Twice Monthly Program in Chicago, IL
A world-class EMBA program in the heart of Chicago
Located in the heart of one of the world's premier business hubs, Kellogg’s Chicago Executive MBA campus connects you directly to Fortune 500 headquarters, leading consulting firms, and a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. Home to thousands of organizations with rich international ties and world-renowned commercial, entertainment and cultural centers, Chicago provides a lively, inspirational environment to learn from peers.
Classes take place at Northwestern University’s Wieboldt Hall, home to Kellogg’s working professional programs, and located just steps from the Lake Michigan shoreline path. Wieboldt Hall features renovated technology-enabled classrooms, several elevated gathering and networking spaces and unique storage solutions for our visitors.
During your stay, you will reside at the Omni All-Suites Hotel in an exclusive retreat-like atmosphere, designed to ensure optimal comfort during your studies. With dedicated spaces to collaborate, network and rest, students will benefit from a high-touch experience that only Kellogg can deliver.
Students attending the Chicago campus take classes every other week, beginning Friday afternoon and ending Saturday evening, or, approximately once per quarter on Sunday afternoon.
Key benefits
- Learn at Wieboldt Hall, a historic and centrally located facility designed to support the rigorous demands of executive leaders, offering an environment tailored for high-performing professionals.
- Access state-of-the-art classrooms, collaboration rooms, and 24-hour resource centers that empower you to balance learning with your demanding career.
- Build lasting professional relationships through informal interactions with esteemed faculty and accomplished peers in newly renovated, productivity-focused spaces.
- Benefit from free Thursday night lodging (upon application) if you're traveling from outside the Chicago area—making it easier to prioritize your education without compromising your schedule.
- Broaden your leadership perspective through global elective courses offered in Miami and international locations—expanding your impact across markets and cultures.
Key benefits – Omni All Suites Hotel
- Live in executive-level suite accommodations at the nearby, four-diamond, Omni All Suites Hotel, just a 7-minute walk from Wieboldt. Each welcoming suite includes a roomy living area set apart from the main bedroom.
- Experience seamless VIP Check-In through a designated lobby space strictly for Executive MBA students.
- Receive automatic enrollment in the Omni Select Guest Program with Gold Status, granting several benefits, including a complimentary daily beverage voucher to use for networking over coffee or a drink in the 676 Restaurant & Bar.
- Benefit from concierge services at the front desk, complimentary WiFi and access to fitness rooms and snack rooms 24/7.
- Enjoy exclusive access to a custom late-night lounge, created specifically for Executive MBA students to utilize for networking and relationship-building.
- Benefit from convenient and discounted parking accommodations.
Downtown Chicago campus
Executive MBA first year calendar
Chicago classes are typically held Friday afternoon through Saturday evening, along with most Sundays. As class weekend schedules will differ depending on the electives you take, second year schedules are not available. Class dates and times are subject to change.
*Denotes weekends with Sunday classes
Orientation/Launch Week
Check-in: September 8
Programming: September 9 - 13
Class in session
- September 26 - 28*
- October 10 - 11
- October 24 - 26*
- November 7 - 8
- November 21 - 22
- January 9 - 10
- January 23 - 25*
- February 6 - 7
- February 20 - 22*
- March 6 - 7
- April 3 - 4
- April 17 - 19*
- May 1 - 3*
- May 15 - 17*
- May 29 - 31*
- June 20 - 24 (Intensive week)
- August TBD (Global network week)
Orientation/Launch Week
Check-in: January 24
Programming: January 25 - January 30
Class in session
- February 6 - 7
- February 20 - 22*
- March 6 - 8*
- March 20 - 22*
- April 3 - 4
- April 17 - 19*
- May 1 - 3*
- May 15 - 17*
- May 29 - 31*
- June 20 - 24 (Intensive week)
- August TBD (Global network week)