UIC (Liautaud) | MBA Programs  

UIC (Liautaud) 

University of Illinois at Chicago - Liautaud Graduate School of Business


11th Floor
University Hall
601 South Morgan Street
Chicago, IL 60607

Accreditations

AACSB



MBA Programs

Full-Time, Accelerated MBA

Part-time program which can be taken on a full-time basis.

 Chicago

  • On-campus cohort program with daytime classes
  • Duration: three semesters
The MBA program is 54 credits in length composed of 26 credits of core courses and 28 credits of electives

SpecializationAccounting, Business Analytics, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing, Management Information Systems, Operations and Supply-Chain Management, Real Estate, Self Directed
Credits54
IntakeFall
Application fee$70
Admission Requirements
  • Applicants should have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0/4.0 or better (or equivalent)
  • 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
Application Checklist
  • Test Scores: GMAT or GRE scores are accepted by all programs Academic Record: A business-related undergraduate degree is not required to be admitted to our master's programs. Two Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation from references who know you in a professional manner and can attest to your professional abilities. Specialized master’s degree programs also accept letters from previous professors who can speak to your academic abilities
  • Personal Statement: The personal statement provides you with the opportunity to discuss your career goals and why you think the UIC Business Liautaud Graduate School program is a good fit. Guidelines are provided in the online application
  • Work Experience: All 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
  • Interview


Flexible MBA

Part-time program which can be taken on a full-time basis.

 Chicago, online (blended)

Classes available at night, online or on Saturdays.

SpecializationAccounting, Business Analytics, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing, Management Information Systems, Operations and Supply-Chain Management, Real Estate, Self Directed
Credits54
DurationIn as little as 18 months
IntakeFall, Spring, Winter
Application fee$70
Admission Requirements
  • Applicants should have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0/4.0 or better (or equivalent)
  • 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
Application Checklist
  • Test Scores: GMAT or GRE scores are accepted by all programs Academic Record: A business-related undergraduate degree is not required to be admitted to our master's programs. Two Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation from references who know you in a professional manner and can attest to your professional abilities. Specialized master’s degree programs also accept letters from previous professors who can speak to your academic abilities
  • Personal Statement: The personal statement provides you with the opportunity to discuss your career goals and why you think the UIC Business Liautaud Graduate School program is a good fit. Guidelines are provided in the online application
  • Work Experience: All 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
  • Interview


Weekend MBA

Part-time program

 Chicago

A cohort-based, Saturday-only, part-time program that can be completed in two calendar years, starting each fall. Students take two courses each fall and spring semester, along with a total of three courses over each two-term summer. Typically, classes meet 9:00-11:30am and 1:00pm-3:30pm in Douglas Hall on the UIC campus.

SpecializationAccounting, Business Analytics, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing, Management Information Systems, Operations and Supply-Chain Management, Real Estate, Self Directed
Credits54
DurationTwo-year cohort program
IntakeFall
Application fee$70
Admission Requirements
  • Applicants should have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0/4.0 or better (or equivalent)
  • 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
Application Checklist
  • Test Scores: GMAT or GRE scores are accepted by all programs Academic Record: A business-related undergraduate degree is not required to be admitted to our master's programs. Two Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation from references who know you in a professional manner and can attest to your professional abilities. Specialized master’s degree programs also accept letters from previous professors who can speak to your academic abilities
  • Personal Statement: The personal statement provides you with the opportunity to discuss your career goals and why you think the UIC Business Liautaud Graduate School program is a good fit. Guidelines are provided in the online application
  • Work Experience: All 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
  • Interview


Full-Time, Accelerated MBA

Part-time program which can be taken on a full-time basis.

