Major business decisions hinge on accurately applying and interpreting financial, analytical and strategic models. And in an increasingly complex world, decision makers must skillfully examine quantitative data in context with trends in science, technology, economics and politics.

The Kellogg School of Management’s Certificate Program for Undergraduates addresses these needs, aligning business requirements with the exceptional talents of Northwestern University students. The program is open to Northwestern juniors and seniors — regardless of their school or major — who have strengths in mathematics and analysis and a grounding in the liberal arts, including students in Northwestern’s highly regarded math and engineering programs. The certificate program’s distinctive four-course curriculum develops students’ critical thinking and business applications skills with a foundation in the quantitative analysis that underlies all strategic business decisions. Analytical models taught in the program can be applied to business scenarios such as mergers and acquisitions, valuation, asset management, new products, strategy formulation, supply chain design, and pricing.

Students enrolled in the Certificate Program retain their declared academic majors and remain in the school in which they are enrolled. The certificate award is noted on the student’s transcript upon successful completion of the four certificate courses and graduation from the University. Students must currently be enrolled at Northwestern University in order to apply to the program.  Applications from high school students and students enrolled at other universities are not accepted.

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