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Master of Business Administration

Accelerate your career with an MBA from the UIC Business Liautaud Graduate School.

It’s an exciting opportunity to join a business school that’s been ranked by U.S.

You’ll earn a degree that is tailored to your specific interests, and will get the hard and soft skills needed to thrive in the world of work.

This program is ranked #65 by US News and World Report.

GMAT/GRE Waiver

Graduate school applicants who would like to waive the GMAT/GRE requirement should apply for admission as an applicant without taking the test.

Candidates who have completed two years or more of work experience and/or a master’s degree at the time of application, as assessed by the Graduate School of Business at the University of Illinois at Chicago, will be given an additional score boost on the GMAT.

Each waiver request is granted on a case-by-case basis, and the MBA waiver request must be submitted one month before the application deadline. MBA applicants who would like to submit GRE/GMAT test scores with their application may still do so.

The Business Liautaud graduate school offers programs to support academic and professional development. You can find classes during the day, in the evening and online.

Full-Time, Accelerated MBA

Fall start only
On-campus cohort program with daytime classes
Finish in three semesters (11 months) or 16 months with optional internship
Ideal for recent graduates looking to enhance their skills and career potential
Concentrations available in Business Analytics, Finance, Management and Marketing

Flexible MBA Program

Fall, spring or summer start
Set your own pace (full- or part-time)
Take classes at night or on Saturdays (some online courses available)
Finish in as little as 18 months full-time
All concentrations available

Online MBA

August, October, January, March and May start options
Set your own pace (full- or part-time)
Finish in as little as 14 months full-time, 28 months part-time
Concentrations available: Business Analytics, Finance, Human Resource Management and Management
A Full Cost Recovery program and is not eligible for tuition waivers by University of Illinois employees
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UIC Business MBA Program

Featured Courses

BA 520 Improv and Leadership

Using improvisational theatre techniques taught in workshop exercise of graduating difficulty, this course creates a safe laboratory for students to experiment with the elements of their own executive presence.

MBA 590 Web Analytics

This course will introduce students to the fundamentals of web analytics, including metrics like web traffic and how long customers spend at pages. Students will learn to use Google’s online and offline software tools.

The aim of this course is to study “the triple bottom line.” Social enterprises utilize the business itself to serve as a vehicle for social change. As business leaders, social entrepreneurs want to improve the common good and solve a social problem.

In Their Own Words

“Choosing UIC for my MBA has been one of the best professional and personal decisions I’ve made as I continue to advance my career. Flexibility and affordability met with superb advising, widespread course offerings, a diverse and knowledgeable student body, and fantastic professors made my MBA valuable. I cannot thank UIC enough!”

Emma Chapman | MBA ’21

Earning Your MBA

Credits and Courses

There are 26 credits of core courses and 16 credits of electives in the program. A foundation for further, more in-depth functional business study can be found in your core courses.

The core curriculum consists of the following seven courses:

Financial Accounting (4 credits)
Corporate Finance (4 credits)
Marketing (4 credits)
Microeconomics (4 credits)
Operations Management (4 credits)
Organizational Behavior (4 credits)
Capstone Course: Enterprise Strategy (2 credits) OR Strategic Management (4 credits)

Tuition

UIC Business is part of a public research university, so tuition and fees vary by residency. Also, because our programs offer flexible options, our tuition varies based on the number of classes you are taking each semester. To calculate your tuition and fees, please visit the Tuition Information page.

Don’t forget, UIC Business offers graduate assistantships, scholarships and partial tuition waivers. Ask an admissions representative about the many options we offer to help you afford your education.

Concentrations

Accounting

Accounting is the language of business. With this concentration, you’ll learn how to maintain the financial health of an organization.

Sample of courses:

Financial Accounting
Management Accounting
Financial Statement Analysis
Taxes and Business Policy

Business Analytics

Students master the use of data and models for business decisions, and how to leverage ‘big’ data and analytics for competitive advantage. MBA students within the Business Analytics concentration are prepared to meet demand in one of the most rapidly expanding fields in business.

Sample of courses:

Business Data Mining
Data Visualization
Social Media and Network Analysis
Analytics Strategy and Practice
Statistical Models and Methods for Business Analytics

Economics

Economics gives you an in-depth look at what drives businesses and consumers. This concentration focuses on applied economics with a focus on health, education and urban issues.

Sample of courses:

Managerial Economics
International Economics for Business
Labor Economics
Econometrics

Entrepreneurship

With this concentration, you’ll learn how to evaluate the risks and rewards of a new venture, skills which can be applied to both new and existing businesses.

Sample of courses:

Social Entrepreneurship
Startup Launch
Entrepreneurial Electronic Commerce
Business Models for Technology Ventures

Finance

Students gain a better understanding of financial assets and how to manage risks and investments.

Sample of courses:

Corporate Finance
Portfolio Analysis
Financial Decision Making
Risk Management

Human Resource Management

Aligned with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), this concentration is geared toward students interested in managing the people side of an organization including recruitment and selection, training and development, performance management, employment law, global human resource management and managing a diverse workforce.

International Business

Get a closer look at the global business environment. If you are looking to work abroad or for a large multinational company, these courses will deepen your understanding of business on a global scale.

Sample of courses:

International Finance
International Management
International Business Operations
Global Innovation Management

Management

This concentration focuses on mastering the knowledge to lead people and organizations with an understanding of human resource management, strategic management, leadership, managerial skills and logistics.

Sample of courses:

Competitive Strategy
Human Resource Management
Negotiations
Organizational Design

Management Information Systems

With a concentration in MIS, you’ll learn how to design and manage information and IT systems in ways that have a direct impact on strategy and operational decisions.

