Bachelor's Degrees

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Whether you are just out of high school, or working full-time and continuing your education, Ferris - Grand Rapids has a program for you.

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Business Administration - Culinary Management, B.S.

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This major provides an avenue for immediate employment and for advancement to upper levels of management. Employers seek graduates for positions ranging from general manager and food sales representative to chef production supervisors and special event planner. Graduates of the program obtain positions in lodging, service, food and beverage production, retailing, financial accounting and management.

Business Administration, B.S.

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This major provides an avenue for immediate employment and for advancement to upper levels of management. Employers seek graduates for positions ranging from business manager and sales representative to production supervisor and project planner. Graduates of the program obtain positions in manufacturing, retailing, construction, financial institutions, government and a host of other fields. Students also find this major to be of value in preparation for law school.

Business Administration - Professional Track, B.S.

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Students can transfer in a completed associate degree and still continue their studies in lower division courses (100 and 200 level) at Grand Rapids Community College or another community college while also taking the upper division business classes from Ferris State University-Grand Rapids that round out the bachelor’s degree.

Computer Information Systems, B.S.

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Graduates of the CIS program are prepared for positions as computer programmers, programmers/analysts, systems analysts, network administrators or microcomputer specialists in business and industry. This degree features a strong CIS Core and a strong Business Core of classes that provides for a sound business background, development of problem-solving skills, and preparation for immediate employment in information systems and advancement to management positions.

Construction Management, B.S.

Construction Management - Architectural Technology, B.S.

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Construction-related computer software is integrated into all areas of the curriculum. By blending technical instruction in construction and engineering with a strong business education, the Construction Management program gives students the ability to manage and supervise the entire construction process. The ACCE-accredited Construction Management program fills a vital need for time, cost and quality control in construction projects through the application of proper management tools. Construction Management graduates can anticipate obtaining leadership positions in general contracting, project coordination, field supervision, quality assurance/control, estimating, marketing, field inspection and subcontracting.

Criminal Justice, B.S.

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The criminal justice baccalaureate program provides combined training and education to prepare men and women for a professional career in the criminal justice system. Class work is designed to enhance experiential learning and give students a balance of practical and theoretical learning they can apply in work situations.

Digital Animation and Game Design, B.A.S.

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B.A.S., Digital Animation and Game Design (DAGD) is designed as a multidisciplinary degree. Disciplines covered include 3D animation, programming, design, and business. Likely participants will have a desire for careers in animation, design, simulation, and programming. The digital animation concentration builds on the existing B.A.S. format. This format includes a required concentration for depth, an elective section that offers greater breadth in the discipline area, and general education requirements targeted toward courses serving employees in digital technology.

Digital Media Software Engineering, B.A.S.

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Learn the processes, procedures and technology involved with software development in this technology-intensive degree program. Study computer programming, 3d computer applications, 2d visualization and drawing, configuration management, software design and architecture, packaging and deployment.

Elementary Education, B.S.

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The Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program provides the opportunity to obtain Michigan Elementary Provisional Certification. Certification will allow an individual to teach any subject in kindergarten through fifth grade, grades sixth through eighth in minor subjects; or in self-contained classrooms, grades 6-8. Students interested in teaching Pre K, K, First or Second grades are encouraged to add the ZA endorsement on their teaching certificate; this can be accomplished by adding a third minor in Early Childhood Education.

Health Care Systems Administration, B.S.

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Graduates are trained to hold responsible entry-level management positions in a wide range of health care settings including: hospitals, nursing homes, medical group practices, college health services, emergency centers, medical clinics, and health maintenance organizations. The program is designed to blend business skills with a social understanding that will make graduates more effective as managers and administrators. The curriculum satisfies the academic requirements for entry into graduate school, such as a master’s in business, health or public administration. Graduates in Health Care Systems Administration are qualified to sit for state licensure as nursing home administrators.

Health Information Management, B.S.

(Formerly Medical Records Administration)

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Individuals with an interest in computers, health care and business will find that Health Information Management (formerly called Medical Record Administration) is a challenging and fulfilling career option. Many graduates are employed in hospitals, but job growth is projected to be greatest in physician’s offices and clinics, nursing homes and home health agencies. At the end of the program, the student is eligible to apply to write the national certification examination to earn the designation of Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA). The Health Information Management program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs in collaboration with the America Health Information Management Association.

Industrial Technology and Management, B.A.S.

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This degree program will assist persons who want to make a career change with their current employer or a career transition to a new employer. This program is designed for students who wish to obtain positions in production supervision, sales engineering, production planning, quality, engineering supervision, and project management as well as other related positions.

Information Security and Intelligence, B.S.

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The Information Security and Intelligence degree prepares you for a variety of career possibilities in fields that allow you to see your contribution in action. Computer Forensics, Fraud Investigation, Information Security, Intelligence, and Terrorism and Crime Analysis
are a few of the possibilities. Opportunities exist in the government, business, security, intelligence, health care, insurance, education and several other fields.

Manufacturing Engineering Technology, B.S.

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Manufacturing engineers get involved on the ground level of the production of a variety of industrial and consumer goods and develop the expertise to see production through to completion. Employment opportunities exist across the spectrum of manufacturing industries. Specific position titles such as manufacturing engineer, process engineer, production engineer, tool engineer, quality engineer or industrial engineer often are given to the individual performing manufacturing engineering functions.

Nuclear Medicine Technology, B.S.

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Ferris State University now offers an opportunity for certified and/or licensed nuclear medicine technologists to complete a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Designed with the working technologist in mind, the program combines specialized nuclear medicine technology courses with general education requirements. Specialized courses include advanced instrumentation, advanced imaging, advanced cardiology, research methodology and radiopharmacology. The curriculum consists of seven nuclear medicine courses as well as courses in epidemiology and statistics, supervisory practices, physics, advanced composition, biology, communications, cultural enrichment and social awareness. A faculty member will advise students on the sequence of courses and transfer equivalencies.

Nursing, R.N. to B.S.N

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Designed for working nurses who want to build on prior nursing education. The Ferris BSN equips you with the theory-based knowledge and skills to work in many of the new expanding fields of nursing. You will be prepared to lead health care teams, coordinate and plan nursing care for a variety of clients, collaborate with other health professionals, and make confident, independent decisions. As a BSN graduate, you will be prepared to assume leadership roles for coordinating and planning nursing care. Job opportunities are fast growing and diverse. The baccalaureate nursing program also serves as the foundation for graduate nursing studies. Fully accredited by NLNAC.

Product Design Engineering Technology, B.S.

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A product designer begins with a concept, then transforms it into a working design that specifies the size, shape, style, dimensions and materials needed. Students are prepared to effectively participate in a design environment, generate conceptual design sketches and drawings, create complex design layouts, perform static and dynamic analysis, create models and prototypes, create and define complex surfaces and shapes, understand and integrate manufacturing principles into design. Students receive extensive hands-on experience. Employment opportunities exist across the spectrum of the product design field.

Quality Engineering Technology, B.S.

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This area is so important to manufacturing that representatives from industry and the American Society for Quality Control assisted in developing this unique program. This program is for individuals employed in quality or quality-related fields or who desire to become employed in a quality position within a manufacturing company. Graduates of the program are prepared to assume technical and leadership positions in all areas of quality within manufacturing companies. Position titles include quality manager, quality engineer, plant engineer and project engineer.

Technical Education, B.S.

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The technical education program prepares persons to teach in secondary schools, vocational and occupational programs, area skill centers, community colleges and work in industry. Graduates earn a bachelor of science degree and may qualify for an Interim Vocational Certificate.