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Tuesday, April 30, 2013 by
It's not too late to start your master's program this fall with us
- we have extended our deadline to accommodate you! Our
new extended deadline for fall applications is June
15 (domestic applicants only). If UIC Liautaud is on your
graduate school list for this year, take action now in one of the
following ways to connect with us:
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Wednesday, April 24, 2013 by
We are pleased to announce that the UIC Liautaud Master and PhD
level Master of Science in Management Information Systems (MIS)
programs have been approved as STEM (Science,
Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) - Designated Degree
Programs. Under the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program,
international students who graduate from colleges and universities
in the United States are able to remain in the country and receive
training through work experience for up to 12 months. Students...
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Friday, March 22, 2013 by
Each year, the UIC Liautaud Graduate School of
Business is proud to welcome a diverse pool of talented
candidates to our programs, including veterans of the US
Military. Hear what James Brendel, 2008 MBA alumnus and former
Black Hawk pilot for the U.S. Army, has to say about his experience
with UIC Liautaud and watch this brief video clip. As a
military-friendly university, we participate in a number of
programs, benefits, and scholarships designed specifically for
military personnel including:...
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Tuesday, March 19, 2013 by
University of Illinois at Chicago students may be eligible
for guaranteed admission into one of the following graduate
programs based on grades and coursework as an UIC
undergraduate student: UIC Liautaud Master of Science in
Accounting (MSA) UIC Liautaud Master of Science in Management
Information Systems (MS in MIS) As an added bonus, applicants
who qualify for our guaranteed admissions programs
are not required to submit GMAT/GRE scores or letters of
recommendation with their applications,...
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Wednesday, March 13, 2013 by
If you are interested in technology commercialization or early
stage venture funding, a background in science/technology makes you
a primary candidate for a unique opportunity. The UIC Liautaud
Graduate School of Business is partnering with UIC’s Office of
Technology Management and Illinois Ventures to offer graduate
fellowships to fund the MBA studies of qualified students while
they work with technology commercialization, funding early-stage
technology, and venture capital. The two-year...
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Wednesday, February 20, 2013 by
Many of you have heard that we are launching a new Weekend MBA
program starting this fall. If you are considering working while
pursuing your MBA degree, here are a few reasons why I feel the
weekend option makes a lot of sense. 1) You can complete the
program in just two years. Yes. You read correctly! Not many
part-time options allow you to complete an MBA in such a short
amount of time. Our program is a great way to quickly fast track
your degree without sacrificing your current profession....
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Thursday, January 31, 2013 by
Article by Jeffron Boynes, UIC News The University of
Illinois at Chicago’s Liautaud Graduate School of Business is
offering a new MBA option with Saturday classes for working
professionals who want to earn an MBA while pursuing their careers.
“UIC is excited to increase access to graduate business education
in the Chicago metro area,” says Michael Mikhail, dean of the UIC
College of Business Administration. “The weekend program provides a
high-quality, flexible option for students who are...
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Tuesday, January 22, 2013 by
Interdisciplinary Product Development (IPD) course is a year-long
curriculum offers a unique learning environment in which UIC
students in business, design and engineering partner with corporate
sponsors to generate new product innovation for the partner and a
real-world educational experience for students. Through
cross-functional teaming, conducting and applying customer
research, and developing a product from concept to first-stage
prototyping, students replicate the early stages of...
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Thursday, January 17, 2013 by
The GMAT is one of the most accurate predictors of how well you
will perform in a graduate level business program. As a result,
this is one of the primary data points that an Admissions Committee
will use to assess your candidacy. It's safe to say that most
people are extremely nervous about taking a standardized exam. My
recommendation for anyone falling into this category is do not go
into the GMAT exam blind without the proper practice. Your
preparation should definitely include...
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Friday, January 11, 2013 by
A new year is here--is advancing your career at the top of your New
Year's resolutions list? Learn more about UIC Liautaud
Graduate School of Business programs by attending one of our
exciting admissions events in January to fast track your
goals. UIC LIAUTAUD INFO SESSION – 1/16 Meet Caroline
La Torre, Director of Recruiting and Enrollment, and learn about
our four master’s degree offerings including our Weekend MBA
program offering - new this fall! Current student ambassadors
will also be...
