Business Education
Fully Online
Overview
The Master of Science in Business Education (MSBE) is a professional degree designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop specialized knowledge in either pedagogy or content. In the pedagogy intensive track, students who are licensed teachers will complete advanced courses in both business education and education. In the content intensive track, students with baccalaureate degrees who are interested in teaching at community colleges will complete advanced courses in both business education and business. The degree does not lead to teacher licensure. Students who are seeking licensure should complete the B.S. in Business Education. Most courses of the MSBE degree program are offered 100% online, therefore the program would not be appropriate for students seeking a predominantly on-campus, in-person learning experience.
Point of Pride
Housed in the College of Business, the MSBE offers graduates multiple career paths in both business and education.
Graduate Advisor
Dr. Kathy Mountjoy
(309) 438-5337
State Farm Hall of Business 346
Dr. Nesrin Bakir
(309) 438-0280
State Farm Hall of Business - SFH 348
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How to Apply
University Admission Requirements
A student applying to Business Education must:
- have earned a four-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a college or university that is accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting association, or do so within one academic year
- present official transcripts from each college or university other than Illinois State at which graduate, undergraduate, or non-degree credit was earned. Transcripts can be emailed from the university to Admissions@IllinoisState.edu or mailed in a sealed envelope to: Office of Admissions, 201 Hovey Hall, Campus Box 2200, Normal, IL 61790-2200
International students can learn more about specific application requirements by visiting the Office of Admissions.
Additional Program Admission Requirements
A student applying to this program must have a 3.0 GPA or higher in the last 60 hours of undergraduate course work.
Resume/CV
Include current resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
Letters of Recommendation
Submit the names and email addresses of three references for letters of recommendation.
Letter of Application
Submit a 2-page letter of application addressing the following information:
- Your interest in the MSBE program at Illinois State University
- Academic and professional goals
- How the MSBE program aligns with your goals and supports your objectives
- What you hope to achieve as a graduate student in the MSBE program
Global Access to Online Degree Programs (International Students)
When applying, international students applying to a fully online program must agree to our international online and hybrid programs disclosure and disclaimer statements. Due to limited on-campus courses, immigration documentation cannot be issued for students seeking F-1 or J-1 status.
Application Deadlines
- Fall Semester Term — July 1
- Spring Semester Term — December 1
- Summer Semester Term — April 1
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