Science-related companies don’t just hire scientists—they need business-minded employees, too, to manage money, monitor supply chains, handle sales, interpret consumer behavior, and manage marketing.

With the B.S. in Interdisciplinary Science and Business (ISB) from Penn State Behrend, you’ll be uniquely qualified for positions on the business side of science, technology, and healthcare organizations—prepared with a deep understanding of what the company does along with the know-how to help lead it to future success.

Why Penn State Behrend?

ISB is one of only a handful of business-science programs nationwide and the only such undergraduate program within Penn State. The interdisciplinary nature of the program is underscored by its joint administration by Penn State Behrend’s School of Science and Black School of Business.

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What Will I Study in Interdisciplinary Science and Business?

You’ll tailor your ISB degree to your interests by choosing a specialized block of courses on both the science side (quantitative science, laboratory science, or human health) and on the business side (accounting and finance, technical sales, or operations and supply chain management).

To see the full Interdisciplinary Science and Business curriculum, visit the Undergraduate Bulletin.

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Who Hires Interdisciplinary Science and Business Majors?

ISB majors will be well prepared to work at pharmaceutical companies, laboratories, environmental firms, hospitals, medical practices, and health-care facilities, working in departments like accounting, marketing, sales, purchasing, or compliance.

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In your required capstone project, you’ll build on your coursework, applying it to a real-world problem. Whether your capstone project is delivered in class, through independent study, or in an internship experience, it will emphasize communication, strategy, and product development.

Ready to learn more about Behrend’s B.S. in Interdisciplinary Science and Business? Contact our Admissions team or the School of Science.