Peter Callais Institute

For Business Analytics

Building the Future of Analytics at Loyola

The Peter Callais Institute for Business Analytics was established in 2025 through a transformational gift from the Callais Family, honoring the memory of Peter Callais — entrepreneur, community leader, and visionary.

We are building something extraordinary here in New Orleans: a hub where rigorous analytics education meets Jesuit values of service, ethics, and justice. Our students don't just analyze data — they use it to improve lives.

Where Data Meets Decision

The Peter Callais Institute for Business Analytics equips the next generation of analysts, innovators, and ethical leaders to turn data into real-world impact — rooted in New Orleans, reaching the world

500+

Students Trained

40+

Industry Partners

15+

Active Research Projects

8

Certifications Offered

A Message from Our Director

Founding Director

Dr. Nuwan Indika, Ph.D.

J. William Fulbright Scholar
Chase / Francis C. Doyle Distinguished Professor
Assistant Professor of Business Analytics, LOYNO

Business Analytics AI / ML Econometrics

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"At the Callais Institute, we believe data is not just numbers — it is the language of impact. Our work is grounded in Loyola's Jesuit commitment to justice, and powered by the analytical tools of tomorrow."

What We Offer

Three Pillars of the Institute

From student education to industry partnerships and applied research — the Callais Institute serves every dimension of the analytics ecosystem.

For Students

Student Programs

Undergraduate major & double major, certifications, competitions, guest lectures, workshops, and pre-college initiatives designed to launch analytics careers.

BA Major DVC Certifications

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For Industry

Industry Partnerships

Corporate memberships, executive education, research collaborations, and recruiting pipelines connecting business with Loyola's top analytics talent.

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For Researchers

Impacts Lab

Applied research, statistical consulting, startup incubation, and data science education for the broader community.

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