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Department of Managerial Studies

Purdue University Northwest's Department of Managerial Studies' business management degree programs prepare you for a fulfilling career in fields from human resources to marketing. Realize your full potential!

Managerial Studies Program

At Purdue University Northwest, our undergraduate, graduate and certificate-level managerial programs provide expert instruction in the latest practices and philosophies in the field and build the critical decision-making skills needed to succeed in any industry as it evolves.

Undergraduate Programs

Gain hands-on experience and a solid foundation of business knowledge with our bachelor’s degrees, designed to propel promising careers.


Graduate Degree Programs

Enhance your business acumen and human resource management skills with one of our business administration master’s degrees or certificate programs.

Navi Beesetti, a fourth-year Management major in the College of Business spent her summer as a product manager intern at Microsoft.

The ability to manage my time and be able to work with others are two of the key skills I was able to take from my school environment and apply to my work life.

Sydney Hanson

When I first visited the university, I liked the small class sizes with the ability to get to know my professors and I really liked the campus community. All of these things helped me choose PNW. I loved the whole school.

Erik Krause

I wanted smaller class sizes, professors who knew me and cared about my education, a community atmosphere on campus and a healthy learning environment. Purdue Northwest made that happen for me.

At Purdue Northwest, the class sizes are small enough that I was able to get to know my professors. They are willing to invest in you, in your success—you’re not just a number to them.

Learn More About Managerial Studies at PNW

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From scholarships to advising, see how the Department of Managerial Studies can help you succeed.

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Meet Department Faculty

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The diverse Managerial Studies faculty offers you a wide variety of experience and research.

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Admissions and Aid

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See why earning your degree at PNW is the next step to success: learn more about PNW admissions and financial aid.

Managerial Studies News and Announcements

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Purdue University Northwest students earn 2024 spring semester Dean’s List honors

The Purdue University Northwest (PNW) 2024 spring semester Dean’s List recognizes 1,636 undergraduate students for their academic achievements.

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Purdue University Northwest spring graduates encouraged to be brave in their careers

PNW spring 2024 graduates arduously persisted to complete their college degrees. Intensive hours spent studying or researching, leading on-campus events, and shining on the field or court have prepared PNW graduates well for their next professional ventures.

PNW Chancellor Holford Poses with 2024 Alumni Hall of Fame inductees Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr., the Honorable Diane Kavadias Schneider and Jeff Strack, president and CEO of Indiana Grocery Group

Purdue University Northwest Inducts Region Icons into Alumni Hall of Fame

Purdue University Northwest welcomed three new individuals to its Alumni Hall of Fame on Thursday, April 4: Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr., the Honorable Diane Kavadias Schneider and Jeff Strack, president and CEO of Indiana Grocery Group.

Upcoming Managerial Studies Events

Oct 08

Fall Break

PNW will observe Fall Break on Monday and Tuesday, October 7 and 8, 2024.

Oct 23

Fall 2024 Career Expo

A career fair for students and alumni of Purdue University Northwest that are seeking full time employment and internships across all industries and academic majors.

Oct 28

Spring 2025 Priority Registration Begins

Priority Registration for Spring 2025 begins October 28. Register promptly for the best selection of course days and times.

Nov 08

Last Day to Drop a Fall 2024 Class

Last day to drop Fall 2024 classes ends at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, November 8.