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
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Jul 30
Herbold’s approach to teaching Accountancy wins top award
Gies Business Teaching Professor Josh Herbold, has been honored with the 2025 Outstanding Educator Award from the Illinois CPA Society.
Jul 28
Gies Business retirement expert calls for reframing annuities conversation
Reframing annuities as reliable cash flow instead of a risky investment can significantly reduce the stress inherent in retirement planning, according to Gies Business Professor and Dean Emeritus Jeff Brown.
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Reading Day - IT No Change Period in effect
Champaign , USA
consult@illinois.edu
Event Type: Other
The Technology Services No Change period is designed to minimize the number of technical disruptions that might occur around final exams.
Beginning on Reading Day and continuing a few days past the end of finals, Technology Services tries to make no technical changes to hardware or software that might disrupt the availability of the campus network, data storage, web sites or any of the software-based services that Technology Services provides to campus. Changes or updates will only be made by Technology Services for emergency purposes during the No Change period.
Contact: Technology Services Help Desk244-7000
consult@illinois.edu
Sponsor: Technology Services
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