BS in Business Administration

The BSBA at Illinois Tech’s Stuart School of Business is a STEM-focused program that blends core business principles with a foundation in science, technology, and analytical thinking. Designed for students who want to lead in today’s fast-paced, innovation-driven business environment, the curriculum emphasizes data literacy, interdisciplinary knowledge, and hands-on problem-solving.

The program includes specializations in diverse fields such as entrepreneurship, psychology, architecture, logistics, and construction management, or allows students to choose a custom track by selecting a minor from any other Illinois Tech program. The BSBA also integrates technology-focused coursework, project-based learning, and small class sizes to ensure students graduate with real-world readiness.

The Stuart School of Business is AACSB-accredited, placing it among the top 6% of business schools globally. Its Chicago location provides unmatched access to a leading business ecosystem and corporate partnerships.

Course overview

Year 1:

• Introduction to business and economics, business analytics, micro- and macroeconomics

• Calculus and natural science foundation

• First-year programming (CS 105 or CS 110)

Year 2:

• Financial and managerial accounting, organizational behavior, business law

• Marketing and finance decision-making

• Core humanities and social science electives

Year 3:

• Supply chain analytics, strategic cost management, analytics for optimization

• Business economics, first two specialization electives

• Two required Interprofessional Projects (IPRO I & II)

Year 4:

• Capstone: Strategic Management and Design Thinking (BUS 480)

• Final specialization electives and free electives

• Advanced humanities/social science coursework