Dr. Cara Putman

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Cara Putman is a Clinical Associate Professor at Purdue University’s Krannert School of Management and the Director of the Brock-Wilson Center for Women in Business. With a focus on business law, employment law, and business ethics, she teaches core undergraduate and graduate courses. Cara has received numerous awards for her teaching excellence, including the prestigious Charles B. Murphy Award, recognizing her as one of Purdue's top undergraduate educators. She has been active in developing innovative curricula and has led study abroad programs for undergraduates in locations such as Germany, Italy, and the UK. Her commitment to advancing women's leadership in business is evident through strategic initiatives at the Brock-Wilson Center, including mentoring programs and community partnerships. Cara’s prior teaching experience includes the Legal Research and Writing program at George Mason University School of Law, and she has extensive practical experience in legal services. She has a strong interest in experiential learning, ethics, and leadership development in her courses, blending teaching and research to enhance her students' learning experiences.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor and Director

2017-06-30 — Present

Brock-Wilson Center, Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Oversees programming focused on women's leadership in business; teaches courses in business law and ethics

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.