Master in Business Education

Tuition fees for Master in Business Education are 26,332 USD per year, and applications for the Aug 2027 intake close on May 1, 2027.

The Master in Business Education at Illinois State University is for students who want to teach business. This 1-2 year Master's degree helps you become a business teacher.

The curriculum includes subjects like business management, marketing, and finance. You'll develop skills like lesson planning, teaching, and mentoring. You'll also get hands-on experience with teaching practices.

Graduates can become Business Teachers, Corporate Trainers, or Education Consultants. They can work in schools, companies, or non-profit organizations, like the National Business Education Association or the American Management Association.

Illinois State University (ISU), founded in 1857 and located in Normal, is a comprehensive public university with a long tradition of teacher education and broad academic offerings across 252 programs. Serving roughly 20,878 students, including an international cohort of about 1,000, ISU combines strong undergraduate teaching with expanded graduate and professional programs in education, business, health sciences, arts and applied disciplines.

ISU emphasizes career-ready learning, small class sizes and strong faculty mentorship. Programs integrate experiential learning through internships, community partnerships and applied research, helping students build professional portfolios and practical experience. The university’s commitment to student success is reflected in advising services, career centers and active employer engagement that support transitions into regional and national job markets.

Campus life in Normal offers a welcoming college-town atmosphere with cultural events, clubs and practical support for international students, from orientation to career counseling. ISU’s location in central Illinois combines affordable living with access to metropolitan centers for internships and networking. For international applicants seeking a supportive, student-centered campus with a balance of academic breadth and applied opportunities, Illinois State provides a stable, professionally oriented environment to develop skills and begin a global career.