Northwestern University

How this program compares

Budget-wise, $90.9K puts this master's program at the 93rd percentile on cost — about 112% above the $42.9K average across 394 comparable listings. It runs on a full-time schedule (on-campus).

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Applicants typically need a bachelor's degree with strong STEM or technology background and professional work experience.[3] The program uses the GMAT or GRE for standardized testing and evaluates transcripts, essays, and video responses demonstrating technical aptitude and career motivation in AI.

About This Program

A joint degree from Kellogg and McCormick that integrates machine learning, robotics, and computational thinking with high-level business strategy and management. Coursework concentrates on Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning and AI Engineering / Applied AI. Most students complete it in about 1.25 years.

Develop and implement AI/ML solutions for complex business problems.

At roughly $90.9K total, Northwestern University's MBAi Program: AI Focused MBA sits above the $42.9K average among AI master's programs we track — the 93rd percentile on price. Applicants should weigh that premium against the program's outcomes and brand.

It is one of 35 AI-related programs we track in Illinois, of which about 34% offer an online option. On price, it comes in higher than about 66% of the Illinois programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $71.7K.

Graduates frequently move into roles such as Product Analyst, with reported salaries around $115,000–$150,000.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of Northwestern University's MBAi Program: AI Focused MBA most often target Product Analyst roles, where reported compensation runs around $115,000–$150,000. Its focus on Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning and AI Engineering / Applied AI maps directly to how employers in business ai screen for specialized skills rather than generic degrees. Federal projections for this occupational area point to roughly 23% growth this decade — verify the current figure on the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook before you rely on it.

• 1. AI/Machine Learning Engineer
• 2. Data Science Manager
• 3. AI Strategy Consultant
• 4. Technology Innovation Leader

What You'll Learn

• Develop and implement AI/ML solutions for complex business problems
• Lead strategy and innovation in AI-driven organizations
• Evaluate ethical implications and governance of artificial intelligence systems
• Apply advanced data analytics and machine learning techniques to enterprise challenges

Curriculum Highlights

The five-quarter program features core MBA courses plus specialized training in AI, machine learning, and a summer professional internship.

Top Employers

Top employers for AI-focused MBA graduates include technology leaders like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, IBM, and consulting firms such as McKinsey and Boston Consulting Group, as well as financial services and healthcare organizations investing heavily in AI infrastructure.

Admissions

Admission to Northwestern University's MBAi Program: AI Focused MBA generally expects a bachelor's degree. Plan for the GRE, which this program lists as required. Deadlines, testing policies and funding change year to year, so confirm the current requirements on the official program page before applying.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Video Essay: Required (three questions showcasing personality and experience)[1]
• Official Transcripts: Required

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