Dr. Brad Alge

Associate Professor

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Biography

Brad Alge is an Associate Professor at the Mitch Daniels School of Business at Purdue University, where he has been teaching since 1999. He holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior from Ohio State University, an MBA from Kent State University, and a BBA from the University of Notre Dame. Dr. Alge teaches courses focusing on organizational behavior and leadership within various MBA programs, including full-time, weekend, and executive formats. His research interests encompass leadership, organizational control, creative performance, and the dynamics of social networks, particularly in virtual environments. With over 20 years of experience consulting for organizations, including the U.S. Departments of Defense and Health and Human Services, and major corporations like Whirlpool and Pfizer, he brings practical insights into the classroom. Alge serves on the editorial boards of several prestigious journals in his field and is recognized as an award-winning scholar. He is also a proud member of the 1988 NCAA Division National Champion Football Team at Notre Dame.

Research Interests

Requirements for Purdue University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in CS or related field Foundational concepts of computer science Data structures Computer architecture Operating systems Mathematics through differential equations Linear and matrix algebra
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Resume
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • CS Supplementary Form
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.