Master of Business Administration (iMBA)
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Accredited diploma
Offered by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Taught in English
Engage in group discussions with professors and peers
24-36 months
72 credit hours of graduate coursework
100% online
Hands-on learning from anywhere, no travel required
$23,040 USD total cost
A deeply engaging online MBA from a public university powerhouse.
Students in the iMBA program earn the same high-quality MBA degree that on-campus students have been earning for decades--but without needing to put career or family life on hold. Students achieve business mastery, gain lifelong leadership skills, and build a global network as they work alongside fellow students and faculty.
The iMBA program’s live global classrooms feature web conferencing, team projects, and personal interaction with professors during virtual office hours. The nearly 4,500 active students and 2,000+ alums in the iMBA family represent more than 90 countries and 48 states. The program was named the #1 Biggest B-School Innovation of the Decade by Poets&Quants, a leading authority on management education. The iMBA is from Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a historical land-grant public research institution founded in 1867.
Build a Global Network
iMBA students are accomplished professionals from across the globe. You’ll work closely with classmates and join a global University of Illinois alumni network that’s 470,000 strong.
A Recognized and Respected Program
Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois is an AACSB accredited and competitively ranked college by Poets and Quants, US News & World Report, and Bloomberg Businessweek.
A Top MBA for a Breakthrough Price
At $23,040, the cost of the iMBA is by far the lowest of any major university’s online MBA.
Hear from our learners
"Getting my MBA makes me feel empowered. I don't need to stop working, I don't need to stop being a mother, I don't need to stop having my life."
— Patricia P.
iMBA
"You think that when you're on campus and you're in a classroom...'how could you ever replace that?' But you actually can. You can and it can be better."
— Kara A.
iMBAPrepare for this degree
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Looking for a one-year business degree?
Explore the iMSM program, also offered by Gies College of Business. At $11,000, you can build a strong foundation of fundamental business skills with the MS in Management from the University of Illinois.
About the Program
Admissions
The program welcomes current and future business leaders from varied backgrounds, including the arts, sciences, music, engineering, finance, accounting, consulting, marketing, medicine, military, and more. No GMAT required.
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Academics
The iMBA is career-focused. Students develop leadership and management skills that help them thrive in today’s business environment. Enjoy challenging team-based projects, face-to-face class sessions with faculty and peers, and the ability to customize your curriculum by choosing which courses best fit your needs.
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Student Experience
Work with senior Illinois professors and industry educators from top companies like Google. Connect with instructors and classmates via live classroom sessions and discussion forums.
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About University of Illinois
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is one of the original 37 public land-grant institutions created after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Morrill Act in 1862. Founded in 1867, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign has earned a reputation as a world-class leader in research, teaching, and public engagement.
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Try a Degree Course
Try out an open course to see if the iMBA is right for you. If you decide to apply to the program, the work you’ve done in this course will count towards your degree. You can also apply directly to the iMBA program.
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Careers
The iMBA helps prepare students for an even more successful career in business. Learn about how our curriculum can help you elevate your career.
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Hear about the iMBA from the Gies community.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Have questions?
If you have questions about the application process or eligibility, please send us an email at giesonline@illinois.edu
