More than business. Business on purpose.
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.
Nov 06
Study: Electric scooters boost rideshare trips but reduce bikeshare demand, raise new safety concerns
E-scooter availability led to a 15.7% increase in short rideshare trips, but bikeshare programs saw a 7.6% decline in trips in areas with scooter access, suggesting that riders often substituted e-scooters for rental bikes.
Nov 04
PODCAST: The Transparency Tightrope: Inside corporate tax disclosures
In this episode of Research Reverb, Gies Business professor Stefan Richter discusses his new research revealing how tax authorities are mining public information and how companies subtly adapt their reporting to stay compliant while revealing as little as possible.
Nov 03
Satchell, the “Can-Do” man from Kansas, joins Gies Business
Teaching Assistant Professor of Finance Jason Satchell brings real-world investment experience and a passion for teaching to Gies College of Business, where he hopes to inspire students to succeed.
Events calendar
Discover upcoming events at Gies College of Business. To explore all events, please visit our full events calendar.
First Day of Instruction, Summer Term 2
Champaign , USA
Event Type: Other
Sponsor: U-C Senate
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