Application Note University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign– M.S in Technology and Management I PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Cultivating Mastery and Confidence The one-year MS in Technology Management is an intense and wholly immersive experience Here, you will learn how to think critically about competitive strategy and how to effectively execute it within a rapidly-changing technological environment Our program has a unique energy and place within a vibrant campus community Through innovative, team-based learning activities and engaging classroom instruction you will investigate the Frontiers of Technology, gain invaluable experience in multicultural collaboration and grow in understanding the responsibilities of leadership in quality organizations You can customize your program by choosing an optional concentration in Supply Chain Management, Business Data Analytics, or Information Technology and Control Whether you are an engineer seeking management acumen, or a business professional in need of more analytical training, the MSTM’s ability to act as a bridge between the two cohorts is its hallmark Concentrations and Minors Information Technology and Control Supply Chain Management Business Data Analytics The concentration in Business Data Analytics is designed to develop leaders in various business fields who understand (1) how to leverage data to identify new customer segments and market; (2) how to optimize the supply chain and logistics, and (3) how to collect, manipulate and visualize data for business decisions The concentration will develop skills using data as a foundation for sound decision making in business Is this a STEM program? Yes This program qualifies for a 36-month OPT extension for qualified international students https://business.illinois.edu/mstm/mstm-program-facts/ https://business.illinois.edu/mstm/ https://business.illinois.edu/mstm/concentrations/ II DEADLINE 2019 Application Deadlines Deadline Notification January 15, 2019 Approximately 30 days after all materials are received.* February 15, 2019 Approximately 30 days after all materials are received.* Application Note March 15, 2019 Approximately 30 days after all materials are received.* *Subject to change due to volume of applications https://business.illinois.edu/mstm/admissions/ III.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT Prerequisite Completion of a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent with a ‘B’ or better grade point average (3.0 on 4.0 scale) from an accredited college in the United States or a recognized institution GMAT/GRE You will note that the MS in Technology Management Program does not require the GMAT or GRE If, however, an applicant has taken the GMAT or GRE and wishes to submit the scores with his/her application, the scores will be taken into account during the application review process English Proficiency For international applicants where English is not their primary language, a minimum TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 103 iBT, 254 computer-based or IELTS of 7.5 or higher is required to be admitted full status Lower scores may be considered for limited-status admission My TOEFL score is not the required minimum of 103 May I still apply? Yes Students may be admitted on limited status if their TOEFL score is 79‐102 Limited status requires the student take an English Placement Test (EPT) at the University of Illinois On the basis of the EPT results, applicants are generally required to enroll in non‐credit "English as a Second Language" courses beginning the first semester at the University See http://www.linguistics.illinois.edu/students/placement/ https://business.illinois.edu/mstm/wp-content/uploads/sites/61/2018/08/MSTM-document-forapplicants-1.pdf https://business.illinois.edu/mstm/admissions/ IV PROCESS & MAILING ADDRESS Online Application Application Fee: Domestic applicants are required to submit a $70.00 application fee International applicants are required to submit a $90.00 application fee You must use a credit card to pay online Unofficial transcripts The unofficial transcripts must include a transcript legend, grade scale or grade criteria If an offer of admission is made, the Official Transcript(s) are required to be submitted upon arrival to campus Application Note Degree Certificate/Diploma If an offer of admission is made, the final Official Transcripts and the Official Degree Certificate(s)/Diploma are required to be submitted upon arrival to campus Where I send my official transcripts? Simple—You Don’t The College does not require official transcripts unless you are admitted to our program After being admitted, a student may bring or send their official transcripts to: Revised 8/24/18 KS The Graduate College 110 Coble Hall 801 S Wright St Champaign, IL 61820 Official Test Scores English Language Test Score TOEFL (from ETS) or IELTS score TOEFL scores must be sent to the U of I directly from ETS using Institution Code: 1836, Department Code: 00 For IELTS scores, you should upload a copy of your score card Please note: If admitted on “limited status” due to slightly low TOEFL or IELTS scores, it is recommended to retake the test to gain a higher score to avoid being required to take the university mandated English as a Second Language (ESL) course during the first semester of study (3) Letters of Recommendation Enter the name and email address of recommenders The application system will send emails to the recommenders and request their electronic submission My recommender cannot use the online system What I do? The College prefers that the recommender submit their recommendation online If he/she is unable to so, please ask your recommender to send the letter directly to business-ms-techmgmt@illinois.edu or mail to: Business Graduate Programs Gies College of Business 3019 Business Instructional Facility 515 E Gregory Dr Champaign, IL 61820 Résumé Personal Statement Essay for INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ONLY Optional Essay Declaration & Certification of Finances form Print, complete and upload Copy of passport Contact Info MS in Technology Management Department of Business Administration Gies College of Business University of Illinois 3019 Business Instructional Facility 515 East