EIU's MBA with Applied Management Option is a practice-oriented, flexible degree for students who want broad, hands-on business skills rather than a single specialization. Delivered on campus or fully online, the program builds a foundation in core business areas — finance, marketing, operations, and management — then lets students customize their path with electives ranging from data analytics to cybersecurity to accounting, preparing them for leadership and management roles across industries.
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"I chose to attend EIU because of the "We're All in For You" message I was not only told but truly felt from the moment I stepped foot on campus at Eastern. ... Finally, I am proud of my legacy; both of my parents attended EIU and met here during their time as students, so it was very meaningful to choose and share EIU with them. ... I am forever grateful for all that EIU has done for me thus far and am proud to always be an Eastern IL University Panther!"Megan JobeClass of 2027, MBA: Applied Management
The MBA with Applied Management Option at Eastern Illinois University is designed for students who want broad, practical business knowledge they can apply across industries. This flexible MBA option helps students build skills in management, strategy, finance, marketing, operations, information systems and organizational leadership.
View in CatalogFederal graduate lending changed on July 1, 2026 - Grad PLUS loans ended for new borrowers and new federal borrowing caps now apply to graduate students. Here's why the math still works at EIU:
Estimated total for this degree: ~$15,147 (tuition and fees)
Estimates use 2026-2027 Illinois-resident tuition and fees and typical full-time enrollment. Your actual costs and aid depend on your program, enrollment, FAFSA, and prior borrowing.
Talk to EIU Financial Aid →$15,147 total, just 15% of your $100,000 federal graduate borrowing limit
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