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Business Graduate Programs

More than a degree. A purpose. Discover it here.

Gies graduate students choose the academic path to meet their career goals, and we provide them an experience that exceeds expectations. Our curriculum focuses on learning by doing, which features client-based, hands-on projects. Integrated throughout all of our graduate programs, this type of instruction leads to something much more than a degree and a job.

You will explore different business functions, learn critical problem-solving skills, and gain real-world leadership experience. This leaves you prepared to add value from day one in the career you’re about to build.

A graduate degree from Gies Business goes beyond business. It provides an opportunity to make lifelong connections built upon a shared pursuit.

MBA PROGRAMS

FULL-TIME MBA

Cutting-edge program with emphasis on action learning. One of the most hands-on MBA programs available. 2 years.

PROFESSIONAL MBA

Program for working professionals that meets two nights a week and online. 2 years.

ONLINE MBA

Affordable, award-winning program delivered in a unique virtual classroom. 24-36 months.

 

MASTER’S PROGRAMS

 

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTANCY (MSA)

This STEM-designated program is open to those interested in an accounting career, even if your undergraduate degree was in another field. Prepare for the CPA and round out your accountancy knowledge.

  • Full Time
  • Online iMSA

MASTER OF ACCOUNTING SCIENCE (MAS)

For students with a bachelor’s degree in accountancy, this one-year, STEM-designated program prepares you to excel on the U.S. CPA Exam. Undergraduates from the University of Illinois or any other accredited institution in the U.S. can apply.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

This one-year program makes a great choice for students seeking competency in international management, coupled with a comprehensive business foundation. Learn business acumen for any job function.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE

If a mastery of finance is what you seek, this STEM-designated degree program will help you achieve just that in one and a half years. As an official CFA program partner, you can set yourself apart from other professionals in the market.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FINANCIAL ENGINEERING

A truly interdisciplinary, STEM-designated program that can be completed in a year and a half. Earn a degree designed for quantitative students to apply engineering approaches and methods to the analysis and management of financial markets.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT

Designed for graduates with non-business, non STEM backgrounds who want to build general management skills. This one-year program will accelerate your career through development in finance, accounting, marketing, and operations.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN STRATEGIC BRAND COMMUNICATION

This unique online program prepares students to become strategic business leaders in brand marketing, digital media, and advertising. Customized for students who work full time, you can earn your degree in 15 months,

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT

In just one year, you can earn a STEM-designated degree for those wanting an intensive and comprehensive business program. Open to all majors, this program focuses on developing, shaping, deploying, and managing innovation and technology.

 

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