We cannot compare Kellogg MMM and Kellogg Full-time MBA, and conclude that one program is better than the other. They are different programs targeted for students with different goals.
Kellogg's MMM is a dual-degree program that incorporates design thinking into every products and services. In addition to that "Process thinking" is integrated into operations management so that the resources are managed efficiently, thus leading to timely delivery of services for clients.
MMM degree covers two curriculum requirements - the Master of Business Administration from Kellogg and the Master of Engineering Management from McCormick. Like Kellogg Full-time MBA Program, students can choose majors from Finance, Marketing, and Strategy. Also, a major in Design and Operations can be acquired with the MMM curriculum.
If you are looking for differences here are a few key ones:
a) Core Courses: MMM Core Courses covers all the topics from the Full-time MBA Core but the emphasis is given on Core Design and Innovation related courses. Since the students recruited have a strong analytical and a financial degree background, core courses such as Finance, Accounting, Operations and Decision Sciences are covered at a much faster pace.
b) Operations Management: Process thinking is another approach that is encouraged during the MMM course. Since Operations Management requires management of processes, supply chains, products and services, Process thinking can help students with this specialization.
c) Innovation: Kellogg MMM encourages integration of possibility and process based thinking, allowing students to develop innovative solutions that improve the overall user experience for customers. Some of the interesting courses that are part of the program are Innovation Frontiers, Web, and Medical Innovation Courses, Organizing for Innovation and NUvention.
Conclusion
Kellogg MMM is ideal for candidates who would like to specialize in Operations Management or specialization that requires design and process based thinking. For candidates interested in a Management Consulting Career, Kellogg Full-time MBA program would be a better choice.
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