Management Information Systems
With a concentration in MIS, you’ll learn how to design and manage information and IT systems in ways that have a direct impact on strategy and operational decisions.
Sample of courses:
- Information Systems Strategy and Policy
- Innovation and Technology Change
- Enterprise Information Infrastructure and Security
- Audit and Control of Information Systems
- Enterprise Application Development
Marketing
Students in this concentration develop a strong understanding of the entire marketing process in business from research and product development to communications planning and measurement.
Sample of courses:
- Marketing Communication and Promotional Strategy
- Marketing Channels Management
- Product Planning
- Services Marketing
Operations and Supply-Chain Management
MBA students in this concentration study the strategic management and operation of global supply chains, the flow of goods and services and complex business processes.
Sample of Courses
- Supply Chain Management
- Global Sourcing and Logistics Managing Service Operations
- Quality Control and Lean Process Management
- Revenue Management
Real Estate
Combining economics, finance, and urban planning students gain a full perspective of the field of real estate with an emphasis in urban real estate markets using metropolitan Chicago as a working laboratory.
Sample of Courses
- Real Estate Finance
- Urban Real Estate and Land Economics
- Urban Economics
- Investments
Self-Directed
If the other concentrations don’t fit the career path you are building, work with an adviser to develop one.
Joint Degrees
- Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Accounting
- Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Business Analytics
- Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Finance
- Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Management Information Systems
- Master of Business Administration and Doctor of Medicine (program under review and not currently accepting new applicants)
- Master of Business Administration and Doctor of Pharmacy
- Master of Business Administration and Master of Public Health
- Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Supply Chain and Operations Management
Study Abroad Programs
Interested in studying outside of the United States? UIC Business offers several opportunities to study abroad.
Doing Business in Brazil
Doing Business in Brazil is a two-week course in Sao Paulo, Brazil, at the Fundacao Getulio Vargas, considered one of the top business schools in South America. This English-language course covers Brazilian and South American business issues, the political and social climate, national culture, consumer marketing and Mercosur. MBA students receive four elective credits for participating in the program.
Know Europe
Know Europe is a four-week course, through the ESC Normandy. Study is organized in Brussels, Belgium; Haarlem, Amsterdam; Paris, Le Havre and Caen, France; and Barcelona, Spain. Professors are drawn from Europe, the United Kingdom and Australia. The program includes meetings with local businesses, field visits to seats of European government and presentations on major aspects of European administration and culture. MBA students receive six elective credits for participating in the program.
Program Faculty
Sudhakar (Sid) Balachandran
Associate Professor and Director of MBA Graduate Studies
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Christopher Barlow
Clinical Assistant Professor
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Gib Bassett
Emeritus Professor and Director of the International Center for Futures and Derivatives (ICFD)
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Oleg Bondarenko
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Shelley Brickson
Associate Professor
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Ranganathan Chandrasekaran
Professor and Director of Master of Science in Management Information Systems (MSMIS) Graduate Studies
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Hsiu-Lang Chen
Associate Professor and Director of Master of Science in Finance (MSF) Graduate Studies
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Anna Cui
Associate Professor
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Somnath Das
Professor and Coordinator of Accounting PhD Program
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Ellen Engel
Associate Professor
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David Gal
Professor and Coordinator of Marketing PhD Program
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Eliane Karsaklian
Clinical Professor
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Michael Kirschenheiter
Professor and Department Head
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Matt Liotine
Clinical Professor and Director of Master of Science in Supply Chain and Operations Management (MSSCOM) Graduate Studies
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John Wiley Lynch
Assistant Professor
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Alan Malter
Associate Professor and Director of Master of Science in Marketing (MSM) Graduate Studies
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John Miller
Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of CME Market Training Lab
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Kim Moon
Senior Lecturer
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Selva Nadarajah
Associate Professor
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Unsal Ozdogru
Clinical Associate Professor
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Susan Perkins
Associate Professor
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Michael Popowits
Senior Lecturer and Director of Student Professional Development
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Ram Ramakrishnan
Professor and Director of Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) Graduate Studies
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Sajna Razi
Clinical Assistant Professor
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Steve Sauerwald
Associate Professor
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George Scully
Clinical Assistant Professor
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Mark Shanley
Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
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John Sparks
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Ali Tafti
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which semesters can I start?
Which semesters can I start?
The Accelerated MBA starts in the fall semester only. Students in the flexible program can start in the summer, fall or spring.What is the difference between online courses and traditional on-campus courses?
What is the difference between online courses and traditional on-campus courses?
Online courses are often very different than traditional on-campus courses in terms of how the material is presented, the nature of the interaction among class members and the overall learning experience. However, the course load is at the same level as the face-to-face version; the only amount of time saved is your commute time to and from campus. Our online courses use the Blackboard software. Select courses are offered online, and offerings vary each semester.Does UIC offer an Online MBA?
Does UIC offer an Online MBA?
Yes. The UIC Business online MBA delivers a high-touch student experience with online course work and optional synchronous sessions. The UIC Business Online MBA will offer four concentrations and accept new students five times a year.
The Online MBA is a Full Cost Recovery program and is not eligible for tuition waivers by University of Illinois employees.Should I apply even though I do not have any work experience?
Should I apply even though I do not have any work experience?
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.How do I apply for a joint degree program?
How do I apply for a joint degree program?
Applicants may apply to a joint degree program during the initial application process, or they may apply to their second program upon gaining admission and enrolling in their first program.
First time applicants to UIC wishing to enroll in a joint degree program are required to apply separately to both programs, making sure to follow the application procedures/requirements for each program.
Current UIC graduate students interested in applying to a joint degree program should work closely with academic advisers in both programs and visit Business Connnect for additional instruction.Do I need an undergraduate degree in business to be accepted into the program?
Do I need an undergraduate degree in business to be accepted into the program?
An undergraduate degree in business administration is not required. In fact, our Accelerated MBA Program is designed specifically for those with an undergraduate background in a non-business field. Approximately 50% of our student body does not have an undergraduate business background. We do recommend that students have had a class in statistics. If they have not, they can take one during their first semester.Can I take courses as a non-degree seeking student?
Can I take courses as a non-degree seeking student?
You may be admitted to the Liautaud MBA Program on a non-degree basis only in the following two cases:
1. If you have already completed an MBA or other approved management degree from an AACSB accredited institution and wish to pursue further course work, you may enroll in MBA classes on a space-available basis as long as you maintain good academic standing. The application for admission and proof of MBA degree (a photocopy of your transcript or diploma showing a completed MBA degree) must be submitted by the application deadline for the desired term of study.
2. If you are currently enrolled in an MBA program at another AACSB institution and wish to take courses that will be accepted by your university as transfer courses, you may enroll in MBA courses to the extent approved by your MBA program and by the MBA Program. The MBA application for admission, application fee, proof of baccalaureate degree and letter from the director of your MBA program indicating that you are in good academic standing and list the courses approved to be transferred must be submitted by the application deadline for the desired term of study. You may also be asked by the admissions committee to provide additional information regarding your academic credentials.
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- Master of Science in Supply Chain and Operations Management
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