD/MBA student Adina Lord said on the program’s website.

This program takes three years (one year more than the MMM), but it’s worth it. The average student takes five years to achieve these degrees separately.

While working toward the MBA, students can choose an expertise: accounting, economics, and marketing, among others. Then, there’s the legal background on top. And the practice is hands on.

While at Kellogg, students can work with Northwestern’s Entrepreneurship Law Center, Global Lab, or Venture Lab. All these resources give students experience they need to attract future employers. The Law Center connects students with small businesses, where they can give businesses legal and strategic consulting.

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