Bridge the gap between business strategy and engineering innovation to solve tomorrow's biggest challenges.
Our Integrated Business and Engineering (IBE) program prepares you to make data-driven business decisions grounded in technology, math and engineering principles. Join a unique cohort program developed in partnership with Purdue’s College of Engineering and choose from specialized tracks in Data Analytics, Financial Engineering, Operations or a custom focus built with your academic advisor.
IBE students build a strong foundation in math and programming while taking roughly 60% business and 40% engineering courses. The program includes hands-on experiences like EPICS (Engineering Projects in Community Service) and Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP), where you’ll tackle real-world challenges for academic credit.
Develop a powerful blend of technical expertise and business acumen. Through with company representatives who act as coaches, mentors and judges, you’ll learn to lead teams, innovate solutions and communicate effectively across technical and business stakeholders.
IBE students benefit from a , fostering collaboration and connection with like-minded peers. Join business student organizations and build a network that supports your academic and professional growth.
IBE graduates are fluent in both business and STEM, making them uniquely prepared to lead technical projects, consult across industries, and drive innovation in high-demand roles.
With a degree in Integrated Business and Engineering, you could become a:
New Double-Degree
Introducing the IBE+IE program! Qualified undergraduates can join an elite cohort of top students exploring the intersection of business and engineering like never before. Earn two bachelor’s degrees in 8 or 9 semesters: one in Integrated Business & Engineering (IBE) from the Daniels School, one in Industrial Engineering (IE) from the College of Engineering.
Learn more about IBE+IE
Beginning in fall 2025, the IBE program will be offered at Purdue University in Indianapolis. Located downtown, students have the opportunity to work with major organizations like IndyCar and Rolls-Royce while enjoying a thriving city scene. Find a wide variety of career opportunities in Indy, known for innovation and the world-famous Indianapolis 500, the greatest spectacle in racing. Contact our recruiters to learn more about the admissions process and to explore the opportunities awaiting you in Indianapolis!
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.
My classes taught me valuable technical skills like RStudio and Python in a business setting, while also instilling resilience and persistence in my pursuit of excellence.
Victor Chukwuocha
BS IBE '26
