EMBA in MBA (Executive)

You are required to submit official transcripts from all universities and colleges you have attended in the United States and abroad, whether you graduated from the institution or took just one class. To qualify as an official transcript, it must be sent directly to us from your institution, and contain the signature or seal of the university registrar. If you have transcripts from an institution outside the United States or Canada, you must have them evaluated on a course-by-course basis by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

The following essays are required of all applicants: Essay 1) Intentionality is a key aspect of what makes our graduates successful Kellogg leaders. Help us understand your journey by articulating your motivations for pursuing an MBA, the specific goals you aim to achieve, and why you believe a deferred enrollment program is the right fit for you. Moreover, share why you feel Kellogg is best suited to serve as a catalyst for your career aspirations and what you will contribute to our community of lifelong learners during your time here. (450 words)

The sponsorship letter from your organization must state that they support and approves the time required for you to attend the Executive MBA Program. If your organization is providing financial sponsorship, please state that in the letter as well. However, you are not required to have financial sponsorship. The letter of support must: 1) Appear on company letterhead 2) Be signed by someone in the organization who has authority to grant the time off 3) Acknowledge your interest in the program 4) Approve any time off needed to attend classes 5) Confirm that you will not be penalized for any time used to attend the program 6) If applicable, explain the level of financial support the organization is willing to provide

The following essays are required of all applicants: Essay1) We know that life is full of extenuating circumstances. Whether you want to explain gaps in work experience, your choice of recommenders, inconsistent or questionable academic performance or something else, you can use this section to briefly tell us anything we need to know about your application.

There are a few things to keep in mind when preparing your resume or CV. Unlike the resume you’d present for a job, you’ll want to update this version to be less industry-specific so the members of our admissions committee can easily understand your full professional history and background. It’s important to note that we do not require a specific format or length. In addition to submitting your resume or CV, you will need to fill out the employment section of the application. This is your chance to delve deeper into your career accomplishments and enlighten us on any major shifts that appear in your resume, including key transitions between jobs and big promotions. Make sure to double-check the accuracy of the information in this section and fully answer all components of the form.

The video will be comprised of three questions, each designed to help you showcase your personality and share some of the experiences that brought you here today. Some things to keep in mind as you prepare to complete this section: Video essays are due 96 hours after the application deadline. A video essay link will appear on your Application Status Page after you submit your application and payment. You will need an internet-connected computer with a webcam and microphone. The video should take about 20-25 minutes to complete, which includes time for setup. Here are some additional tips: There are practice questions that you may complete as many times as you like to get comfortable with the format and technology. The practice questions and experience will simulate the actual video essay experience to help you prepare. We encourage you to practice so you are comfortable with the format once it is time to complete the official questions. You will not have an opportunity to re-do the answer to the official video essay questions. You will have a brief moment to think about the question and up to one minute to give your response.