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Launch Your
Finance
Career at Purdue

Master the principles of investment, risk and corporate strategy to drive financial success.

Finance majors at the Mitch Daniels School of Business learn to manage assets, analyze markets and allocate resources. You’ll build foundational skills in accounting and economics, then deep dive into financial analytics, investment management and venture capital to prepare for a high-impact career.

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A Transformative Education

Learn to interpret financial statements, securities and global markets. Our curriculum blends financial reporting, quantitative analysis, economics and history, giving you a comprehensive understanding of money, banking and international finance.

Real-World Experience

Manage a real investment portfolio through our Student Managed Investment Fund or compete for cash prizes in the Finance Management Research Challenge. These hands-on opportunities let you apply classroom theory to actual financial decisions.

Elite Industry Preparation

Gain a competitive edge through our new Investment Banking Academy and The Purdue Finance Workshop, which connects outstanding students with successful alums pursuing careers in finance across the globe. This ecosystem prepares you for success in high-level finance careers with specialized training, networking and mentorship.

Your Future in Finance

Professional opportunities abound in corporate, government, nonprofit and consulting sectors. You’ll graduate ready to excel as a financial analyst, investment banker, asset manager or developer in any major financial center.

With a degree in Finance, you could become a:

  • Financial Analyst
  • Financial Developer
  • Investment Banker
  • Asset Manager
  • Financial Planner

$70,158

average starting salary

$7,307

average hiring bonus

$22

intern hourly wage
Layla Good

I’ve worked on case studies that mirror real-world business problems, honing my ability to make data-driven decisions and present actionable insights. These experiences made me more prepared for case interviews and internships.

Layla Good

BS Finance '26
Finance Intern, Google

Build Your Business Journey

At the Daniels School of Business, you'll gain more than a degree. You’ll discover your potential and chart a path that’s uniquely yours. You can study abroad, add a concentration or minor, or pursue a master’s degree, often without adding extra time to your undergraduate journey.

Take advantage of academic experiences that add value:

Outside the classroom, you’ll find countless ways to get involved, from learning communities and case competitions to leadership roles on the School of Business Council and more. You’ll also benefit from personalized career coaching and connections to top employers.

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