Business and Leadership: Specialized Support Teams: Student Support: University College: Indiana University Indianapolis

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Meet who you’ll be working with on your academic journey.

Chris Maroldo

Director of Academic Success

Phone:: +1-317-274-3968
Email:: cmaroldo@iu.edu

Kristen Winningham

Student Success Advisor/Team Coordinator, BL Cluster

Phone:: +1-317-278-8632
Email:: kegeheb@iu.edu

Justin Spellman

Student Success Advisor, BL Cluster

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Email:: juspellm@iu.edu

Angel Thomas

Student Success Advisor, BL Cluster

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Phone:: +1-317-278-1196
Email:: angeande@iu.edu

Kinsey C. Ashworth

Student Success Advisor, BL Cluster

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Email:: kcashwor@iu.edu

Yvette McLaren-Roberts

Career Consultant, MCE and BL Clusters

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Email:: ymclaren@iu.edu

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Picture yourself crafting extraordinary guest experiences, creating inviting spaces, and elevating service to an art form. With a hospitality major, you'll master the skills needed to create unforgettable stays, oversee hotels and resorts, and manage food and beverage operations.

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At IU Indianapolis, you’ll be at the heart of an industry recognized nationwide for excellence. Indianapolis is a leader in hospitality, with 12 hotels within walking distance from campus, offering 4,700 rooms connected to the city’s award-winning convention facilities. Visitor spending in the state supports nearly 83,000 full-time jobs, making hospitality a cornerstone of our state's economy. Here, you'll have the chance to volunteer or work in the vibrant city, gaining hands-on experience and applying classroom knowledge in real-world settings.
In addition to studying the hospitality and travel industry, you'll also complete a general business certificate as part of the degree. Internships are required, and opportunities include both local and out-of-state sites.

Career opportunities after graduation

Employment of meeting, convention, and event planners is projected to grow 5% from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations. About 15,500 openings for meeting, convention, and event planners are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire ( Occupational Outlook Handbook , 2025).

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in hospitality administration/management (all types) reported the following graduation outcomes to the National Association of Colleges and Employers:

78.1% employed
9.1% enrolled in continuing education (e.g. graduate school)
9.9% seeking employment

According to the IUPUI (now called IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2024, the average starting salary for IU School of Health and Human Sciences graduates was $46,351, and the median salary was $44,500.

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in hospitality administration/management (all types) reported a mean starting salary of $49,749 (National Association of Colleges and Employers).

The median annual salary for meeting, convention, and event planners was $59,440 in 2024 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

Graduates in tourism, conventions, and event management often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:

Business (M.B.A.)
Human resource management
Public or nonprofit administration (M.P.A.)

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Sample coursework

Event tourism analysis
Facility operations
Food and beverage operations
Global tourism
Mechanics of event planning
Tourism policy and sustainability

Possible careers

Attractions manager
Catering manager
Event planner
Festival management
Resort manager
Tourism marketing

Where could I work?

Concert and arts venues
Conrad Indianapolis
Indiana Landmarks
Luxury and mid-range lodging facilities
Sports organizations
Walt Disney Company

Admission requirements

Admission by certification

Be a declared Hospitality Major
Have an IU GPA of 2.0 or higher
Complete 9 credit hours from IU Indianapolis
Earn a grade of C- or higher in any TESM course

Engaged learning experiences

TCEM opportunity newsletter

To join the mailing list for TCEM’s weekly newsletter, featuring “just-in-time” opportunities for involvement and work experiences, contact Amy Vaughan.

Career Services

To prepare you for whatever comes next, our career experts are here to support your career development.

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If you are a “people” person, this would be a good major for you. As a human resource manager, you will understand how to help people be the best they can be and to turn their performance into success for the organization. Your work will give you a say in organizational structure, change management, work design, and more. 

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Think of HR managers as casting directors who help put the right people in the right job—and then develop the culture and compensation packages to keep them motivated. When you enter the human resource management field, you may travel the traditional route of human resources and labor relations—such as compliance with employment and labor laws, management development, wage and salary administration, organizational planning, and contract negotiation—or you may choose to jump into the newer areas in the behavioral sciences, tracking their implications for human resource management programs.

Career opportunities after graduation

Employment of human resources managers is projected to grow 5% from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations. About 17,900 openings for human resources managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2025).

