0 or 2 credits
Fall 2026 Lecture Upper Division
This course will provide undergraduate engineering students access to Purdue Engineering alumni working in the C-suite, as well as basic knowledge regarding the understanding of corporate financial statements. The forum is a lecture-discussion course featuring executives from engineering firms, tech companies, and other organizations. Emphasis is placed on the actual practice of leadership in corporate America, on career selection and mobility, on styles of leadership, and on other business topics not normally covered in undergraduate engineering courses.
Learning Outcomes1Have a fundamental understanding of basic financial statements, ratios, and methods used to make business decisions.
2Understand the backgrounds, traits, qualities, and mindsets of Purdue undergraduate engineering alumni at the executive level.
3Acquire up-to-date knowledge of business essentials needed for corporate leadership.
4Discover career opportunities for engineers in the business function of organizations.
Restrictions
made by Purdue students.