Dr. Chad Allred

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Chad Allred is a Clinical Associate Professor at Purdue University's Krannert School of Management, where he specializes in quantitative research methods, modeling, and decision sciences. His career began in the mid-1980s as an electrical engineer at Eyring Research Institute, designing digital equipment for prominent companies such as 3M, Exxon, and Chevron. Transitioning to business, he earned his MBA from Brigham Young University and worked at Novell, where he pioneered innovative alliances and managed award-winning technology services for corporate clients worldwide. His doctoral research at Purdue focused on satisfaction and loyalty in high-tech service exchanges, an area where he has contributed significantly through both instruction and research. Allred has received several accolades such as the 2011 Harold E. Fearon Award and multiple Literati Network Awards for Excellence. He is not only involved in academia but also engages in humanitarian efforts, encouraging his students to participate in projects that improve global well-being.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

2000-08-01 — Present

Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN

Teaching courses in quantitative research methods and business management, and engaging students in service-oriented projects.

Awards

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Harold E. Fearon Award

2011-01-01
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Literati Network Awards for Excellence

2011-01-01
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Literati Network Awards for Excellence

2010-01-01
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E. Grosvernor Plowman Award

2010-01-01

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.