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Master of Business Administration (iMBA)

University of Illinois Gies College of Business logo

Master of Business Administration (iMBA)

University of Illinois Gies College of Business

Accredited degree

Offered by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

24-36 months

18 courses total (dependent on specializations), 10-15 hours per week

$27,288 USD total cost

Each time you take a course, pay tuition for that course only ($379/credit) Flexible payment options available

GMAT/GRE not required

Minimum requirements of a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years working experience

100% online

Mixture of self-paced content with engaging live classroom sessions

Experience a deeply engaging online MBA with extensive networking opportunities

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 sets this program apart?

Earn a fully accredited university credential
18 courses (72 credit hours) accredited by the Association for Advancing Colleges and Schools of Business (AACSB).
A fully supported learning experience
Participate in live lectures with faculty, team projects, and weekly office hours.
Master in-demand skills
Achieve business mastery, gain lifelong leadership skills, and build a global network as you work alongside classmates and faculty.
Career versatility
Career-focused curriculum designed to build the leadership and management skills needed to help you thrive in today’s business environment.
Flexible, interdisciplinary study
Complete 4 core specializations and also choose 2 additional specializations from a range of focus areas and electives.
Learn from collaborative experts
Learn from world-class Illinois professors and industry educators from top companies like Google.

Applications for the Fall A cohort are open!

  • Priority deadline: May 7, 2026
  • Application deadline: June 4, 2026

Upcoming events

  • May 5: Gies Online Applicant Office Hour - Register here
  • May 7: iDegree Workshop: Networking and Immersion Opportunities within Gies Online - Register here
  • May 12: iDegree Webinar: iMBA - Register here

Additional resources

Questions? Please contact Gies College of Business at giesonline@illinois.edu or attend an upcoming event.

Fall A cohort priority deadline: May 7

Start your application or request more information.

Accredited degree

Offered by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

24-36 months

18 courses total (dependent on specializations), 10-15 hours per week

$27,288 USD total cost

Each time you take a course, pay tuition for that course only ($379/credit) Flexible payment options available

GMAT/GRE not required

Minimum requirements of a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years working experience

100% online

Mixture of self-paced content with engaging live classroom sessions

Accredited degree

Offered by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

24-36 months

18 courses total (dependent on specializations), 10-15 hours per week

Experience a deeply engaging online MBA with extensive networking opportunities

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 sets this program apart?

Earn a fully accredited university credential
18 courses (72 credit hours) accredited by the Association for Advancing Colleges and Schools of Business (AACSB).
A fully supported learning experience
Participate in live lectures with faculty, team projects, and weekly office hours.
Master in-demand skills
Achieve business mastery, gain lifelong leadership skills, and build a global network as you work alongside classmates and faculty.
Career versatility
Career-focused curriculum designed to build the leadership and management skills needed to help you thrive in today’s business environment.
Flexible, interdisciplinary study
Complete 4 core specializations and also choose 2 additional specializations from a range of focus areas and electives.
Learn from collaborative experts
Learn from world-class Illinois professors and industry educators from top companies like Google.

Applications for the Fall A cohort are open!

  • Priority deadline: May 7, 2026
  • Application deadline: June 4, 2026

Upcoming events

  • May 5: Gies Online Applicant Office Hour - Register here
  • May 7: iDegree Workshop: Networking and Immersion Opportunities within Gies Online - Register here
  • May 12: iDegree Webinar: iMBA - Register here

Additional resources

Questions? Please contact Gies College of Business at giesonline@illinois.edu or attend an upcoming event.

Build toward a degree at your own pace

Not sure if you’re ready to begin earning your degree? Start making progress by taking eligible content that aligns with your goals and interests. Gain in-demand skills while building towards a degree.

These are some of the courses and specializations that are part of the degree program. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.

Explore all the courses

*Successful application and enrollment are required. Eligibility requirements apply. Each institution determines the number of credits recognized by completing this content that may count towards degree requirements, considering any existing credits you may have. Click on a specific course for more information.

A Competitively Priced World-Class MBA

  • $27,288 USD tuition total

    Tuition 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-go

    You 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 & scholarships

    Gies College of Business and Coursera have partnered to offer a limited number of competitive scholarships covering 70% of tuition for select students. To be considered, applicants must submit their complete application by the Priority 1 deadline for their intended Spring or Fall term. If you’re a U.S. resident, you may also qualify for student aid.
Learn about tuition & financing
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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

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Fall A priority deadline: May 7

Don’t miss your chance to join the cohort!

Build toward a degree

These courses are part of the degree program. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.¹

¹Successful application and enrollment are required. Eligibility requirements apply. Each institution determines the number of credits recognized by completing this content that may count towards degree requirements, considering any existing credits you may have. Click on a specific course for more information.

Frequently asked questions

Graduates earn a Master of Business Administration from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Yes. Gies College of Business is accredited by AACSB.

The program requires a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of work experience. GMAT and GRE scores are not required.

Fall A priority deadline: May 7

Don’t miss your chance to join the cohort!