Announcements

Fall 2026 Deadline to Register for Soft Launch Access

Fall courses begin August 12. We recommend learners register for Fall 1 courses by July 29 to have access to courses by soft launch on August 5. Review the Fall 2026 course offerings schedule and register today. Registration will not be permitted after 11:59 pm CT on the first day of class. Courses may reach capacity before the registration deadline, so it is advised to register early.  If you need assistance with course selection or registration connect with a specialist.  

Explore the Gies Online Immersion Program Webpage

Do you want to learn more about immersions? We are excited to announce that the Gies Online Immersion Program webpage is now live! Whether you're interested in domestic, international, or virtual experiences, this page is your central resource for learning about the application process, reviewing eligibility requirements, and finding answers to frequently asked questions.

Immersion programs offer a unique opportunity to apply what you've learned in the classroom, collaborate with peers and industry partners, expand your professional network, and gain valuable cultural and business perspectives. If you have questions about immersions, contact i-support@illinois.edu.

 Gies Events

 Coffee and Conversation with Gies Online Women

Friday, August 14 | 12:00 - 1:00 pm CT 

Join us to explore how women in business can achieve success in Gies Online Graduate Programs! A recruitment leader will be joined by some of the amazing women currently studying in one of our online programs. Bring your questions and a cup of coffee to sit back and discuss the experiences and challenges women face in business and how graduate education can help women succeed.

Register for the Women’s Coffee Chat

 Gies News

 Opinion: The AI Question Colleges Need to Address Now

Dean Brooke Elliott published an op-ed in Crain's Chicago Business in which she argues that proactive (and careful) AI adoption can prepare students and enhance our own faculty expertise. In discussing our use of faculty avatars, she highlights the importance of transparent governance, faculty involvement, and thoughtful institutional change. Read the article here.

Gies Online Programs Faculty Named to American Marketing Association Board

Aric Rindfleisch, John M. Jones Professor of Marketing, and Instructor of Marketing in Our New Digital World (MBA 545) was named chair of the AMA Foundations. The AMA Board of Directors is made up of impactful marketing visionaries who provide insight and guidance to create an essential community for marketers.

 This Week at Gies

 Use the Event Calendar for information on upcoming events, such as iConverge and iDegree Convocation, as well as academic dates and deadlines for the semester. Click event titles below for details on the events happening this week.

Using VMock in Your Career Search    
Tuesday, July 28

Fall 1 Deadline to register for Soft Launch Access (August 12 Start)
Wednesday, July 29

South Africa Immersion  
Sunday, August 2 - Saturday, August 8