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Earn an Executive Scholar Certificate
A Kellogg credential that is uniquely you
Growth-minded leaders like you understand that lifelong learning is an essential part of staying ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.
With the Executive Scholar Certificate, you can earn a credential that distinguishes you as a leader, is customized to your professional development goals, and confers special Scholar benefits upon certificate completion.
With the completion of the Emerging C-Suite Leaders program, you are already nearly halfway to achieving the Scholar Certificate!
Scholar Benefits
- A Certificate of Professional Achievement including a digital certificate for your social media profile
- A 15% discount on all Executive Education year-long Chief Officer Programs
- A 30% discount on Kellogg Executive Education open enrollment programs
- Membership in the global Kellogg alumni network and access to the online network
- Opportunities to participate in alumni clubs and events
- And more!
Please note that personalized career advice is not available to Executive Scholars.
How do I become an Executive Scholar?
Complete the Emerging C-Suite Leaders Program plus either of the following program combinations within five years:
- 3 Online Programs + 1 Live Virtual or In-Person Program* or
- 2 Live Virtual or In-Person Programs* + 1 Online Program
*Live virtual and in-person programs shorter than four full program days may need to be supplemented with an additional program to complete Scholar Certificate requirements. Talk to the Scholar Certificate Advisor for details.
We offer personalized advising to help you plan your path to certificate completion. Contact our Scholar Advisor to discuss your goals.
How to Get Started
LET US KNOW YOU WOULD LIKE TO BECOME AN EXECUTIVE SCHOLAR
Complete this brief form to indicate your interest in becoming an Executive Scholar and help track your progress toward earning the Executive Scholar Certificate.
- You may submit this form anytime. All eligible programs taken within a five-year period will count toward your Certificate.
- After you submit the form, an Advisor will contact you with additional information and a link to set up an advising appointment.
QUESTIONS? SCHEDULE AN ADVISING APPOINTMENT ANYTIME
- Schedule time to speak with the Scholar Advisor: Executive Scholar Certificate Advising
- Contact us via email any time with questions about your program selections or Certificate track.
- You will need to register or apply for each of the programs you choose to take toward your Executive Scholar Certificate. The best place to explore programs is the Kellogg Executive Education website
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you tell me more about program selection and timeline?
The Scholar Certificate is designed to be extremely flexible as it is personalized to your learning goals and timeline. You have within five years of your first program to complete your remaining requirements. Go as quickly or as slowly as you would like, and select the programs that are the best fit for your professional goals. We are here to help so do reach out anytime you have any questions or if you would like advising.
Are there any admission or academic requirements to earn the Scholar Certificate?
There are no admission or academic requirements since all of our programs are non-degree continuing education. All of our programs are designed specifically for organizational leaders like you.