Education and Training Facilities
Within Anderson there are several higher learning institutions such as Anderson University, Purdue University Extension, Indiana Business College and IVY Tech Community College. Other educational and training opportunities include the Flagship Enterprise Center, an innovative center for education, business incubation, technology transfer and training which supports the economic development vision for the City of Anderson, and JobSource in the WorkOne Anderson office.- Anderson University
- Purdue University College of Technology
- IVY Tech Community College
- Indiana Business College
- Flagship Enterprise Center & Flagship Education Center
- JobSource
Anderson University
(www.anderson.edu)
US News and World Report again and again ranks Anderson University among the best universities in the Midwest offering master’s level degree programs. The University’s Falls School of Business is one of the highest ranked and the most recognized business schools in the region. Falls School of Business is one of Anderson University’s largest academic departments offering eight undergraduate majors as well as MBA (Master of Business Administration) and DBA (Doctor of Business Administration) programs. Through the Flagship Enterprise Center, the Anderson University Falls School of Business has an ongoing relationship with the center and the center’s clients. Both students and faculty members are actively involved in the community’s economic development and business development effort through various programs. Classes are offered both on main campus and at the Flagship Education Center.
Purdue University College of Technology
(www.tech.purdue.edu/anderson)
Purdue University College of Technology at Anderson is a part of the world-class College of Technology at the university’s main campus in West Lafayette, Indiana. The College offers a variety of degree programs that allow students to extend their higher education in Anderson. Five degree programs are currently available. Purdue University is globally recognized as one of the premier schools of technology offering world-class instruction, cutting edge research, and state-of-the-art facilities. The College of Technology partners with many businesses and industries through research projects, industrial affiliate programs, research services and centers, seminars, workshops, and other activities. The newly opened Flagship Education Center houses Purdue University’s Anderson campus.
IVY Tech Community College
(www.ivytech.edu)
Ivy Tech Community College is Indiana’s second largest public post-secondary institution with 23 campuses throughout the state. The School’s Department of Workforce and Economic Development (DWED) provides education, training, and assessment services to individuals, companies, businesses, and organizations. Various corporate training programs in Computer Skills & Certifications, Health Care, and Leadership Management are available. Continuing Education, Workplace Spanish, as well as online training courses, are also available. Eighteen programs are available at the Anderson Campus. These programs include Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Technology, Manufacturing and Industrial Technology, and Office Administration.
Indiana Business College
(www.ibcschools.edu)
Indiana Business College focuses on teaching students the skills that are critical for them to succeed in today’s highly competitive job market. Programs are designed based on the input of key business and corporate professionals who have identified what it takes to be successful within a chosen career field. At Indiana Business College, an Associate Degree can be earned in as little as 18 months or a Diploma in 12 months. Career-focused Certificate Programs are also available. Indiana Business College at Anderson offers 11 programs in business, medical and criminal justice. Contract training is also available to assist companies with the professional development of their associates. The classes can be conducted at the school or at their place of business.
Flagship Enterprise Center & Flagship Education Center
(www.flagshipenterprise.org)
The Flagship Enterprise Center is an innovative center for education, business incubation, technology transfer, and training which supports the economic development vision for the City of Anderson. The Flagship Enterprise Center serves as a specialized small business incubator and early business accelerator with an emphasis on providing education opportunities as well as fostering emerging manufacturing and electronic technology. Among the many services of the Flagship Enterprise Center is to provide access to university researchers and scientists, ongoing contact with business management consulting, developing student mentoring opportunities for research and development support, and access to state of the art telecommunications.
Flagship Education Center is an Anderson University initiative in collaboration with Purdue University. In addition to classes offered by both universities in the field of business, technology and engineering, the center houses an uniquely designed Anderson University Residential MBA Program.
JobSource
222 East 10th Street
Anderson, Indiana 46016
(765) 642-4981
JobSource is a partner in the WorkOne Anderson office, operates the Workforce Investment Act providing career counseling and tuition assistance. JobSource is a Community Action Agency serving residents of Madison County with energy assistance and weatherization programs and an IMPACT provider through the Division of Family and Children.