Master's in Business Administration, MBA
Take the Management Path with our MBA Program in Chicago, Schaumburg or Online
Prepare for a management career with an MBA degree. You’ll learn how to lead with small classes, mentoring, internships and networking opportunities. You’ll build a broad business foundation and add a concentration in your own interests.
This full-time 2-year program consists of online or hybrid course meetings at our downtown Chicago campus or Schaumburg based on course availability. Students may opt to go part time and complete the degree in 2.5 years. For international applicants, the full-time hybrid course delivery meets F1 visa requirements. Admissions are open for fall, spring, and summer start dates.
Why Roosevelt for your MBA program
Earn your MBA degree online or in-person in Chicago or Schaumburg
Roosevelt’s MBA program can be completed fully online or through hybrid courses on a full- or part-time basis. Online courses meet the needs of busy working professionals, allowing you to do coursework anywhere and anytime. Hybrid courses balance the convenience of online with the rich learning environment of in-person courses. Hybrid course options meet the requirements for international students to study.
Connect to Businesses
Earn your degree in Chicago, the second-largest business center in the U.S. and home to dozens of Fortune 500 companies. Major companies work with our Career Services office to recruit students each year for internships and full-time jobs. Our graduates have gone on to work for major companies and accounting firms in Chicago, across the U.S. and globally.
Rich Cultural Diversity
The Heller MBA program draws students from across the U.S. and the world, creating a diverse environment where students learn critical skills for today’s interconnected global marketplace. Study in the Chicago Loop, home to thriving multi-national corporations with diverse workforces. Chicago is a truly global city with a kaleidoscope of cultures that are celebrated.
Value & Affordability
Our 33-credit hour, ACBSP-accredited program is cost-competitive relative to other accredited MBA programs. Earn a respected degree that delivers ROI without taking on a huge financial burden. Accelerated degree options are available to those who qualify, reducing the cost and time to needed complete your degree.
Study Real-World Situations and Build Industry Critical Skills
Our curriculum embodies an applied approach where students will learn from case studies, real-world projects and internship experiences to build foundational knowledge and in-demand skills. Our faculty are a mix of scholars and industry leaders from Chicago and across the US who provide a challenging but supportive learning environment, supporting your development as a future business leader.
Personalized Supportive Environment
At Heller, you aren’t just a number. The MBA program has many personalized supports built in to ensure your success. Dedicated academic advisors help you map your degree path, creating a path that fits your goals. Small class sizes enable personalized attention and allow you to build relationships with faculty and classmates. A full suite of career services will help you land that critical internship or full-time role upon graduation.
“Getting an MBA from Roosevelt University was the best decision I ever made. RU not only helped me gain in-depth knowledge of the subject, but it also prepared me to get an internship at Walmart Inc. while I was pursuing my degree.”
Neha Kasalkar, MBA ’18
Business Operations Manager, Theramedic Rehab
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