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

Tuition
On-campus: $40,140*
Online: $46,320*
Duration
4 years
Credit Hours
120

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Start Date:
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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.

Tuition Estimates

On-campus $40,140*
Online $46,320*

*These numbers represent an estimate of the in-state tuition cost for this program and do not include fees. To get an estimate of the full cost of attendance check out the cost of attendance page and/or use the tuition calculator.

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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.

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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 your 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

Career Outlook & Potential Earnings

Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Bright Outlook

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primar

Median Annual Wage $99,080
Wage Range $47,180 – $209,470
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Speaking
  • Instructing
  • Active Listening
Typical Education: Doctoral degree, Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree

Business Continuity Planners

Bright Outlook

Develop, maintain, or implement business continuity and disaster recovery strategies and solutions, including risk assessments, business impact analyses, strategy selection, and documentation of busin

Median Annual Wage $83,050
Wage Range $47,880 – $150,010
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Active Listening
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
Typical Education: Bachelor’s degree, Post-baccalaureate certificate, Master’s degree

Administrative Services Managers

Bright Outlook

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

Median Annual Wage $114,130
Wage Range $67,100 – $207,720
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Active Listening
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Time Management
Typical Education: High school diploma or equivalent, Bachelor’s degree, Post-secondary certificate

Document Management Specialists

Bright Outlook

Implement and administer enterprise-wide document management systems and related procedures that allow organizations to capture, store, retrieve, share, and destroy electronic records and documents.

Median Annual Wage $116,580
Wage Range $55,940 – $188,470
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
Typical Education: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Associate’s degree

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, an

Median Annual Wage $104,590
Wage Range $64,560 – $215,620
Projected Growth Below Average
Top Skills:
  • Critical Thinking
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
Typical Education: Master’s degree, Doctoral degree, Bachelor’s degree

Business Operations Specialists, All Other

All business operations specialists not listed separately.

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