Illinois Business and Finance Overview

Business is booming in Illinois and whether you dream of a window office over the bustling streets of Chicago, or managing a small retail outlet in the country, obtaining a degree in business from an accredited online or campus-based school will help you achieve your dreams. Entry-level business careers generally require at least a bachelors degree in business, which also can be used as a foundation for entering a variety of occupations in other industries. A degree in business is a excellent starting point for careers in sales, management, administration, marketing, accounting or finance.

Online colleges offering Business and MBA programs in Illinois


Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that Illinois professionals in careers that typically require a bachelors degree have the potential of earning significantly more than average when compared to workers in all occupations. For example, the annual average wage for all workers in Illinois in May 2008 was $45,020, or $21.64 per hour; whereas Illinois management occupations had an annual average wage of $101,370 ($48.74 per hour) and business and finance operations occupations in Illinois paid an annual average salary of $66,790 ($32.11 per hour).

Browse through our comprehensive list of schools offering accredited online and campus-based business degree programs, listed below, to find the business degree program that will assist you in launching your Illinois business career. Finding an accredited business degree program is an important first step towards your career. Find yours today by requesting information from the schools below.

Online Colleges Offering Business and Finance Degrees

Accreditation  

University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. .

Campus Colleges Offering Business and Finance Degrees

Accreditation  

University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. .

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Business Salaries
Public Relations
$60,225
Advertising
$60,310
Certified Public Account(CPA)
$71,979
Finance
$44,665
Marketing
$42,475
Accounting
$53,041
Product Management
$76,729
Sports Management
$34,676
Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism
$43,868
International business
$58,074
Budget Analyst
$47,789
Buyer and Purchasing Agent
$34,924 - $49,208
Claims Adjuster
$41,273 - $52,216
Claims Examiners
$34,930 - $50,000
Claims Investigator
$35,296 - $46,346
Cost Estimator
$39,123 - $53,101
Financial Analyst
$43,147 - $58,389
Government Accountant
$43,726 - $58,034
Government Auditor
$44,590 - $56,877
Insurance Underwriter
$36,463 - $51,408
Internal Auditor
$42,342 - $56,620
Loan Counselor
$29,092 - $39,953
Loan Officer
$29,214 - $47,552
Management Accountant
$42,772 - $58,958
Meeting and Convention Planner
$34,923 - $47,764
Personal Financial Advisors
$30,973 - $51,045
Public Accountants
$41,357 - $52,083
Real Estate Appraisers
$30,669 - $57,763
Tax Collector
$32,761 - $49,954
Tax Examiner
$32,761 - $49,954
Tax Revenue Agent
$32,761 - $49,954
 * Based on 5 years experience