Business Administration students who choose the Management concentration will develop the critical, conceptual and interpersonal skills that are essential to employment in management positions in all types of organizations. Managers and top executives hold more than seven million jobs in the U.S. They are the organizational leaders who formulate the policies and direct the operations of corporations, not-for profit institutions and government agencies. In this program, you will learn the knowledge and skills necessary to be problem solvers, excellent communicators and forward thinkers who understand that developing people is still the key to gaining a competitive advantage.

Learning Outcomes

  • develop an understanding of the different forms of organizations and how they operate in domestic and global contexts
  • learn how to analyze cognitive behavioral and ethical issues faced by individuals and groups in organizations
  • develop an understanding of appropriate strategies for organizational effectiveness.

Quick Facts

Format
Online, On-campus
Duration
4 years
Credit Hours
120

Calendar

Don't miss an important date or deadline

Designed for working professionals, UIS programs feature multiple start dates per year, so you can begin at the time that best fits your schedule and complete your degree quickly. View the Academic Calendar

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Apply by Date:
May 15, 2025

Start Date:
August 22, 2025

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Tuition & Aid

UIS is the most affordable option to earning your University of Illinois degree. Earn a world-class education for less than you’d expect.

 

Value of a UIS Degree

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UIS is No. 5 for students graduating with the least amount of debt, Midwest Region (2021).

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Top 25 best value school, Midwest Region, and the only public university in Illinois on the list (2022, 2023, 2024).

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98% of students receive aid

The average graduate from UIS will see an increase in earnings of $31,700 - $69,000 each year compared to someone with a high school diploma working in Illinois.

< High School
$26,800
High School
$36,600
Bachelor's
$68,300
Master's
$87,200
Doctorate
$105,600

Admissions

Applying to UIS is simple

We've streamlined our admission process to save you time and effort. Just follow the steps below.

 

Review admission requirements

No specific admission requirements are listed at this time. Please contact the Office of Admission for more information.

International students, will you need an F-1 student visa to study on campus at UIS? Please review the International Applicants site for additional information.

Complete your application

An email address is required to create an account. To submit a paper application, visit the Resources & Forms page. Find more information about what type of student you are on the Student Types page. Applying for an online program is the same procedure as applying for an on-campus program.

Send your official transcripts

Email your official or certified academic records/transcripts to incomingtranscripts@uis.edu or through any of the major transcript platforms. Photocopies will not be accepted.

Submit required statements/writing sample

If you are a first-year student, a statement of 250-650 words is required for admission. We want to hear about your professional aspirations, intellectual interests, and personal experiences relevant to your choice of a specific academic program. You can upload the required documents on you're application status page.

Pay your application fee

You can submit your non-refundable application fee online, after completing the online application. Alternately, it can also be mailed to the university, payable to University of Illinois Springfield.

Domestic students: Undergraduate - $50, Graduate - $60;

International students: Undergraduate - $60, Graduate - $75.

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Courses & Catalog Information

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Career Opportunities

Exploring the following career paths can help you see how your degree opens up a wide range of exciting and rewarding opportunities in various fields.

  • Account Representative
  • Assistant Buyer
  • District Manager
  • Procurement Service Manager
  • Product Line Manager
  • Public Relations Coordinator
  • Purchasing Agent
  • Recruiter
  • Research Associate
  • Route Salesperson
  • Sales Associate
  • Sales Coordinator
  • State Fair Coordinator
  • Store manager
  • Union Organizer
  • Volunteer Coordinator
  • Sales Representative
  • Human Resource Rep
  • Insurance Agent
  • International Trade Specialist
  • Job Analyst
  • Merchandise Manager
  • Benefits Adviser
  • Business Manager
  • Buyer/Merchandising Trainee
  • Career Fair Representative
  • Commodities Trader Trainee
  • Compensation Analyst
  • Cost Estimator
  • Data Analyst
  • Department Manager
  • Direct Mail Researcher
  • Sales Management Trainee
  • Service Representative
  • Special Events Coordinator
  • Employment Specialist
  • Entrepreneur
  • Entry Level Consultant
  • Financial Analyst
  • Financial Planner
  • Job Coach
  • Marketing Representative
  • Media Manager
  • Personnel Trainee
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