Integrated Business and Engineering

Get the best of both worlds—technical skills and business knowledge. Learn to solve real-world problems, lead teams, and make smart decisions that prepare you for success across industries.

Why Integrated Business and Engineering at Valpo?

This unique program lets you blend your passion for business and engineering—opening doors to careers in fast-growing, tech-driven industries. Graduates are prepared for a wide range of roles, including technical sales, business development, project management, operations analysis, production planning, and more.

You’ll gain the ability to think both creatively and analytically—exactly the kind of mindset employers value in today’s evolving workforce. Whether you’re launching a new product, improving a process, or leading a cross-functional team, this degree gives you the skills to succeed in a variety of industries—including those still emerging.

Apply Today

Request Info

Schedule a Visit

About Our Integrated Business and Engineering Major

Coursework includes classes in business, engineering, math, science, and general education to give you a well-rounded education. You’ll learn from dedicated faculty in both the College of Business and the College of Engineering, in the classroom and through hands-on experiences.

Students can earn up to two minors—one in engineering (mechanical or electrical) and one in business (business analytics, entrepreneurship, human resources, marketing, project management or supply chain and logistics management).

Merging Business and Technology – For Your Future

Overview

At Valpo, we prepare students for both personal, as well as professional, success. Our undergraduate business program uses a three-pronged approach that is outlined below as General Education Courses, Engineering Courses, and Business Courses.

General Education Courses

General Education arts and sciences courses: this University-wide core strengthens your business communication and critical thinking skills while introducing you to global cultures.

General Education – Details
VUE 101	Valparaiso University Experience: Exploring Values	4 Cr.
VUE 102	Valparaiso University Experience: Finding Your Voice	4 Cr.
ECON 221	Principles of Microeconomics	3 Cr.
ECON 222	Principles of Macroeconomics	3 Cr.
MATH 132	Calculus II	4 Cr.
PHYS 141	Newtonian Mechanics	3 Cr.
PHYS 141L	Experimental Physics I	1 Cr.
PHYS 142	Electricity, Magnetism, & Waves	3 Cr.
CHEM 115	Essentials of Chemistry	4 Cr.
REL 100	Religion and Society	3 Cr.
XS 101	Wellness and Stress	1 Cr.
One Course From the Following Options:
MATH 126	Calculus and Functions Part II	4 Cr.
MATH 131	Calculus I	4 Cr.
One of the Following Options:
BUS 205	Business Statistics	3 Cr.
STAT 240	Statistical Analysis	3 Cr.
Humanities: 3 Credits One Cours From the Following Options:
Fine and Performing Arts
History
Literature
Philosophy (except PHIL 145)
Social Science: 3 Credits Choose one three-credit course from geography (designated), political science and international relations, social work (designated), sociology, or gender studies
Cultural Diversity: 3 Credits One of the Following Options: Three-credit course from a specified list of approved diversity courses
Semester abroad in one of the International Study Programs, or the Washington Semester Program
Total General Education: 49 Credits

Engineering Courses

This block of critical engineering courses gives you an overview of the process and technology of engineering.

Engineering Core – Details
GE 100	Fundamentals of Engineering	2 Cr.
GE 109	Mechanics-Statics	3 Cr.
ME 125	Computer Prog/Mech Engineers & Bioengin	1 Cr.
ME 261	Analog Circuits Laboratory	0.5 Cr.
ECE 281	Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering	2.5 Cr.
Engineering Course Electives		15 Cr.
One Course From the Following Options:
ME 102	Computer Aided Design	1 Cr.
CE 151	Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting	1 Cr.
One Course From the Following Options:
ME 102	Computer Aided Design	1 Cr.
CE 151	Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting	1 Cr.
One Course From the Following Options:
ME 201	WIC:Tech Writ-Mech Engrs/Bioe	1 Cr.
ECE 211	Technical Writing for ECE	1 Cr.
CE 213	Techn and Prfsnl Wrtng in Cvl & Envrnmtl, Civil Engineering	1 Cr.

Total Engineering: 26 Credits

Course Descriptions

Business Courses

This block of core courses gives you an overview of critical business principles and tools.

Business Core – Details
BUS 100	The Business Experience	3 Cr.
BLAW 204	Legal Environment of Business	3 Cr.
BUS 115	Business Applications/Decision	3 Cr.
ACC 205	Financial Accounting	3 Cr.
ACC 206	Managerial Accounting	3 Cr.
FIN 304	Financial Management	3 Cr.
MGT 304	Management & Organizational Behavior	3 Cr.
MGT 305	Business Ethics	3 Cr.
MKT 304	Marketing Management	3 Cr.
SCM 304	Global Ops/Supply Mgmt	3 Cr.
BAN 304	Introduction to Business Analytics	3 Cr.
BAN 340	Statistics for Decision Making	3 Cr.
MGT 395	Internship Experience in Business, Administration I	1 Cr.
BUS 475	Business Policy & Strategy	3 Cr.
Business Electives
BUS 111	Career Readiness 1	1 Cr.
BUS 211	Career Readiness 2	1 Cr.
BUS 311	Career Readiness 3	1 Cr.
BUS 411	Career Readiness 4	1 Cr.
Total Business: 52 Credits The BSIBE program requires a real-world application of your new skills through an Internship or Cooperative Education placement. In addition, during the senior year, each student participates in an integrative capstone course that focuses on policy determination while examining ethical and social issues that confront modern business organizations.

Course Descriptions

Meet Our Faculty

Professors. Mentors. Friends. At Valparaiso University, you will work on real-life problems alongside faculty leaders with decades of business experience and a true desire to do what’s best for you.

Explore Directory