Kellogg or Booth PTMBA

Hi All,

I know this topic has been discussed before but I'd like to get some feedback. I've been lurking this site for years and have always found it helpful.

I'm trying to decide between the Part-Time MBA programs at Northwestern Kellogg and Chicago Booth. I've been accepted to both and my empolyer is paying 100% of the cost (tuition, books, fees, etc), hence my interest in part-time instead of full time.

My Profile:
BS in Finance from well-known state university
2 Years in a rotational BO leadership program at a BB
2 Years in risk management and ops on the commodities trade floor at a highly regarded derivatives prop shop
Currently in corporate strategy and management at an ecommerce/distribution company w/ high comp

My reasons for wanting a PTMBA:
0 cost to me
Chicago has two of the best PT programs in the country (do it while I'm here)
Improve the resume, network, open doors up to other industries (consulting/finance)

I know that a lot of people use an MBA as a way to change jobs or industries and increase comp. I'm genuinely interested in the education itself, the network, the social aspect, the reputation, and the resume improvement.

The general vibe I've gotten is Kellogg=Marketing/Consulting and Booth=Finance. I know that Booth is usually ranked higher, but I've been accepted to the accelerated Kellogg program (15 classes vs. Booth's 20). Also, Kellogg seems more social and collaborative whereas Booth may be more individual study and generally tougher. Booth PT boasts the same professors and program as the full time.

Anyone gone through either of these programs or have any advice on the decision? Any help is greatly appreciated.

Thanks

 
Best Response

I'm doing PT Booth (just started), and I think the social aspect is fine, although I've heard the same generalization that Kellogg is more 'social.' I am looking more at finance/quantitative courseload which is why I preferred Booth. Your reasons (education itself, network, etc) are the reasons I want the MBA in general. I may stay where I am, I may move, we'll see.

I'm not gunning for McKinsey or Goldman TMT so the PT designation is of no consequence. People on here have a real hard on for the fact these programs are generally easier to get into, some PT students act goofy at OCR events, and other things I give zero shits about. If prestige is the goal, that's true, but for others it's just comparing apples to oranges. For what I'm looking for, I'm already enjoying the experience immensely.

 

Currently weighing the same options, and I'm leaning towards Kellogg given they now offer an Accelerated track if you took undergrad business classes which can mean 5 less classes and $25,000 less to graduation.

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onemanwolfpack:

Currently weighing the same options, and I'm leaning towards Kellogg given they now offer an Accelerated track if you took undergrad business classes which can mean 5 less classes and $25,000 less to graduation.

Yeah I've been accepted to the accelerated Kellogg program. I understand the money savings, but since I'm not paying it's not a huge factor. It would make the length of the program 1.75-2 years instead of the usual 2.5 years. That part is good, but in the grand scheme of things 6 months isn't all that much time.

 

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