Purdue University Northwest

What you'll study

Coursework typically covers fundamental topics such as financial and managerial accounting principles, basics of marketing and market analysis, principles of management and organizational behavior, and introductory finance. Students learn to read financial statements, contribute to team projects, apply simple budgeting and forecasting techniques, and interpret basic market information to support decisions in their primary field of study.

Entry requirements

Admission to a minor usually requires enrollment in the university as an undergraduate student and completion of any specified prerequisite courses or minimum GPA set by the College of Business. Students must consult their academic advisor and the College of Business advising office for the campus-specific declaration process and course sequencing.

Career prospects

A Business Minor enhances employability for graduates in technical, creative or scientific majors by demonstrating cross-functional business competence. Typical outcomes include improved prospects for roles that require collaboration with business teams—project coordination, product support, sales engineering, nonprofit program management—or clearer pathways to graduate business study or professional certifications.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Funding for students pursuing a minor is generally accessed through the university’s undergraduate scholarship programs, departmental awards, or need-based financial aid. Students should explore campus scholarship databases, college-specific awards administered by the College of Business, and external scholarships that support interdisciplinary study or career goals aligning with business skills.