Business Analytics and Information Management
Develop the skills to connect business objectives with data insights. This cross-disciplinary major combines accounting and information management, equipping you to transform data into business value using advanced analytics to solve complex challenges in today’s data-driven world.
Why Purdue?
Applying
To study business analytics and information management at Purdue, you will apply to the business analytics and information management (pre) major.
Our students are equipped to thrive in today’s fast-paced global economy through immersive, real-world experiences that prepare them for roles such as:
- Business analyst
- Data analyst
- Database manager
- Operations analyst
- Supply chain analyst
- Software developer
- Security architecture and engineering, Eli Lilly & Company
- Project management intern, Mastercard
- Data analyst intern, Microsoft Corporation
- AI/data science analyst, Subaru of Indiana Automotive
- Private equity business development intern, Vista Equity Partners
- Graduate program in systems engineering, Cornell University
- Master of Business Analytics, University of Michigan
You should pursue the most rigorous high school curriculum available to you. Succeeding in challenging courses will make you a stronger candidate for Purdue’s competitive admission process and better prepare you for college success.
Minimum high school coursework (many applicants exceed these minimums):
- Math – 4 years (Calculus is encouraged)
- English – 4 years
- Lab science – 3 years
- Social studies – 3 years
- World language – 2 years
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Erin Brown
As a business analytics and information management major, Erin Brown’s classes focused on data, and taught technical and interpersonal skills, which prepared her to be successful in internships and her professional career. Erin’s first internship was as a data analyst intern at Textron Aviation, and she later had the opportunity to work as a Business Analyst Intern at Corteva Agriscience. Erin’s experiences prepared her to later join Eli Lilly as an Information and Digital Solutions Analyst.
Transfer to Business Analytics and Information Management
Purdue admits to individual majors. Transfer students must meet Purdue’s overall transfer criteria, as well as any major-specific requirements. Before you apply, check the closed programs page to confirm this major is open to transfer students. If it is, refer to the information below for major-specific transfer criteria.
- Minimum 3.5 GPA
- Must have a grade of B or better in any college-level calculus class.
