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Liautaud Graduate School of Business Admissions
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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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 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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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 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 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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Tuesday, July 24, 2012 by
In an effort to enhance the UIC Liautaud application experience and
improve our processing time, all application documents can now be
easily uploaded to the online application starting today, July 24,
2012. Applicants are discouraged from mailing application documents
to our office and are encouraged to limit their documents to those
listed on our application checklist. To access our online
application, click here. To review our application checklists,
click here. If you have any additional...
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Tuesday, July 17, 2012 by
In recent years, the UIC Liautaud Graduate School of Business has
moved to an online submission process for all letters of
recommendation. Applicants should provide the names and emails of
their recommenders on the online application. We will then email
recommenders directions for uploading their letters of
recommendation online. As you prepare your online application, here
are a few things to keep in mind regarding letters of
recommendation.
- Because we offer professionally-oriented programs, it...
Tuesday, July 3, 2012 by
Many prospective students I speak with are surprised to know that
approximately 50% of Liautaud MBAs have come from non-business
related careers and undergraduate majors. Each year, we typically
take in new students with backgrounds in medicine, engineering,
education, and a variety of other fields. When reviewing an
applicant’s work history, our Admissions Committee looks for the
following:
- Two or more years of post-undergraduate work experience: Our work experience average for an incoming...
Thursday, April 12, 2012 by
With the application deadline approaching, we would like to
remind you to submit your completed application if you have not
already done so. We are very excited about the quality of
applicants admitted to our program for the Fall 2012 semester and
hope that you will join this group of exceptional students.
Applications will be accepted until June 15th, 2012. However, the
priority deadline is May, 15th 2012. The priority deadline
increases an applicant’s chances for both scholarship awards...
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Friday, January 6, 2012 by
Happy New Year, Everyone! Our Admissions Team is pleased that we
are receiving a large volume of applications Fall 2012
admissions. Here are a few hints to help make the process go
smoothly! 1) Please make sure you have your first and last name on
all application materials so that we can match those documents to
your file. If you have nicknames or have several names that you
use, please be consistent and use only one name/the same
name. If you can also reference your application ID number,
that...
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Tuesday, October 18, 2011 by
Hello Everyone, I would like to take this opportunity to
introduce myself to both the Liautaud community and prospective
students alike. B-school admissions is my passion, you will soon
come to learn. I enjoy finding talented future business leaders and
innovators and helping them connect with the tools that they need
to propel their careers forward. My role is to help you understand
the resources offered at Liautaud, assist you in navigating the
admissions process, and helping you to enroll...
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