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Tuesday, December 18, 2012 by
As you may be aware, the holiday season is just around the
corner. During this time, a vast majority of the University
will be closed along with many of the faculty and staff taking time
off. Due to this, we are notifying applicants that all Summer
and Fall 2013 applicants will not receive any decisions on their
application, and we will not be processing application documents
until after the holidays. Please anticipate application
processing to resume after January 2, 2013. To check...
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Tuesday, November 20, 2012 by
Many of our international applicants have questions regarding the
student visa process. Please note that all documents are processed
by and must be submitted directly to the Office of International
Services (OIS). This post will help answer basic questions about
how to submit the proper documents. When do I submit the
International Student Declaration and Certification of Finances
Form and supporting financial documents? UIC Liautaud does not
require students to submit evidence of financial...
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Wednesday, October 17, 2012 by
UIC Liautaud Graduate School of Business proudly hosts the annual
DocNet Forum. Join us for this Doctorate Recruiting Forum and
discover how your degree in Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or
the Social or Natural sciences could lead to an academic career in
business. Gain insights into a career in business academia and hear
from business school faculty and current Ph.D students.
Take the opportunity to meet representatives from the
following schools:
- Bentley University
- Boston College,...
Tuesday, October 16, 2012 by
How do you experience business school before enrolling? To provide
a sense of what to expect, UIC Liautaud is hosting an MBA mock
class this Saturday, October 20, at 9:30 AM. The class will feature
a lecture by Professor Rod Shrader titled, “Bringing New Technology
to Market.” Following his lecture, there will be an overview of the
UIC Liautaud Technology Ventures program. An introduction to Tech
Ventures is the perfect peek into what makes UIC Liautaud so
unique. As part of a large university,...
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Monday, October 8, 2012 by
UIC Liautaud is preparing business graduate school students
for a world marked by continuous change, with academic programs
that focus on innovation, entrepreneurship and a multidisciplinary
approach. Housed inside a major research university in the heart of
Chicago’s thriving business community, our graduate degrees are all
about fresh ideas, entrepreneurial savvy, positive social impact,
innovative leadership and a diverse and collaborative student body—
one that forms a lifelong...
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Tuesday, October 2, 2012 by
Greetings from the UIC Liautaud Graduate School of Business! As we
prepare for 2013 admissions, this article should be required
reading for all international applicants before beginning the
application process. I am including tips below to help applicants
avoid common mistakes during the admissions process. 1) Getting the
correct documentation together is essential. For a listing of
requirements specific to applicants from your home country, please
find the following web link where you can...
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Tuesday, September 11, 2012 by
MBA Mock Class Jenny Hoobler, PhD Monday, Sept. 17 6:00-7:00
pm Register here Want to know what it’s really like in one of our
unique classroom settings? We're hosting an exciting MBA mock class
this Monday where you can do just that. This Employee Motivation
lecture with Professor Jenny M. Hoobler will be held on Monday,
September 17, at UIC Student Center East. The class will focus on a
central topic in organizational behavior and employee
motivation--including contemporary theory in this...
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Tuesday, September 4, 2012 by
As part of the admissions process, all qualified candidates will be
invited by email for an interview by the Admissions Committee.
Applicants are given the option of interviewing on-campus, by
telephone and by Skype. Skype is strongly preferred for
international applicants. All interviews are conducted by a member
of the Admissions Committee on a one-on-one basis. The interview is
meant to provide the Admissions Committee with more information on
your qualifications, career goals, and potential...
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Monday, August 20, 2012 by
Hello Liautaud Students! As you know, we are now less than a week
away from the UIC Liautaud new student orientation. Orientation is
a great way for new students to connect with each other - as well
as with current students, faculty and staff - while preparing
for the academic year ahead. Our goals for orientation are that
students will learn about our various programs and will have the
opportunity to refine skills that will help them become succesful
students, valued classmates and networking...
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Tuesday, August 14, 2012 by
What do you get when you combine incoming graduate business
students, current Liautaud student ambassadors, faculty members and
Greek food? The final UIC Liautaud new student networking event of
the summer, of course! Every year, we host several new student
networking events to encourage our incoming Liautaud students to
mingle and get to know current Liautaud students, faculty and staff
members. Last night, our final event of the summer took place at
the Parthenon Restaurant in Chicago's Greek...
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