Program overview

Specialisations

Entrepreneurship, Finance, Innovation / Knowledge Management

Degree

MBA

Study Level

MBA

Study Mode

Online

The fully online MBA from the University of Illinois’ Gies College of Business is known for its flexibility, affordability, and innovative approach to online education. These strengths and others earned the program the distinctions of 2022 MBA Program of the Year, and Biggest Business School Innovation of the Decade in 2020, both by Poets&Quants.

Launched in 2016, the iMBA was designed from the bottom up to model a new way of delivering a top-tier business education – one that meets the needs of professionals building careers in today's business world. Over 300 hours of behind-the-scenes planning and support go into each Gies Online course, ensuring a high-quality learning experience that's both engaging and rigorous.

Live session courses, taught by top University of Illinois faculty, include timely, relevant content learners can apply to their jobs the next day. Opportunities to engage with fellow learners around the globe during lively class discussions and team projects expand knowledge and networks.

The unmatched flexibility and affordability of the Gies iMBA puts the degree within reach for more people.

$23,904 total tuition and fees – pay as you go
Start your MBA in January, March, May, August, or October
24 - 60 months to complete – you set the pace
Customizable curriculum – choose from five specializations
Fully online – no on-campus commitments
GMAT/GRE – not required for admission

Program overview

Specialisations

Entrepreneurship, Finance, Innovation / Knowledge Management

Degree

MBA

Study Level

MBA

Study Mode

Online

The fully online MBA from the University of Illinois’ Gies College of Business is known for its flexibility, affordability, and innovative approach to online education. These strengths and others earned the program the distinctions of 2022 MBA Program of the Year, and Biggest Business School Innovation of the Decade in 2020, both by Poets&Quants.

Launched in 2016, the iMBA was designed from the bottom up to model a new way of delivering a top-tier business education – one that meets the needs of professionals building careers in today's business world. Over 300 hours of behind-the-scenes planning and support go into each Gies Online course, ensuring a high-quality learning experience that's both engaging and rigorous.

Live session courses, taught by top University of Illinois faculty, include timely, relevant content learners can apply to their jobs the next day. Opportunities to engage with fellow learners around the globe during lively class discussions and team projects expand knowledge and networks.

The unmatched flexibility and affordability of the Gies iMBA puts the degree within reach for more people.

$23,904 total tuition and fees – pay as you go
Start your MBA in January, March, May, August, or October
24 - 60 months to complete – you set the pace
Customizable curriculum – choose from five specializations
Fully online – no on-campus commitments
GMAT/GRE – not required for admission

Admission requirements

GPA

3+

IELTS

7.5+

TOEFL

103+

You must have earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the United States or an equivalent degree from an accredited institution in a foreign country. All students are expected to have at least three or more years of rich, valuable operational or managerial experience. This is an especially critical component of the admissions decision because the knowledge and skills developed from professional experience enhance the academic experience for all students and faculty.

Starting Month(s)

Aug

Starting Month(s)

Oct

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

23,904 USD

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

-

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

23,904 USD

Other Expenses

-

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