Program Overview
The Master of Business Administration in MBA - Executive Master of Business Administration at Loyola University Chicago is a rigorous postgraduate programme delivered on-campus at Loyola University Chicago. Designed for graduates and professionals seeking advanced expertise in business & management, the programme develops both theoretical foundations and applied skills essential for today's competitive environment.
Spanning 18 months, students engage with cutting-edge research, industry-relevant case studies, and practical projects. Instruction is delivered in English by research-active faculty with professional expertise.
The programme culminates in a dissertation or capstone project. Graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles, research careers, and doctoral study in business & management.
Key Program Features
- Immersive On-Campus Experience: In-person seminars, laboratory sessions, and professional networking at Loyola University Chicago.
- Expert Faculty: Taught by research-active academics and practitioners with deep expertise in Business & Management.
- Diverse International Cohort: Study alongside students from around the world, broadening your global professional network.
- Research-Informed Curriculum: Content grounded in the latest academic research and real-world industry practice.
- Dissertation / Capstone Project: Culminating independent project applying your expertise to an original research question or industry challenge.
- Dedicated Career Support: Access to career coaching, employer networking events, and job placement assistance.
- 18 months Duration: Part-time and accelerated options may be available — enquire with the admissions office.
Career Opportunities
EMBA: Career Connections
Executive MBA students and graduates have careers in a wide range of sectors and fields of expertise. Our program can propel your career to new levels of success in many areas including but not limited to:
- Consulting
- Entrepreneurship
- Progression from middle management to senior-level positions
- Strategic account leadership
- Product management
- Business development
- Marketing
- Financial leadership
- Operations
- Supply chain management
Loyola University Chicago is a member of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities (AJCU), a network of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities nationwide. This membership provides our graduates with access to career advising services, resume and interviewing assistance, career fairs and events, and employment listings in our Career Services center , as well as at career centers at other U.S. Jesuit colleges and universities.
Program Curriculum
Program Structure
The Executive MBA program offers a hybrid delivery format with classes meeting in-person approximately every other Saturday. On the non in-person weeks, our classes convene online in an asynchronous format. On-campus classes are held on Loyola's Water Tower Campus , which is conveniently located off the Red Line in the heart of Chicago.
Admission Requirements
Application Requirements
Application requirements for the MBA: Executive include:
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- Interview for Admission
- Resume/CV
- Statement of Purpose
Applicants will be contacted directly for an interview with the program director.
Statement of Purpose Details
Please select two of three questions below and provide your response in an essay format:
- We would appreciate learning more about your interest in our program. Please tell us about your professional aspirations and why our program may help you reach your goals.
- We would like to learn more about you and our cohort. What values, skills, and work styles do you offer the cohort? What are you looking to learn from your program colleagues?
- Please view the vision and mission of the Quinlan School of Business . How does your current or aspirational leadership style connect to our vision and mission?
Official Documents
Applicants must submit official transcripts from all institutions attended. Official transcripts are those that are sent directly by the college/university to Loyola University Chicago. Transcripts (with U.S. educational credentials) sent by the student to Loyola are considered unofficial documents, and while they may be utilized for initial review of your application, official transcripts are still required. Official documents should be sent by the institution to gradapp@luc.edu .
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 92,064/year (international)
Costs, Scholarships, and Aid
Inclusive Tuition Model
The Quinlan MBA: Executive is an inclusive tuition model. The estimated total program cost for the MBA: Executive is $112,910.00. Our inclusive tuition model includes on-campus catered breakfast and lunch, all textbooks and required course materials, the executive degrees leadership coaching program, an initial curriculum primer course at the onset of your program, Quinlan networking events, and Quinlan Alumni engagement experiences. Also included in this tuition is an 8-10 day international immersion course and trip with your cohort. Our team is available to discuss options for funding your educational investment including tuition support from the Quinlan School of Business. For more detailed information about tuition and fees, and a breakdown of how these costs are calculated on a yearly basis, please visit Tuition and Fees from the Office of the Bursar.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Costs, Scholarships, and Aid
Inclusive Tuition Model
The Quinlan MBA: Executive is an inclusive tuition model. The estimated total program cost for the MBA: Executive is $112,910.00. Our inclusive tuition model includes on-campus catered breakfast and lunch, all textbooks and required course materials, the executive degrees leadership coaching program, an initial curriculum primer course at the onset of your program, Quinlan networking events, and Quinlan Alumni engagement experiences. Also included in this tuition is an 8-10 day international immersion course and trip with your cohort. Our team is available to discuss options for funding your educational investment including tuition support from the Quinlan School of Business. For more detailed information about tuition and fees, and a breakdown of how these costs are calculated on a yearly basis, please visit Tuition and Fees from the Office of the Bursar.
About Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, United States
Loyola University Chicago is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 18 months
- Credits 90 ECTS / 270 credits (18-month programme)