Master of Business Administration
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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
| 2027-01-01 | - |
| 2027-03-01 | - |
| 2027-06-01 | - |
| 2027-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
University of Illinois Springfield Online Programs
The University of Illinois Springfield offers a variety of online programs, including graduate and certificate programs in business and technology.
Online Business Programs
- MBA
- MBA General
- MBA Accounting Data Analytics
- MBA Applied Finance
- MBA Business Analytics
- MBA Business Process Management
- MBA in Marketing
- MBA Cybersecurity Administration
- MBA Cybersecurity Management
- MBA Healthcare Analytics
- MBA Healthcare Management
- MBA HR Management
- MBA IT Project Management
- MBA Operations & Supply Chain Management
- Master of Science
- MS Finance
- MS Healthcare Informatics
- MS HR Management
- Certificates
- Graduate Certificates
- Graduate Certificate in Accounting Data Analytics
- Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance
- Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Analytics
- Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management
- Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management
- Graduate Certificate in Marketing
- Graduate Certificate in Operations & Supply Chain Management
- Graduate Certificates
Online Technology Programs
- Master of Science
- MS Cybersecurity Management
- MS Management Information Systems
- MS MIS Business Analytics
- MS MIS Business Process Management
- MS MIS IT Project Management
- MS Healthcare Informatics
- Certificates
- Graduate Certificates
- Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics
- Graduate Certificate in Business Applications of Artificial Intelligence
- Graduate Certificate in Business Process Management
- Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Administration
- Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Management
- Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Policy and Implementation
- Graduate Certificate in Digital Forensics
- Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Analytics
- Graduate Certificate in Health Information Privacy and Security
- Graduate Certificate in IT Project Management
- Graduate Certificate in Project Management for Healthcare Informatics
- Graduate Certificates
Master of Business Administration Online
The online Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at the University of Illinois Springfield is designed to increase students' value to employers and career versatility. The program provides broad-based knowledge and advanced expertise, helping students rise as more competent and confident leaders.
Program Overview
- Total Tuition: $16,550
- Duration: As few as 12 months
- Credit Hours: 30 The AACSB-accredited online MBA program offers a variety of specializations and allows students to customize their degree with an additional certificate in a specialized area.
Career Opportunities
- Business Analyst
- Marketing Professional
- Financial Planner
- Controller
- Merchandiser
- Sales Representative
- Media Buyer
- Production Line Supervisor
- Human Resource Manager
Accreditation
The College of Business and Management at the University of Illinois Springfield is accredited by AACSB International (AACSB), a symbol of the highest standard in management education.
Tuition
The online MBA program offers an outstanding value at an affordable cost, with a pay-by-the-course tuition that fits easily into students' budgets.
Program Tuition
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA General | $550 | $1,650 | $16,550 |
Calendar
The online program features multiple start dates per year, allowing students to begin at the time that best fits their schedule and complete their degree quickly.
Important Dates
| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026-1st Half | 1/12/26 | 12/15/25 | 1/2/26 | 1/7/26 | 1/11/26 | 3/14/26 | 8 weeks |
| Spring 2026-2nd Half | 3/16/26 | 2/23/26 | 3/3/26 | 3/11/26 | 3/15/26 | 5/9/26 | 8 weeks |
| Summer 2026-1st Half | 6/1/26 | 5/11/26 | 5/19/26 | 5/27/26 | 5/31/26 | 7/25/26 | 8 weeks |
| Fall 2026-1st Half | 8/24/26 | 8/3/26 | 8/10/26 | 8/17/26 | 8/23/26 | 10/17/26 | 8 weeks |
| Fall 2026-2nd Half | 10/19/26 | 9/28/26 | 10/5/26 | 10/12/26 | 10/18/26 | 12/12/26 | 8 weeks |
| Spring 2027-1st Half | 1/11/27 | 12/14/26 | 12/21/26 | 1/4/27 | 1/10/27 | 3/6/27 | 8 weeks |
| Spring 2027-2nd Half | 3/15/27 | 2/22/27 | 3/1/27 | 3/8/27 | 3/14/27 | 5/8/27 | 8 weeks |
Admissions
The admission process for the online MBA program is streamlined, with simple steps to apply.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- No GMAT required
- All official transcripts
Courses
The online MBA program requires 10 courses totaling 30 credit hours, including 21 credit hours of core courses and nine credit hours of electives.
Gateway Courses
- ACC 505: Foundations of Business Decision Making
- BUS 501: Business Perspectives
MBA Core Courses
- ACC 509: Management Accounting
- BUS 512: Marketing Management
- BUS 522: Production and Operations Management
- BUS 541: Organizational Behavior
- BUS 583: Business Strategy
- FIN 502: Managerial Finance
- MIS 525: Information Technology Management
Required Electives
Students may take any 500-level course within the College (ACC/BUS/FIN/MGT/MIS) as an acceptable elective, except for ACC 505, BUS 501, and MIS 513.