Master of Business Administration

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Master of Business Administration

Illinois Institute of Technology

Accredited degree (100% online)

Offered by Illinois Institute of Technology, Stuart School of Business.

No application required

Degree admission is entirely performance-based. Bachelor's degree is required.

12 to 24 months

36 credit hours of graduate coursework

Approx. $417 USD per credit

About $417 x 36 credits = $15,000, with pay-as-you-go tuition for each course.

Save up to $1,250

You may be eligible to have your prior learning on Coursera recognized for credit.

Enroll in a tech-focused online M.B.A. - no application required!

With this degree, you’ll be uniquely prepared for managerial roles and responsibilities in organizations and industries where technology plays an important role or could play an important role in business success. Choose from the following majors: MBA in Business & Technology, MBA in Business Analytics, and MBA in Quantitative Finance.

Affordable, flexible, and simple to enroll

Earn your M.B.A. from a top-value school based in Chicago , completely online, for only $15,000. This program is designed with the working learner in mind – you can finish this degree in as little as 12 months, or take your time to finish your degree at a slower pace to fit into your schedule. 

This program also offers a unique and simple admissions process called performance-based admisions.  If you have your bachelor’s degree, simply take three introductory courses, earn a “B” or better, and you’ll be accepted into the program. Even better, those courses count toward your overall degree credit requirement of 36 credits – so only 33 credits to go! 

Illinois Tech takes pride in transforming lives and inventing the future. Through their flexible online M.B.A. program, this is achieved by making the degree significantly more affordable than the on-campus version. That said, it is important to note that the online M.B.A. is exactly the same as the one being taken by in-person Illinois Tech learners. You may also take the courses at your own pace, as you have up to six years to complete your 36-credit degree.

View your business education through the lens of tech:
You’ll complement the essential knowledge you develop by taking electives on cutting-edge topics such as artificial intelligence, data science, and cybersecurity.
Achieve an affordable online degree:
The online M.B.A. is 73% more affordable than other, similar programs. You can also save on tuition with credit for prior learning.
Create exciting new career opportunities for yourself:
This program is for you if you aim to begin or advance a management career in tech-focused companies.
Get started with no application:
Illinois Tech is making their MBA program more accessible than ever with performance-based-admissions. Simply select a course you'd like to start with, and perform in the course with a "B" or better, and you're on your way!

Admissions Information

Important Dates

Fall B - Enrollment deadline was October 21st

  • November 15, 2024: Last day to upgrade open content for credit for Fall B
  • December 6, 2024 Fall B Term Ends

Spring A - Enrollment deadline is January 28th

  • November 4, 2024: Spring A Registration
  • January 13, 2025: Spring A courses begin
  • January 28, 2025: Last day to register for Spring A Courses
  • February 17, 2025: Last day to upgrade open content for credit for Spring A
  • March 7,2025: Last day of Spring A courses

Spring B - Enrollment deadline is March 31st

  • November 4, 2024: Spring B Registration
  • March 10, 2025: Spring B courses begin
  • March 31, 2025: Last day to register for Spring B Courses
  • April 21, 2025: Last day to upgrade open content for credit for Spring B
  • May 9,2025: Last day of Spring B courses

Upcoming Events

November 7: Illinois Tech's Massive Online Open Content (MOOC) Webinar - Register here!

Additional Resources

Illinois Tech Academic Calendar

Course Offerings by Session

PBA Quick Start Guide

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Accredited degree (100% online)

Offered by Illinois Institute of Technology, Stuart School of Business.

No application required

Degree admission is entirely performance-based. Bachelor's degree is required.

12 to 24 months

36 credit hours of graduate coursework

Approx. $417 USD per credit

About $417 x 36 credits = $15,000, with pay-as-you-go tuition for each course.

Save up to $1,250

You may be eligible to have your prior learning on Coursera recognized for credit.

Accredited degree (100% online)

Offered by Illinois Institute of Technology, Stuart School of Business.

No application required

Degree admission is entirely performance-based. Bachelor's degree is required.

Enroll in a tech-focused online M.B.A. - no application required!