 Chicago

  • On-campus cohort program with daytime classes
  • Duration: three semesters
The MBA program is 54 credits in length composed of 26 credits of core courses and 28 credits of electives

SpecializationAccounting, Business Analytics, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing, Management Information Systems, Operations and Supply-Chain Management, Real Estate, Self Directed
Credits54
IntakeFall
Application fee$70
Admission Requirements
  • Applicants should have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0/4.0 or better (or equivalent)
  • 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
Application Checklist
  • Test Scores: GMAT or GRE scores are accepted by all programs Academic Record: A business-related undergraduate degree is not required to be admitted to our master's programs. Two Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation from references who know you in a professional manner and can attest to your professional abilities. Specialized master’s degree programs also accept letters from previous professors who can speak to your academic abilities
  • Personal Statement: The personal statement provides you with the opportunity to discuss your career goals and why you think the UIC Business Liautaud Graduate School program is a good fit. Guidelines are provided in the online application
  • Work Experience: All 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
  • Interview


Flexible MBA

Part-time program which can be taken on a full-time basis.

 Chicago, online (blended)

Classes available at night, online or on Saturdays.

SpecializationAccounting, Business Analytics, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing, Management Information Systems, Operations and Supply-Chain Management, Real Estate, Self Directed
Credits54
DurationIn as little as 18 months
IntakeFall, Spring, Winter
Application fee$70
Admission Requirements
  • Applicants should have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0/4.0 or better (or equivalent)
  • 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
Application Checklist
  • Test Scores: GMAT or GRE scores are accepted by all programs Academic Record: A business-related undergraduate degree is not required to be admitted to our master's programs. Two Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation from references who know you in a professional manner and can attest to your professional abilities. Specialized master’s degree programs also accept letters from previous professors who can speak to your academic abilities
  • Personal Statement: The personal statement provides you with the opportunity to discuss your career goals and why you think the UIC Business Liautaud Graduate School program is a good fit. Guidelines are provided in the online application
  • Work Experience: All 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
  • Interview


Flexible MBA

Blended program (min. of 25% of online classes)

 Chicago, online (blended)

Classes available at night, online or on Saturdays.

SpecializationAccounting, Business Analytics, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing, Management Information Systems, Operations and Supply-Chain Management, Real Estate, Self Directed
Credits54
DurationIn as little as 18 months
IntakeFall, Spring, Winter
Application fee$70
Admission Requirements
  • Applicants should have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0/4.0 or better (or equivalent)
  • 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
Application Checklist
  • Test Scores: GMAT or GRE scores are accepted by all programs Academic Record: A business-related undergraduate degree is not required to be admitted to our master's programs. Two Letters of Recommendation: Two letters of recommendation from references who know you in a professional manner and can attest to your professional abilities. Specialized master’s degree programs also accept letters from previous professors who can speak to your academic abilities
  • Personal Statement: The personal statement provides you with the opportunity to discuss your career goals and why you think the UIC Business Liautaud Graduate School program is a good fit. Guidelines are provided in the online application
  • Work Experience: All 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
  • Interview


MBA/MD

Dual program

 Chicago

A joint degree program enabling students to complete both the MD and the MBA programs in 5 years.

DurationFull-time students may complete the degree in 5 years.
IntakeFall
Admission Requirements
  • Applicants must apply and be accepted to both the MD and the MBA programs


MBA/PharmD

Dual program

 Chicago

A joint degree program enabling students to complete both the Doctor of Pharmacy and the MBA programs in 5 years. Students spend the first two years at the College of Pharmacy and start their business study by taking one to two core courses during the summer semesters of those years. They will spend the third year at the Liautaud Graduate School of Business. During the last two years, they will mostly study in the College of Pharmacy.

Admission Requirements
  • Candidates must apply and be admitted independently to each program.


MBA/MS in Supply Chain and Operations Management

Dual program

 Chicago

Credits70


MBA/Master of Public Health (MPH)

Dual program

 Chicago

DurationFull-time students may complete the degree in 2.5 years and part-time students in 3.5 years.


MBA/MS in Accounting

Dual program

 Chicago

Credits68


MBA/MS in Management Information Systems

Dual program

 Chicago

Credits70
Admission Requirements
  • Applicants to the joint degree program must apply and be accepted to both the MBA and MS in MIS programs and must satisfy the admission requirements independently for both programs


MBA/MS in Business Analytics

Dual program

 Chicago

Credits70
Admission Requirements
  • Students must meet the admissions criteria of both programs and is admitted separately to each independently through separate applications.