Kennedy University of Leadership provides quality online graduate degree programs in business. Its purpose is to create socially conscious leaders of tomorrow, in the vein of its namesake John F. Kennedy, through career relevant degree programs. It will seek to achieve this purpose by providing a holistic student support experience which will enable increased access to graduate degree programs, beyond the traditional student market.As a formally registered institution in Florida, it's licensed by the Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education, ensuring a credible and recognized educational experience.
Kennedy University of Leadership (KUL) (kennedyu.org) has 18 customer reviews on Five Star Index, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
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2026
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I recently completed 3 Year MBA in only 12 months, most challenging and rewarding experience (having launched 37 hotel projects on a global scale, this was more intense but incredibly satisfying). I gained a Distinction despite 30 (thirty) years gap since I last studied in 1995, all thanks to a unique on-line program with amazing tutors!
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Jennifer
Perspective from a rookie member of KUL Advisory Council
As a rookie member of KUL's Advisory Council, Mat and his team have been incredibly welcoming and personable, rather different from my experience with universities in SG, where communications are rather stoic generally. I absolutely love KUL's unique academic approach partnering with actual employers for real-life projects for its MBA students - most optimum method to imprint learned knowledge via actual application with strategic-focus, rather than mere operations & administration.
I am eager to promote this to employers in SG whom I know woulld benefit greatly from this.
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Andrea B.
A fantastic institution
A fantastic institution, with the right focus on application of education, inclusivity and access. The standards of teaching are exemplary and the alumni network's continual engagement is integral to this high quality approach.
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hina N.
Very practical and inclusive approach…
Very practical and inclusive approach to learning based on organizational development.
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Léo B.
I completed the “Space Leadership” MBA…
I completed the “Space Leadership” MBA program at Kennedy University of Leadership over the course of a year.
Although the program was entirely online, I felt deeply connected to my class—whose members were based all over the world—as well as to my professors and the support staff, who always guided me with both high standards and kindness.
The way the learning experience is designed is perfect for making the most of the online format. From lectures to discussions and assignments, I felt my skills improve with every submission or group exchange.
I like to compare this MBA to learning in a simulator. By systematically drawing on real-world cases and pushing us to break down our actions and decision-making processes within a defined scenario, I felt like I was learning by doing and discovering for myself how I could be a leader, even beyond the corporate world.
Even today, I’m still in touch with my classmates, and I’m strengthened by the international network of leaders I’m part of.
This experience has permanently changed the way I envision my role as an entrepreneur and has given me all the tools and knowledge I need to realize my professional and personal ambitions.
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Chuong Nguyen-Nhu Chris C.
The game changer practical university of tomorrow with 250 global leader faculty
I got two friends studying at Kennedy University of Leadership in Florida and it offers a pragmatic, career-focused approach to business education that resonates with working professionals. I also personally met Mat Jacobson, President a few times. Its hallmark is the 250 Global Leader Faculty — accomplished executives, entrepreneurs, and policymakers who bring first-hand experience from diverse industries and regions. This faculty cohort delivers project-based, real-world assignments that bridge theory and practice, fostering applied skills in strategy, leadership, and organizational change. Students benefit from high-touch mentorship, industry insights, and extensive professional networks, accelerating career transitions and leadership readiness. The curriculum emphasizes casework drawn from contemporary business challenges, collaborative applied projects, and direct feedback from faculty mentors, ensuring relevance to global markets. Employers value graduates for their practical orientation, strategic thinking, and ability to execute complex projects. While selective access to the Global Leader Faculty creates a distinct competitive advantage, prospective students should evaluate fit with career goals, cohort composition, and support services. Overall, Kennedy University of Leadership stands out for melding rigorous academic frameworks with intensive, practitioner-led experiences, making it a compelling option for professionals seeking accelerated leadership development and tangible workplace impact. Alumni testimonials, including LinkedIn posts and employer partnerships validate its practical impact across major industries.
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Joanne B.
Forty years after being told university wasn't for me
I'll be honest — I was terrified signing up for my Master's. I'd never been to university. At 18, I'd been told it wasn't for me, and that quiet "you don't belong here" voice was still loud forty-plus years later. I worried about the academic language, the writing, whether I'd even understand what was being asked of me.Those fears disappeared within weeks. The way the program is structured — applied, practical, built around real industry projects and global leader interviews rather than exam pressure — meant I was learning by doing, in the language of business I already lived in.The impact on my own business has been extraordinary. A 250% increase in income. A 500% increase in clients. A complete reframe of how I think, how I price, how I lead. I don't say that lightly, and I don't credit it to luck. I credit it directly to what I learned and applied through this MBA.If you're sitting where I was — hesitant, second-guessing whether you're "the type" — please don't let that stop you. This program was built for people who want to grow, not people who already have it all figured out.
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Altu C.
The educational experience of my life!
I've had the educational experience of my life at KennedyU and Dūcere Global Business School!
Honestly, I have loved every workshop, course and unit as part of my MBA in Space Leadership.
I joined the course a little over a year ago, and currently I am a founder of a fast growing Space business. I had initial worries around my ability to balance the work on my MBA path with my career and am delighted to say, that I have been very really well supported in my studies by the team, the tutors and mentors.
Being able to apply the learning to real business scenarios and also draw on that for future course work has been really useful.
The method of delivery has been great for me, I have met colleagues and friends through my study groups and the opportunity to get tutored by industry leaders with the deep knowledge matched with practical and strategic experience has also been useful.
I'd highly recommend study through Kennedy University of Leadership, a brilliant learning experience.