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in human resources management reported the following graduation outcomes to the National Association of Colleges and Employers:

69.4% employed
15.8% enrolled in continuing education (e.g. graduate school)
7.0% seeking employment

According to the IUPUI (now IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2024, the average salary for Kelley School of Business graduates was $58,305, and the median salary was $60,000.

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in human resources management reported a mean starting salary of $56,373 (National Association of Colleges and Employers).

The national median annual salary for human resources managers was $140,030 in 2024 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

Human resources management majors often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:

Business administration (M.B.A.)
Human resources management
Labor relations

Quick facts

Sample coursework

Effective negotiations
Employee benefits
Ethics and leadership
Managing behavior in organizations
Occupational safety and health
Training, development, and salary administration

Possible careers

Consultant*
Generalist
Human resources manager
Labor relations specialist
Mediator*
Organizational developer*
Recruiter

*These careers require additional training or education.

Where could I work?

Chamber of commerce
Financial institutions
Hospitals
Health care facilities
Higher education
Indiana State Personnel Department

Admission requirements

Admission by certification
**Current IU Indianapolis students no longer have to submit an application to be admitted from University College to the Kelley School of Business Undergraduate Program. You'll be notified when the admission requirements are met. To certify into the Kelley School of Business from University College, you'll need to meet one of the sets of **admission criteria. You'll be certified as soon as you meet either set of criteria.

Certification process

Be sure to list your major as pre-business, pre-accounting, pre-finance, pre-management, pre-HR management, pre-marketing, or pre-supply chain management with your University College advisor (business of sports, international dimension and real estate co-majors may be chosen after certification).
You'll automatically be reviewed for certification each semester after the final grades post.
If you meet the eligibility requirements, the Kelley School of Business admissions team will reach out to you via your IU email account regarding your certification.
Certification must be accepted by the student for certification to be finalized.

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Because business has become more multinational than ever before, earning this major and learning to take on the challenges of doing business in the global marketplace can make you an asset when applying for jobs. This field of study is only available to students pursuing another Kelley School of Business degree. 

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This is a co-major. When you add this major to your primary major, you'll stand out from other candidates in the job market, learn about emerging foreign markets, and come into contact with different cultures. Make an impact across borders and transform the world around you.

Career opportunities after graduation

Employment of business or management analysts is projected to grow 10% from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 92,900 openings for business or management analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade.

Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as retirement (Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2023).

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in international business programs reported the following graduation outcomes to the National Association of Colleges and Employers:

71.1% employed
14.8% enrolled in continuing education (e.g. graduate school)
10.4% seeking employment

According to the IUPUI (now IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2024, the average salary for Kelley School of Business graduates was $58,305, and the median salary was $60,000.

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in international business programs reported a mean starting salary of $71,514 (National Association of Colleges and Employers).

The national median annual salary for business or management analysts was $101,190 in 2024 (Occupational Outlook Handbook).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

Global and international studies majors often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:

Business management
Education
English as a second language certification
International affairs
Journalism
Law
Linguistics
Political science

Quick facts

Sample coursework

Cultural anthropology
Language courses
Human geography
Introduction to international relations
Introduction to international studies
Perspectives on the world
Study abroad experience

Possible careers

Business analyst
Disaster and disease relief
Journalist
Public relations specialist
Trade specialist
United Nations officer*
Volunteer coordinator
*This career requires additional training or education.

Where could I work?

Community health network
Community and social services
Government
International business
Social services
Travel and tourism

Admission requirements

Admission by certification
**Current IU Indianapolis students no longer have to submit an application to be admitted from University College to the Kelley School of Business Undergraduate Program. You'll be notified when the admission requirements are met. To certify into the Kelley School of Business from University College, you'll need to meet one of the sets of **admission criteria. You'll be certified as soon as you meet either set of criteria.

Certification process

Be sure to list your major as pre-business, pre-accounting, pre-finance, pre-management, pre-HR management, pre-marketing, or pre-supply chain management with your University College advisor (business of sports, international dimension and real estate co-majors may be chosen after certification).
You'll automatically be reviewed for certification each semester after the final grades post.
If you meet the eligibility requirements, the Kelley School of Business admissions team will reach out to you via your IU email account regarding your certification.
Certification must be accepted by the student for certification to be finalized.

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Coaches and collaborators, diplomats and directors, teachers and taskmasters—today’s managers motivate, develop, and move people and projects up the ladder of business success. When you pursue a management B.S.B., you learn to develop employees and manage projects to ensure business success.

