The MSBA program is committed to academic excellence, maintaining a collaborative learning environment, providing high quality student service and developing lifelong learning skills. Students in the MSBA program will:

• Learn to combine knowledge and problem-solving skills in disciplines such as economics, finance, marketing, operations, management, and accounting.
• Enhance the development of critical managerial skills in the areas of leadership, teamwork, ethics, and communication.
• Obtain a firm understanding of international management strategy and global business operations.
• Gain a deep appreciation for using business tools for decision making and formulating global strategy.
• Enrich capacity to learn new concepts, think critically, and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow in a global environment.

The College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is recognized as a premier global institution for management and business leadership training. MSBA students benefit from a dynamic curriculum taught by distinguished faculty with outstanding research expertise. The College of Business at Illinois leverages a worldwide network of alumni and industry connections that will benefit students throughout their careers.