Gregory Drive Champaign, IL 61820 Application Note USA Phone: 217-244-7602 E-mail: ms-techmgmt@illinois.edu Do I have to submit a Declaration of Finance Form when I submit my application (International Students Only)? It is highly recommends that this form is submitted with the application It will save time if admitted to our program Students who submitted their proof of funding at the time of application received their I‐20 approximately three weeks earlier than those who waited until admission https://business.illinois.edu/mstm/wp-content/uploads/sites/61/2018/08/MSTM-document-forapplicants-1.pdf https://choose.illinois.edu/account/login?r=https%3a%2f%2fchoose.illinois.edu%2fapply%2f https://business.illinois.edu/mstm/admissions/ https://business.illinois.edu/mstm/admissions/checklist/ V SOP/ESSAY/WRITING SAMPLE Personal Statement (500 words or less) Please address the following questions in your personal statement: Why have you chosen this program to further your education? How will your skills and strengths add value to the program? What are your career aspirations upon graduation and how will this program help you achieve your professional goals? Essay for INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ONLY (250 words or less) Please answer the following question in this short essay: For International students seeking employment in the US: Realizing that the US job market is extremely competitive and challenging, if unable to secure employment in the US, what are your alternative plan(s)? Optional Essay (400 words or less) If you feel you need to explain an area of your application or if you have something you would like to share that was not addressed elsewhere in the application you may upload an optional essay Please note that no preference is given in the evaluation process to applicants who submit an optional essay https://business.illinois.edu/mstm/admissions/checklist/ VI ADDITIONAL NOTE FOR INT’L APPLICANT Admissions Requirements for a Country International applicants must meet minimum requirements based on their country of origin Check the minimum requirements of applicants from your country Application Note Taiwan Academic Credentials Required for Admission: Attested transcripts and certificate of degrees in native language required Attested English translation of transcripts and certificate of degrees required Acceptable Attested English Translations: Institution Translation Ministry of Education Translation Any Government Translation from Institution's Country Any U.S Government Agency Translation ATA (American Translators Association) Acceptable Attested Credentials: Official Letterhead/Transcript Paper Original Seal or Stamp, & Signature of Registrar Received in Sealed Envelopes Directly from the Institution Toefl Required: Required Comparable Bachelor's Degrees: Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree in Dentistry Bachelor's degree in Medicine Doctor of Medicine (previously called Bachelor of Medicine) Full Status Admission Minimum GPA Requirements: 70% International Students International students can join the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign on one of two visa types: F-1 “student” or J-1 “exchange visitor student” Upon admission, an international student is usually sent an I-20 to obtain an F-1 status There are three exceptions: Students already in the United States on a J-1 student status will be sent a DS-2019 to continue in that status Some students in J-1 status are not permitted to change status to F-1 within the United States Students already under the sponsorship of an agency for J-1 status (e.g AAI, LASPAU, AID, IIE, etc.) receive a DS-2019 from that agency Students who request a DS-2019 to come to the United States in J-1 status because of the advantages of that option, may be sent a DS-2019 Please note that students who receive at least half of their funds from personal or family sources are not eligible to obtain J-1 status Students with questions about the effect of J-1 versus F-1 status in their particular Application Note circumstances should write to: International Student and Scholar Services 610 East John Street Room 331 Champaign, Illinois 61820-5782 USA Telephone: 217-333-1303 E-mail: oisa@illinois.edu or isss@illinois.edu http://isss.illinois.edu Estimated Expenses for 2019 Admitted Students to Non-Base Rate Programs (for a single student) https://grad.illinois.edu/admissions/countries/ https://business.illinois.edu/mstm/admissions/international/ https://grad.illinois.edu/sites/default/files/pdfs/certoffinances.pdf VII STATUS CHECK This online graduate application is part of the ApplyYourself Application Network You will receive a User Name and Password so that you can return to work on your application over Application Note several sessions Your information is transmitted through a secured server and is kept confidential until you submit your application Only after you submit your application will it be available for review by our admissions staff https://app.applyyourself.com/AYApplicantLogin/fl_ApplicantConnectLogin.asp?id=uiuc-grad VIII OTHER Scholarship International Student Resources Financial Aid for International Students http://www.edupass.org/finaid/ Institute of International Education http://www.iie.org International Education Finance Corporation http://www1.ifc.org/wps/wcm/connect/corp_ext_content/ifc_external_corp orate_site/home International Education Financial Aid http://www.iefa.org/ International Students http://www.internationalstudents.org https://business.illinois.edu/mstm/admissions/tuition/ ... Champaign, Illinois 6182 0-5 782 USA Telephone: 21 7-3 3 3-1 303 E-mail: oisa @illinois. edu or isss @illinois. edu http://isss .illinois. edu Estimated Expenses for 2019 Admitted Students to Non-Base Rate Programs... Certification of Finances form Print, complete and upload Copy of passport Contact Info MS in Technology Management Department of Business Administration Gies College of Business University of Illinois. .. https://business .illinois. edu/mstm/wp-content/uploads/sites/61/2018/08/MSTM-document-forapplicants-1.pdf https://choose .illinois. edu/account/login?r=https%3a%2f%2fchoose .illinois. edu%2fapply%2f https://business .illinois. edu/mstm/admissions/ https://business .illinois. edu/mstm/admissions/checklist/