Develop advanced business research skills through faculty mentorship, quantitative and qualitative methods, and a substantial research project. This MBA option supports students considering doctoral study or research-focused careers.
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"I didn't expect to get real experience this early, but by my sophomore year I was already working on projects that felt like actual marketing work. It made me feel confident that I'm ready for what comes next."Alex WilcoxonMarketing | Junior
The MBA Research Option combines advanced business study with focused preparation in research design and analysis. It is a fit if you are considering a Ph.D., an academic career or research-intensive work in consulting, industry or public organizations, and you want to go deep into research methodology.
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: ~$16,665 (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 →$16,665 total, just 17% of your $100,000 federal graduate borrowing limit
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