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.
Aug 28
Yang brings retail insight, investigator's eye to Gies Business
Nathan Yang has taught across formats at Cornell, McGill, and Yale, but Gies will still bring firsts. After years of teaching at legacy institutions, the innovation of business education at Gies was a major draw.
Aug 27
Dancing in the Dark: Academia’s reckoning with Generative AI
Generative AI has shattered the protective walls of academia’s "Ivory Tower," challenging faculty to adapt quickly to a rapidly evolving technological landscape that directly impacts knowledge work.
Events calendar
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Last Day of Instruction, Fall Semester
Champaign , USA
Event Type: Other
Sponsor: U-C Senate
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