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In this major, you’ll gain real-world experience in driving employee engagement, allocating resources, and improving overall business operations. At Kelley Indianapolis, you'll learn what it means to manage efficiently and effectively across industries as you tackle real challenges from real companies. You'll also study a broad range of business topics and specializations to gain a big picture understanding of the corporate world.

Career opportunities after graduation

Employment of management analysts is projected to grow 9% from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 98,100 openings for management analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2025).

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in management reported the following graduation outcomes to the National Association of Colleges and Employers:

75.2% employed
12.9% enrolled in continuing education (e.g. graduate school)
7.0% seeking employment

According to the IUPUI (now IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2024, the average salary for Kelley School of Business graduates was $58,305, and the median salary was $60,000.

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in management reported a mean starting salary of $66,766 (National Association of Colleges and Employers).

The national median annual salary for management analysts was $101,190 in 2024 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

Management graduates often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:

Business administration (M.B.A.)
Education
Law

Quick facts

Sample coursework

Effective negotiations
Financial management
International business environment
New venture creation
Operations management
Organizations and organizational change

Possible careers

Account manager
Customer service manager
Hotel manager
Operations manager
Public relations manager
Store manager

Where could I work?

Banks
Higher education
Real estate agencies
State of Indiana
Stock brokerage firms

Admission requirements

Admission by certification
**Current IU Indianapolis students no longer have to submit an application to be admitted from University College to the Kelley School of Business Undergraduate Program. You'll be notified when the admission requirements are met. To certify into the Kelley School of Business from University College, you'll need to meet one of the sets of **admission criteria. You'll be certified as soon as you meet either set of criteria.

Certification process

Be sure to list your major as pre-business, pre-accounting, pre-finance, pre-management, pre-HR management, pre-marketing, or pre-supply chain management with your University College advisor (business of sports, international dimension and real estate co-majors may be chosen after certification).
You'll automatically be reviewed for certification each semester after the final grades post.
If you meet the eligibility requirements, the Kelley School of Business admissions team will reach out to you via your IU email account regarding your certification.
Certification must be accepted by the student for certification to be finalized.

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Gain background knowledge in business, nonprofit organizations, public management, economics, government finance, public policy, and behavioral science to help you move seamlessly between business, nonprofit/private organizations, and government management roles. Because of the emphasis area courses, you can easily add an O’Neill certificate.  

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This major gives you a background on how nonprofit organizations provide for citizens, improve communities, and strengthen the quality of life. You'll study and analyze government policies and learn the management of government and nonprofit organizations. This major also incorporates basic business foundation courses, giving you some background and flexibility for working in the for-profit world if you are interested in making that transition at some point in your career.

Career opportunities after graduation

Employment of social and community service managers is projected to grow 6% from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations. About 18,600 openings for social and community service managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire ( Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2025).

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in public administration programs reported the following graduation outcomes to the National Association of Colleges and Employers:

48.1% employed
38.7% enrolled in continuing education (e.g. graduate school)
7.0% seeking employment

According to the IUPUI (now IU Indianapolis) First Destination Survey in 2024, the average salary for O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs graduates was $49,440, and the median salary was $43,000.

Class of 2024 nationwide bachelor's degree graduates in public administration programs reported a mean starting salary of $53,231 (National Association of Colleges and Employers).

The national median annual salary for social and community service managers was $78,240 in 2024 ( Occupational Outlook Handbook).

(This section is intended for informational purposes, not prediction of actual salary.)

O'Neill management graduates often pursue advanced degrees in the following areas:

Business administration (M.B.A.)
Health administration (M.H.A.)
Law
Public administration (M.P.A.)

Quick facts

Sample coursework

Government finance and budgets
Managing behavior in public organizations
Managing workforce diversity
Nonprofit management and leadership
Nonprofit and voluntary sector
Urban structure and policy

Possible careers

City manager
Community developer
Economic development analyst
Human resources specialist
State and federal agency manager

Where could I work?

Easter Seals Crossroads
Government agencies
Hendricks Regional Health
Nonprofit organizations
Small for-profit businesses

Admission requirements

Admission by certification

Declare an O'Neill major
Be in good academic standing, which requires the following:
- Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above
- Prior term GPA of 2.0 or above
- Note: If a student has completed 12 hours toward the O'Neill major, they also need a C+ average in those courses.

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Study Abroad

Enrich your academic experience by studying important public policy and criminal justice issues at a global level.

Career Service

O’Neill’s career services office is designed to help you build your job-search skills and find full-time employment or an internship. They can also help you connect with alumni!

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