More than business. Business on purpose.
We prepare learners to approach business differently, with the goal of making a difference.
Innovative business programs for a dynamic world
We empower the next generation of purposeful leaders with knowledge and practical skills to succeed in today’s ever-changing business world. From foundational business courses to specialized areas like data analytics, sustainable business, and entrepreneurship, you’ll learn from world-class faculty dedicated to your growth.
Undergraduate Programs
Explore a broad range of business majors and minors designed to shape future leaders and innovators.
Graduate Programs
Elevate your expertise and advance your career in as little as one year with our specialized graduate business degrees.
Online Programs
Gain a world-class business education with the flexibility and convenience of our online business graduate programs.
Shaping business, society, and the global economy
We are dedicated to making a tangible impact on the business world, our communities, and the global economy. Our faculty lead groundbreaking research that addresses real-world challenges, and our students engage in experiential learning opportunities that foster leadership and social responsibility.
Social Impact
We’re tackling important issues and empowering our learners and faculty to address pressing societal challenges. From the environment to health to corporate responsibility, we’re helping to foster an equitable and sustainable future.
Experiential Learning
Our undergraduate and graduate learners gain valuable experience working directly with clients on real-world challenges. This hands-on approach prepares them to add significant value and bring high-impact solutions to future roles.
Career Readiness
We go beyond traditional advising, focusing on helping students translate their unique talents and passions into the tangible skills today's business world demands. Our innovative approach gives learners access to exceptional opportunities.
Featured news and research articles
Stay up to date on the latest developments at Gies Business. Explore recent news, student achievements, faculty accolades, and partnerships.
Oct 21
PODCAST: Relational Overload: How to thrive in a world of constant collaboration
In today's hyper-connected world, we're constantly bombarded with messages and demands. But it goes beyond information overload; it's relational overload. Gies professor Pranav Gupta discusses his research on this phenomenon and strategies for navigating this complex landscape.
Oct 20
How COVID-19 reshaped the future of social security
A new study found that excess deaths from COVID-19 reduced future Social Security obligations by $205 billion. However, these fiscal "savings" highlight the profound human cost of the pandemic and do little to ease the overall strain on government finances or Social Security’s long-term solvency.
Events calendar
Discover upcoming events at Gies College of Business.
To explore all events, please visit our full events calendar.
New Alumni Welcome Celebration
Our Gies Alumni Family has grown! We want to bring Gies Alumni together to celebrate the graduates from the classes of 2020, 2021, and 2022 joining the Gies Alumni Network.
Please join Gies College of Business and the Gies Young Alumni Committee at William Blair in Chicago to welcome our newest alumni, reconnect with friends, and expand your Gies Business network. We hope to see you there!
Special thanks to William Blair for hosting the event.
August 25, 2022 | 6-8 pm
William Blair | 150 N. Riverside Plaza
Chicago, Illinois
If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate in this event, please contact Gies Business Office of Advancement at BusinessAlumni@illinois.edu or 217-244-6669. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs.
Discover your path at Gies College of Business
Take the next step toward a life-changing business education. Explore our programs, connect with our community, and discover the opportunities that await you.