WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WISH) — Purdue University’s Mitch Daniels School of Business has achieved significant recognition in recent global rankings, reflecting its growing prominence in business education.
In a 2025 CEOWORLD magazine survey, the Daniels School secured the No. 25 spot globally and No. 17 in the U.S., placing it third among Big Ten institutions, following Northwestern University (No. 9) and UCLA (No. 23).
Additionally, CEO Magazine’s 2025 Global MBA Rankings elevated Purdue’s online MBA program to No. 7 in North America, the highest among Big Ten schools, and No. 28 globally.
“These rankings reflect the positive momentum that the Daniels School has been building over the past months,” said Jim Bullard, the Dr. Samuel R. Allen Dean of the Mitch Daniels School of Business. “Our link between business and technology has resonated with students and industry alike. Demand for our programs is skyrocketing, and we continue to produce graduates who are ready to lead great companies and solve tomorrow’s greatest challenges.”
According to CEOWORLD, the Daniels School’s online MBA program emphasizes flexibility, community, and personalized support. Students benefit from one-on-one sessions with faculty, a collaborative online environment, and guidance from certified executive and student success coaches. The program leverages Purdue’s strengths as a leading STEM institution, preparing graduates to navigate dynamic global business environments.
In response to increasing enrollment, the Daniels School broke ground on a new 164,000-square-foot facility on April 11. The $168 million building, expected to be completed in 2027, will feature modern teaching and research labs, including spaces for financial trading, data visualization, behavioral research, and experiential learning. Lilly Endowment Inc. contributed $50 million toward the construction.
These developments underscore the Daniels School’s commitment to providing a cutting-edge business education that integrates technology and innovation, positioning its graduates for leadership in a rapidly evolving global economy.