With this degree, you’ll be uniquely prepared for managerial roles and responsibilities in organizations and industries where technology plays an important role or could play an important role in business success. Choose from the following majors: MBA in Business & Technology, MBA in Business Analytics, and MBA in Quantitative Finance.

Affordable, flexible, and simple to enroll

Earn your M.B.A. from a top-value school based in Chicago , completely online, for only $15,000. This program is designed with the working learner in mind – you can finish this degree in as little as 12 months, or take your time to finish your degree at a slower pace to fit into your schedule. 

This program also offers a unique and simple admissions process called performance-based admisions.  If you have your bachelor’s degree, simply take three introductory courses, earn a “B” or better, and you’ll be accepted into the program. Even better, those courses count toward your overall degree credit requirement of 36 credits – so only 33 credits to go! 

Illinois Tech takes pride in transforming lives and inventing the future. Through their flexible online M.B.A. program, this is achieved by making the degree significantly more affordable than the on-campus version. That said, it is important to note that the online M.B.A. is exactly the same as the one being taken by in-person Illinois Tech learners. You may also take the courses at your own pace, as you have up to six years to complete your 36-credit degree.

View your business education through the lens of tech:
You’ll complement the essential knowledge you develop by taking electives on cutting-edge topics such as artificial intelligence, data science, and cybersecurity.
Achieve an affordable online degree:
The online M.B.A. is 73% more affordable than other, similar programs. You can also save on tuition with credit for prior learning.
Create exciting new career opportunities for yourself:
This program is for you if you aim to begin or advance a management career in tech-focused companies.
Get started with no application:
Illinois Tech is making their MBA program more accessible than ever with performance-based-admissions. Simply select a course you'd like to start with, and perform in the course with a "B" or better, and you're on your way!

Admissions Information

Important Dates

Fall B - Enrollment deadline was October 21st

  • November 15, 2024: Last day to upgrade open content for credit for Fall B
  • December 6, 2024 Fall B Term Ends

Spring A - Enrollment deadline is January 28th

  • November 4, 2024: Spring A Registration
  • January 13, 2025: Spring A courses begin
  • January 28, 2025: Last day to register for Spring A Courses
  • February 17, 2025: Last day to upgrade open content for credit for Spring A
  • March 7,2025: Last day of Spring A courses

Spring B - Enrollment deadline is March 31st

  • November 4, 2024: Spring B Registration
  • March 10, 2025: Spring B courses begin
  • March 31, 2025: Last day to register for Spring B Courses
  • April 21, 2025: Last day to upgrade open content for credit for Spring B
  • May 9,2025: Last day of Spring B courses

Upcoming Events

November 7: Illinois Tech's Massive Online Open Content (MOOC) Webinar - Register here!

Additional Resources

Illinois Tech Academic Calendar

Course Offerings by Session

PBA Quick Start Guide

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Performance-Based Admissions

This inclusive program welcomes learners from all walks of life. The performance-based admissions process serves capable learners who are ready to start their next educational journey without tests, application fees, or other hurdles. Complete three short courses (Competitive Strategy, Managerial Economics: Buyer and Seller Behavior, and Mastering Excel Essentials to Enhance Business Value) with at least a B in each course, provide proof of your bachelor's degree, and you’ll be accepted to the program.

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  • $15,000 USD tuition total Competitive pricing with flexible options.
  • Pay-as-you-go tuition Work at your own pace and pay for courses one-at-a-time.
  • Financial aid opportunities Illinois Tech encourages you to seek tuition reimbursement through your employer.

Build toward a degree

When you complete these programs, you may have learning recognized for credit toward this degree, if you are admitted and enroll.¹

¹Successful application and enrollment are required. Eligibility requirements apply. Each institution determines the number of credits recognized by completing this content that may count towards degree requirements, considering any existing credits you may have. Click on a specific course for more information.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, it is accredited by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), which is the world’s leading accreditation body for business schools.

Yes, learners can enroll in stackable open content to experience the content in the pathway courses. Find a course here!

Up to 12 credits a semester.