Loyola University Chicago

What you'll study

The programme provides a broad foundation in business disciplines alongside opportunities to specialise. Students follow a combination of core courses, major-specific classes, electives and experiential learning such as internships, consulting projects or study-away options.

• Core business foundations: principles of management, financial and managerial accounting, corporate finance, business law, marketing fundamentals and micro/macroeconomics.
• Quantitative and analytical skills: business statistics, business analytics, data visualisation, spreadsheet modelling and operations management.
• Management and organisational studies: organisational behaviour, human resource management, leadership, strategy and negotiation.
• Marketing and digital skills: consumer behaviour, digital marketing, brand management, market research and social media strategy.
• Ethics and global perspectives: business ethics, corporate social responsibility, sustainability and international business.
• Experiential learning and capstone: practicum or internship opportunities with Chicago-area businesses, a capstone strategy or consulting project, and elective choices that allow deeper focus on areas such as entrepreneurship, supply chain, or finance.

Entry requirements

Entry is competitive and typically requires completion of secondary education or an equivalent qualification. Applicants are evaluated on academic records, the strength of their preparatory coursework, and other supporting materials.

• High school diploma or equivalent with strong grades in a broad curriculum; recommended preparation in mathematics and English.
• Submission of transcripts; standardised tests (where applicable) may be considered but many programmes operate test-optional policies—check the university’s admissions guidance.
• Personal statement or essay outlining motivation and fit for business study; letters of recommendation may be requested for some applicants.
• Demonstration of English language proficiency for students whose first language is not English, typically via recognised tests or accepted alternatives.
• Transfer applicants need college/university transcripts and details of completed coursework; prior college credit may be assessed for advanced standing.

Career prospects

Graduates enter a wide range of roles across sectors. The curriculum emphasises practical skills valued by employers, such as data analysis, communication, teamwork and ethical decision-making.

• Typical entry-level roles: management trainee, business analyst, marketing coordinator, sales representative, HR generalist, and operations associate.
• Mid-career opportunities: project manager, product manager, marketing manager, supply chain manager, and financial analyst.
• Professional pathways: careers in consulting, corporate planning, brand and communications, entrepreneurship and non-profit management.
• Further study and professional qualification routes include MBA programmes, specialised master’s degrees (e.g. marketing analytics, finance) and professional certifications in areas such as project management, HR or digital marketing.

Why study at Loyola University Chicago

Loyola offers a values-driven business education with access to Chicago’s diverse economy. The business school combines rigorous academic training with an emphasis on ethics, social responsibility and experiential learning.

• Accredited business school: study within a recognised business faculty with programmes designed to meet professional standards.
• Location and industry connections: downtown and neighbourhood campuses provide ready links to finance, technology, healthcare and non-profit employers for internships and employer partnerships.
• Experiential opportunities: real-world consulting projects, internships, case competitions and service-learning projects are embedded in the curriculum.
• Support for career development: dedicated career services, employer recruiting events, and an active alumni network help students transition into the workforce.
• Values-driven education: a Jesuit heritage that emphasises ethical leadership, social justice and community engagement is integrated across courses and co-curricular activities.