University of Illinois Gies College of Business
Accredited diploma
Offered by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
24-36 months
72 credit hours of graduate coursework
100% online
Hands-on learning from anywhere, no travel required
Approximately $24k
Each time you take a course, pay tuition for that course only
A deeply engaging online MBA from a public university powerhouse.
With education from an Illinois MBA, you will be prepared for a variety of managerial and executive positions. Our graduates have gone on to work for Fortune 500 companies including Microsoft, Walmart, and MGM resorts. Whether your passion lies in the travel industry, engineering, or healthcare, the iMBA will set you up for success in roles across all industries and sectors.
Named the “#1 Biggest B-School Innovation of the Decade” by Poets&Quants
What’s in this degree program?
18 courses (72 credit hours) accredited by the Association for Advancing Colleges and Schools of Business (AACSB)
Participate in live lectures with faculty, team projects, and weekly office hours
Achieve business mastery, gain lifelong leadership skills, and build a global network as you work alongside classmates and faculty
Career-focused curriculum designed to build the leadership and management skills needed to help you thrive in today’s business environment
Complete 4 core specializations and also choose 2 additional specializations from a range of focus areas and electives
Learn from world-class Illinois professors and industry educators from top companies like Google
Applications for Fall 2024 are now open.
Fall 2024 Deadlines:
- Application Priority Deadline: June 6, 2024
- Final Deadline: June 27, 2024
Upcoming Events:
Program Overview Webinar: iMBA - Wednesday, June 05, 2024 6:00 PM CST | Register today!
Apply by June 6 to get your application fee waived!
Have questions? Please contact Gies College of Business at giesonline@illinois.edu or attend an upcoming event.
Fall Priority Deadline: June 6
Start your application or request more information.
Accredited diploma
Offered by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
24-36 months
72 credit hours of graduate coursework
100% online
Hands-on learning from anywhere, no travel required
Approximately $24k
Each time you take a course, pay tuition for that course only
Accredited diploma
Offered by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
24-36 months
72 credit hours of graduate coursework
100% online
Hands-on learning from anywhere, no travel required
Approximately $24k
Each time you take a course, pay tuition for that course only
A deeply engaging online MBA from a public university powerhouse.
With education from an Illinois MBA, you will be prepared for a variety of managerial and executive positions. Our graduates have gone on to work for Fortune 500 companies including Microsoft, Walmart, and MGM resorts. Whether your passion lies in the travel industry, engineering, or healthcare, the iMBA will set you up for success in roles across all industries and sectors.
Named the “#1 Biggest B-School Innovation of the Decade” by Poets&Quants
What’s in this degree program?
18 courses (72 credit hours) accredited by the Association for Advancing Colleges and Schools of Business (AACSB)
Participate in live lectures with faculty, team projects, and weekly office hours
Achieve business mastery, gain lifelong leadership skills, and build a global network as you work alongside classmates and faculty
Career-focused curriculum designed to build the leadership and management skills needed to help you thrive in today’s business environment
Complete 4 core specializations and also choose 2 additional specializations from a range of focus areas and electives
Learn from world-class Illinois professors and industry educators from top companies like Google
Applications for Fall 2024 are now open.
Fall 2024 Deadlines:
- Application Priority Deadline: June 6, 2024
- Final Deadline: June 27, 2024
Upcoming Events:
Program Overview Webinar: iMBA - Wednesday, June 05, 2024 6:00 PM CST | Register today!
Apply by June 6 to get your application fee waived!
Have questions? Please contact Gies College of Business at giesonline@illinois.edu or attend an upcoming event.
Is the iMBA program right for you?
iMBA graduates come from all walks of life, from all different industries and sectors. If you’re a skilled student looking to expand your knowledge base with applicable real-world experiences and can demonstrate how the iMBA from Illinois can support your professional success, you are encouraged to apply. The program is highly engaging with weekly collaborative projects to reflect a real-world experience.
The iMBA program is a fit for career advancers whether you’re looking to excel in Education, Finance, Healthcare, or Manufacturing. Ideal applicants are emerging business leaders and innovative thinkers who can contribute unique perspectives to course discussions.
Learn about admissions requirements
A World-Class MBA Under $24,000
- $23,904 USD tuition totalTuition for other MBA programs can easily exceed $200,000. With the iMBA, you'll save substantially on your total cost while pursuing an MBA from a leading program.
- Pay-as-you-goYou pay tuition only for courses you're enrolled in. If a scheduling conflict arises, you are free to take a term off and won’t be charged during that term.
- Financial aid & scholarshipsGies College of Business and Coursera have partnered to offer a limited number of competitive scholarships covering 70% of tuition for select students. If you’re a U.S. resident, you may also qualify for student aid.
Career-First Course Design
iMBA courses are grouped into specializations that include readings, live lectures, hands-on projects, and more.
The program culminates in a capstone project that simulates a real-world business scenario. Courses are designed to help students apply new skills directly to their careers.
Learn more
Gies is accepting applications for Fall 2024
The final deadline is June 27, 2024
Enroll in a for-credit course today
Want to enroll in the full degree course now and earn transcriptable credit? You can enroll directly with the university as a non-degree student.Enroll in for-credit now
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Enroll in course
1. Enroll in course
Explore course options to find the courses that fit your needs
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Pursue admission to degree
2. Pursue admission to degree
Fill out a form or application on the university's website and pay to enroll
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Get accepted and enroll
3. Get accepted and enroll
Complete the course and earn transcriptable college credit which will count toward your degree learning if you are accepted into the full degree program¹
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Transfer credit
4. Transfer credit
You can apply to transfer the credits earned towards your degree program after admission to the program
¹Each university determines the number of pre-approved credits that may count towards the degree requirements according to institutional policies.
Make progress before you enroll
These courses are part of this degree program. If you are admitted and enroll in the degree program, your coursework can count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.
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Financial ManagementBecome a Strategic Financial Manager
Intermediate · Specialization
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Managerial Economics and Business AnalysisBusiness Tools for Successful Execution
Beginner · Specialization
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Digital MarketingDrive Customer Behavior Online
Beginner · Specialization
Frequently asked questions
Upon completion of the iMBA program, students receive a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Illinois.
Yes, Gies College of Business is fully accredited through AACSB.
No, the GMAT/GRE is not required for the iMBA program.
The program is 24-36 months, depending on how many courses you choose to take each session. Students can take up to 5 years to complete the degree however as long as they are making satisfactory progress.
Yes, financial aid may be available for domestic degree-seeking students. International students may seek out private- or third-party loans. All students are eligible for university payment plans that allow you to break up your tuition into monthly payments. Please keep in mind that students are only billed each semester for the classes they are enrolled in; there is no upfront payment of tuition.
No. Tuition is pay as you go, meaning you’ll only pay for your courses you are enrolled in for a term.
We need all mark-sheets and the degree certificate in both the native language and a certified English translation. If you have more questions of what is needed, please contact us at giesonline@illinois.edu.
Yes, you can get started with these open courses on Coursera to experience the iMBA curriculum.
More questions?
Gies is accepting applications for Fall 2024
The final deadline is June 27, 2024
