Peking University, February 22, 2022: The Guanghua-Kellogg Executive MBA program Applications for 2022 Intake is Now Open!


The Guanghua-Kellogg Executive MBA program is a global partnership between Peking University's Guanghua School of Management and Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, bringing together the world-class faculties of two premier business schools and featuring a rigorous and cutting-edge curriculum that integrates eastern management philosophy and Western management science. The program prepares executives with integrated management skills, Chinese business expertise, and a global perspective to lead their organizations in a dynamic environment.

Guanghua School of Management


QS World University Rankings 2021 in the mainland of China
#2 in Accounting and Finance
#1 in Economics and Econometrics
#2 in Business and Management Studies

Kellogg School of Management


US News Rankings 2022
#3 Best Executive MBA Programs
#1 in Marketing in Business School Specialty Rankings
#2 in Management in Business School Specialty Rankings

Program Overview


Why GK?

Global Leadership with China Expertise

The curriculum integrates Eastern and Western management practices and emphasizes western management science and eastern management philosophy. It includes cutting-edge theories, and is closely links business theory and practice, encouraging students to explore future economic growth opportunities with a global mindset.


Global Electives with Local Insights

As part of the GK-EMBA program, students will have the opportunity to complete a global elective at partner schools of Kellogg’s global network encompassing six campuses around the world (Recanati at Tel Aviv University in Israel; Schulich at York University in Canada; Hong Kong University of Science and Technology; WHU at Vallendar in Germany and Kellogg’s Chicago and Miami campuses).


Global Network with Elite Peers

As a GK-EMBA student, you will have access to both Guanghua and Kellogg’s EMBA alumni network, as well as to Kellogg’s global network that spans 113 countries and 6 continents, connecting more than 75,000 alumni. This immersive network offers students opportunities to engage in collaborations with peer leaders across the globe.


Application Guide

1. General Info
Start Date: September
Duration: Two Years
Language: English
Teaching Structure: 12 Modules taught every other month, with each module lasting 5-6 days.
Locations: Mainly in Beijing and two modules overseas.
Degree: 1. Upon graduation, participants are conferred a joint EMBA degree from Peking University and Northwestern University. 2. Participants will also be awarded with an EMBA diploma and degree from Peking University.

2. We Look for
✦  Entrepreneurs with a desire to understand international changes in the context of globalization and transform their businesses;
✦  Senior managers in international corporations who aim to develop overseas markets;
✦  Business leaders and professionals with a foothold or interest in the Chinese market who seek to develop a global perspective to elevate their competitiveness.

3. Requirements
✦  A bachelor's degree or above from a recognized university or an approved institution;
✦  A minimum of 8 years of significant full-time work experience in a managerial position with increasing responsibilities;
✦  As the program is taught in English, English proficiency is required.

4. Faculty
Guanghua School of Management features a world-class faculty with international vision represented by Professors Li Yining and Liu Qiao, as well as a renowned academic scholars with international influence who apply their professional insights to the pressing issues of the era.


Kellogg School of Management is well known for its world-leading academic research. It has produced world-class research and leads in the teaching of many fields such as negotiation and organizational management, and is recognized as No.1 in the United States for Marketing.


5. Lifelong Learning

The program leverages its networks to provide students and alumni with lifelong learning opportunities outside the classroom：
✦  Master Classes
Leading entrepreneurs and scholars from around the world are invited to share their insights on pressing topics;
✦  Company Visits
Combining business theory and practice, students visit leading companies to interact with business leaders;
✦  Field Trips
Students gain an understanding of local economic environments, cultural characteristics, and the business atmosphere.

6. Class Profile




7. Program Participants

Our EMBA students come from a diverse range of industry backgrounds with rich international experiences. They are enthusiastic, inclusive, open, and relentless in their pursuit of excellence. They expertly operate across cultural boundaries and are innovative pioneers at the forefront of their respective industries.


8. Application Process

Applicants are are required to pass an interview as part of the application process. More details about the process can be found in the chart below:


Upcoming Deadline

Next Interview Date: March 2022

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Phone: (8610) 6274 7158 / 7151
Email: gkemba@gsm.pku.edu.cn

Source: PKU Guanghua School of Management
Editor: Pu Hairui