College Business Administration Degree Program at Ferris State University Big Rapids Michigan

Options: Associate, Bachelor's, Certificate, Minor

Locations: Main Campus, Online, Statewide

We Mean Business

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or you're looking to take the next step up the corporate ladder, Ferris State University's Business Administration program puts your goals within reach. Our program focuses on the in-demand skills and hands-on learning you need, giving you a major advantage in the competitive world of business. With your Ferris degree, you will be ready to take the next step forward.

Program Details

Admission Requirements

New Student Admission Requirements

2.5 High School GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
SAT Scores Two of the Three Criteria:
1. ERW SAT score of 450 or higher.
2. Math SAT score of 500 or higher. Placement in MATH 109 or 110 will be considered (Math SAT score of 480 or higher).
3. Composite SAT of 900 or higher.
ACT Scores Two of the Three Criteria:
1. English ACT score of 16 or higher.
2. Math ACT score of 19 or higher.
3. Reading ACT score of 19 or higher.

Transfer Student Admission Requirements

Combined college or university GPA of 2.35 (on a 4.00 scale) from all institutions attended. GPA based on completion of 12 credit hours or more.
The degree completion program at a statewide and online location requires 48 transferable semester credits to be admitted.
A minimum of 24 credits is required of career-specific occupational specialty courses. These courses are used to calculate the major 2.00 GPA requirement.
Transfer equivalency for Ferris State University’s ENGL 150 or placement during the first semester at Ferris State University which would require an English ACT score of 16 or higher; or ERW SAT score of 450 or higher; or English Accuplacer score of 6 or higher.
Transfer equivalency for Ferris State University’s MATH 114 or 115 or placement during the first semester at Ferris State University which would require a Math ACT score of 19 or higher; Math SAT of 500 or higher; or Math Accuplacer scores: Elementary Algebra score 75 or higher and College Level Math 0 to 49.

Degrees

Faculty and Staff

Key Courses

Locations

Industry-Expert Faculty

The Business Administration faculty combines corporate, consulting, and academic experience to deliver course content in ways that demonstrate practical application. Internships are required, and students are offered support in ways that benefit both themselves and their employers. Students are also encouraged to be involved in professional development activities relevant to their chosen fields; a number of registered student organizations affiliated with national and regional professional associations are on campus.

We offer several tracks as minors or concentrations for students: Economics, Fleet Management, Human Resource Management, International Business, Leadership and Supervision, Lean Systems, Legal Studies, Manufacturing and Operations Management, Operations and Supply Management, Risk Management and Insurance, and Small Business & Entrepreneurship.

Accreditation

This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs. ACBSP is a leading specialized accreditation association for business education supporting, celebrating, and rewarding teaching excellence.

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