Master of Business Administration (iMBA)
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
$26,136 USD total cost
Each time you take a course, pay tuition for that course only ($363/credit)
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
Achieve practical business mastery and leadership vision as you build a professional network
In this program, you’ll master the skills of a lateral thinker who applies creative and abstract approaches to solving business problems.
Customizable curriculum built for your goals
Master core business foundations through required specializations, then tailor your degree with focus areas such as Digital Marketing, Mergers and Acquisitions, or Business Analytics. Earn microcredentials and shape your learning journey around your career ambitions.
Real-world projects that drive career impact
Apply what you learn immediately through hands-on capstone projects that simulate real business challenges. Each specialization builds practical experience you can use to advance in your current role or pivot to new opportunities.
A global, connected classroom
Collaborate with peers from more than 100 countries in live, interactive sessions. Learn from faculty and classmates who bring fresh insights from industries around the world, expanding your global business perspective and professional network.
Flexible learning designed for working professionals
Balance your studies with your schedule. Access lectures and assignments on demand, join live discussions when it fits your time zone, and complete the program in as little as 24 months or up to five years at your own pace.
Applications for the Spring 2026 cohort are open!
- Final Deadline (March Start): January 15, 2026
Upcoming events
- December 17: MOOCs to Master's: How to Stack Gies Business Credentials - Register here
- January 7: Gies Online Applicant Office Hours - Register here
- January 12: Drop-In with Gies Online: Live Office Hours - Register here
Additional resources
Questions? Please contact Gies College of Business at giesonline@illinois.edu or attend an upcoming event.
Applications for the Spring 2026 cohort are open!
- Final Deadline (March Start): January 15, 2026
Upcoming events
- December 17: MOOCs to Master's: How to Stack Gies Business Credentials - Register here
- January 7: Gies Online Applicant Office Hours - Register here
- January 12: Drop-In with Gies Online: Live Office Hours - Register here
Additional resources
Questions? Please contact Gies College of Business at giesonline@illinois.edu or attend an upcoming event.
Spring 2026 Final Deadline: January 15
Don’t miss your chance to join the cohort!