Executive Scholar Tracks

There is no separate fee required to become an Executive Scholar - you are automatically enrolled when you take your first qualifying program. However, anyone interested in the program is encouraged to complete a formal application. The application serves to inform the school of your intention to become an Executive Scholar, it helps the school monitor your progress through your track, and also serves as a tool to be used by you and the Executive Scholars Program Advisor in order to ensure that all programs in your track will qualify for a Certificate. The application is non-binding and does not obligate you to attend any programs. Your program choices can certainly change over time, as long as they still fit within the curriculum guidelines. You can download this form on our web site. Upon completion of the required programs, you will be awarded a Certificate of Professional Achievement.

Please download a current Kellogg Executive Scholar Curriculum Guide to assist you with the application process and choosing the track that is right for you. (.pdf)

Core Course Options
One of the following three core programs is required for completion of the Financial Management Certificate.
Elective Course Options
Three of the following elective programs are required for completion of the Financial Management Certificate.

Option One: This option requires completion of one program from four functional areas

Choose one of these Marketing & Sales programs:
Accelerating Sales Force Performance
Business Marketing Strategy
Consumer Marketing Strategy
Marketing Healthcare Products

Choose one of these Finance programs:
Corporate Finance: Strategies for Creating Shareholder Value
Finance For Executives
Merger Week: Creating Value through Strategic Acquisitions and Alliances

Choose one of these Leadership & Strategy programs:
Competitive Strategy
Corporate Governance: Effectiveness and Accountability in the Boardroom
Creating and Leading a Culture of Innovation
Creating and Managing Strategic Alliances
Driving Organic Top-Line Growth
Energizing People for Performance
Governing Family Enterprises
Leading High-Impact Teams
Leading Family Enterprises
Negotiation Strategies for Managers
Reinventing Leadership: A Breakthrough Approach
Soul of Leadership
Successful Corporate Renewal
The Market Focused Organization: Critical Steps in Achieving Sustainable Focus
Women's Director Development Program

Choose one of these Operations, Supply Chain & Technology programs:
Driving Strategic Value From IT
Strategic Data-Driven Marketing
Supply Chain Management: Strategy and Planning for Effective Operations
The Science of Lean Six Sigma Operations

Option Two:
Combine the Women's Senior Leadership Program with any one 2-day to 5-day program listed.

Option Three:
It is also possible to custom design a Certificate in General Management to meet the professional and executive education needs of an individual or the particular needs of an organization, based upon approval of the Kellogg Executive Scholar Program Advisor (scholars@kellogg.northwestern.edu). Each set of four completed programs may only count for one certificate.

Core Course Options
One of the following core programs is required for completion of the Leadership and Management Certificate
- Competitive Strategy
- Reinventing Leadership: A Breakthrough Approach
Elective Course Options
Three of the following elective programs are required for completion of the Leadership and Management Certificate for a minimum 13 full days in-classroom experience.

Core Course Options
One of the following three core programs is required for completion of Marketing and Sales Management Certificate for a minimum 13 full days in-classroom instruction.
Elective Course Options
Three of the following elective courses are required for completion of the Marketing and Sales Management Certificate.

Please visit the Kellogg Center for Nonprofit Management website for additional information and specific certificate requirements.

Core Course Options
Operations Management Week, which includes both:
- Supply Chain Management: Strategy and Planning for Effective Operations
- The Science of Lean Six Sigma Operations
Elective Course Options
Three of the following elective programs are required for completion of the Technology and Operations Certificate.

Executive Scholar Tracks

Financial Management

General Management

Leadership & Management

Marketing & Sales Management

Nonprofit

Technology & Operations