Set up with the mission to offer an exceptional and accessible education that prepares students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in a global society, Governors State University (GSU) was established in 1969. Since its inception, the institute has grown to become the only regional, public, comprehensive university in Chicago's south suburban area, serving approximately 4,600 students annually in 85 different bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and certificate programs.
GSU is an expert at guiding freshman and transfers students to discover the right degree program to excite their interests. The university's extensive list of graduate programs prepares students in a variety of fields for the next level of academic achievement. As an AACSB-accredited institute, Governors State University offers a Master of Science in Business Analytics program which is designed to prepare students to make the best use of data to add value to organizations. This program is designed based on the input from academic and industry stakeholders and is curated to meet rigorous requirements for AACSB business school assessment which assures student learning in meeting program competencies.
Preparing Students to Apply Technical Knowledge
Governors State University provides accessible, high-value undergraduate and graduate education to culturally and economically diverse students from across the region and around the world. From its mission statement, GSU is continuously striving to offer a holistic education that prepares students with the right knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in today's competitive corporate world.