Past attendees have included experienced international law firm partners and associates, corporate counsel, academics and executives responsible for corporate development, strategic planning, finance, negotiations and tax management. The diversity of culture and experience of the participants, combined with the multidisciplinary nature of the program, creates a unique think tank in which to explore the global marketplace from many perspectives. Because the Institute is limited in size, participants have the opportunity to swap ideas and develop relationships with fellow participants and outstanding faculty both inside and outside the classroom. Participants may customize the program to their needs and interests, studying by the week or by the day. Courses are taught by faculty of Northwestern University School of Law, including former Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman David S. Ruder, by faculty of Northwestern's renowned Kellogg Graduate School of Management and by experienced practitioners who serve as adjunct faculty members at Northwestern.
Course work is intensive, but the atmosphere remains informal.
Participants will still find time to enjoy the many recreational and cultural summertime activities that Chicago has to offer. Registration Options Each Institute session has been carefully structured to allow participants to create a program that meets their own interests and needs. Institute courses may be taken on a per session or on a per day basis. Participants may register to attend the full week sessions for a comprehensive examination and analysis of the program topic. Alternately, participants may register to attend for a day or set of days within a particular session for targeted intensive instruction in a particular area.