Sample of courses:

Information Systems Strategy and Policy
Innovation and Technology Change
Enterprise Information Infrastructure and Security
Audit and Control of Information Systems
Enterprise Application Development

Marketing

Students in this concentration develop a strong understanding of the entire marketing process in business from research and product development to communications planning and measurement.

Sample of courses:

Marketing Communication and Promotional Strategy
Marketing Channels Management
Product Planning
Services Marketing

Operations and Supply-Chain Management

MBA students in this concentration study the strategic management and operation of global supply chains, the flow of goods and services and complex business processes.

Sample of Courses

Supply Chain Management
Global Sourcing and Logistics Managing Service Operations
Quality Control and Lean Process Management
Revenue Management

Real Estate

Combining economics, finance, and urban planning students gain a full perspective of the field of real estate with an emphasis in urban real estate markets using metropolitan Chicago as a working laboratory.

Sample of Courses

Real Estate Finance
Urban Real Estate and Land Economics
Urban Economics
Investments

Self-Directed

If the other concentrations don’t fit the career path you are building, work with an adviser to develop one.

Joint Degrees

Study Abroad Programs

Interested in studying outside of the United States? UIC Business offers several opportunities to study abroad.

Doing Business in Brazil

Doing Business in Brazil is a two-week course in Sao Paulo, Brazil, at the Fundacao Getulio Vargas, considered one of the top business schools in South America.

TThe course covers Brazilian and South American business issues, political and social climate, national culture, consumer marketing and Mercosur. The four credits for the program are given to the students.

Know Europe

Know Europe is a four-week course, through the ESC Normandy. Study is organized in Brussels, Belgium; Haarlem, Amsterdam; Paris, Le Havre and Caen, France; and Barcelona, Spain. Professors are drawn from Europe, the United Kingdom and Australia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which semesters can I start?

The Accelerated MBA starts in the fall semester only. Students in the flexible program can start in the summer, fall or spring.What is the difference between online courses and traditional on-campus courses?

What is the difference between online courses and traditional on-campus courses?

Online courses are often very different than traditional on-campus courses in terms of how the material is presented, the nature of the interaction among class members and the overall learning experience. However, the course load is at the same level as the face-to-face version; the only amount of time saved is your commute time to and from campus. Our online courses use the Blackboard software. Select courses are offered online, and offerings vary each semester.Does UIC offer an Online MBA?

Does UIC offer an Online MBA?

Yes. The UIC Business online MBA delivers a high-touch student experience with online course work and optional synchronous sessions. The UIC Business Online MBA will offer four concentrations and accept new students five times a year.

The Online MBA is a Full Cost Recovery program and is not eligible for tuition waivers by University of Illinois employees.Should I apply even though I do not have any work experience?

Should I apply even though I do not have any work experience?

MBA applicants are expected to have at least two years of business related work experience after the completion of a 4-year bachelor’s degree. Historically, our typical admitted student had more than this level of experience prior to applying to the UIC Business MBA program.How do I apply for a joint degree program?

How do I apply for a joint degree program?

Applicants may apply to a joint degree program during the initial application process, or they may apply to their second program upon gaining admission and enrolling in their first program.

First time applicants to UIC wishing to enroll in a joint degree program are required to apply separately to both programs, making sure to follow the application procedures/requirements for each program.

Current UIC graduate students interested in applying to a joint degree program should work closely with academic advisers in both programs and visit Business Connnect for additional instruction.Do I need an undergraduate degree in business to be accepted into the program?

Do I need an undergraduate degree in business to be accepted into the program?

An undergraduate degree in business administration is not required. In fact, our Accelerated MBA Program is designed specifically for those with an undergraduate background in a non-business field. Approximately 50% of our student body does not have an undergraduate business background. We do recommend that students have had a class in statistics. If they have not, they can take one during their first semester.Can I take courses as a non-degree seeking student?

Can I take courses as a non-degree seeking student?

You may be admitted to the Liautaud MBA Program on a non-degree basis only in the following two cases:

1. If you have already completed an MBA or other approved management degree from an AACSB accredited institution and wish to pursue further course work, you may enroll in MBA classes on a space-available basis as long as you maintain good academic standing. The application for admission and proof of MBA degree (a photocopy of your transcript or diploma showing a completed MBA degree) must be submitted by the application deadline for the desired term of study.

2. If you are currently enrolled in an MBA program at another AACSB institution and wish to take courses that will be accepted by your university as transfer courses, you may enroll in MBA courses to the extent approved by your MBA program and by the MBA Program. The MBA application for admission, application fee, proof of baccalaureate degree and letter from the director of your MBA program indicating that you are in good academic standing and list the courses approved to be transferred must be submitted by the application deadline for the desired term of study. You may also be asked by the admissions committee to provide additional information regarding your academic credentials.

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Graduate Degrees
- Master of Business Administration
- Master of Science in Accounting
- Master of Science in Business Analytics
- Master of Science in Finance
- Master of Science in Management Information Systems
- Master of Science in Marketing
- Master of Science in Supply Chain and Operations Management
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Master of Business Administration

Flexible MBA Program

Online MBA

UIC Business MBA Program

Featured Courses

BA 520 Improv and Leadership

MBA 590 Web Analytics

MBA 590 Social Entrepreneurs Leading Change

In Their Own Words

Earning Your MBA

Credits and Courses

Tuition

Concentrations

Accounting

Business Analytics

Economics

Entrepreneurship

Finance

Human Resource Management

International Business

Management

Management Information Systems

Marketing

Operations and Supply-Chain Management

Real Estate

Self-Directed

Joint Degrees

Study Abroad Programs

Doing Business in Brazil

Know Europe

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