Dr. Mario Schijven

Associate Professor

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Biography

Mario Schijven is an Associate Professor in the Department of Business Administration at the University of Illinois. He earned his Ph.D. in Organization Strategy from Tilburg University in 2008 and has since developed a robust academic career, focusing on behavioral perspectives of strategy and organizational theory. His research delves into organizational learning, decision-making, and the evolution of complex strategic settings, particularly in the context of mergers, acquisitions, and organizational restructuring. Schijven has published extensively in leading journals, contributing insights into strategic management practices. He has held various academic positions, including Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University's Mays Business School before returning to Illinois. Schijven is actively involved in teaching strategic management courses at both undergraduate and Ph.D. levels, fostering the next generation of business leaders. His commitment to excellence in teaching is reflected in his recognition on the List of Teachers Ranked Excellent. He is also engaged in several professional service roles, including board memberships in key strategic management journals, where he contributes to shaping the field's advancement.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2025-01-01 — Present

University of Illinois • Champaign, IL

Teaching and conducting research in the field of business administration.

Assistant Professor

2014-01-01 — 2025-01-01

University of Illinois • Champaign, IL

Focused on business administration and strategic management.

Assistant Professor

2008-01-01 — 2014-01-01

Texas A&M University, Mays Business School • College Station, TX

Engaged in teaching and research related to management.

Awards

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ISOI Scholar

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Academy of Management Review Outstanding Reviewer Award

Courses

Business Policy Strategy Empirical Method in Strategic Research SEIB Brown Bag Seminar

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.