Ferris @ SMC
You might be surprised at how easily and inexpensively you can earn your bachelor’s degree at Southwestern Michigan College. The collaborative program between SMC and Ferris State University allows students to apply up to three years of SMC courses toward a bachelor’s degree from FSU in Accountancy, Business Administration, Business Administration – Professional Track, Computer Information Systems, and Human Resource Management.
Through Ferris’s School of Education, you have a choice of two master’s degrees. Both programs have optional concentrations attractive to educators and non-educators alike. With either master’s degree, you can advance your professional development to the next level.
Ferris State University has an office in SMC’s University Center, located on the first floor of the Dale A. Lyons Building, Room 139A, at the Dowagiac campus.
Students are encouraged to make an appointment with Ferris State University advisor before registering for classes. Transfer subjects may change. Financial aid is available for students who may be eligible.
Follow the links below to find out complete details about each of the Bachelor's and Master's degrees offered.
Hours of Operation
University Center @ SMC
| Monday-Friday* | 9 a.m-5 p.m. |
| *Please contact the University Center at (269) 783-2135 to schedule an appointment. | |
Ferris State University @ SMC Student Services Office
| Monday-Friday* | 9 a.m-5 p.m. |
| *Please contact FSU Student Services Office at (269) 782-1214 to schedule an appointment. | |
Advising Schedule
The Spring 2010 Advising Schedule is now available online. To schedule an appointment to meet with a Ferris State advisor, please contact the Ferris at SMC Office at ferrisSW@ferris.edu or 269.782.1214 / 800.456.8675, ext. 1214.
Summer 2010 classes begin May 18, 2010. Registration begins March 22, 2010.
Fall 2010 classes begin August 30, 2010. Registration begins March 22, 2010.
Contact Information
Southwestern Michigan College
Dale A. Lyons Building - Room 139
58900 Cherry Grove Road
Dowagiac, MI 49047
Phone: (800) 456-8675, ext. 1358 or (269) 782-1358
E-mail: enrollment@swmich.edu
Ferris State University @ SMC
Student Services Office
Dale A. Lyons Building, Room 139A
58900 Cherry Grove Road
Dowagiac, MI 49047
Phone: (800) 456-8675, ext. 1214 or (269) 782-1214
E-mail: FerrisSW@ferris.edu
More Information: Ferris State University's College of Professional and Technological Studies Web site
Bachelor's Degrees
Bachelor of Science Degree in AccountancyThe Accountancy major integrates a liberal arts foundation with a professional field of study. Graduates are prepared for positions in public accounting, private/industrial accounting, governmental/nonprofit accounting and accounting education. |
Bachelor of Science Degree in Business AdministrationThe Business Administration major at Ferris provides an avenue for immediate employment and for advancement to upper levels of management. Graduates of the program obtain positions in manufacturing, retailing, construction, financial institutions, government and host of other fields. Bachelor's of Science in Degree Business Administration - Professional TrackSMC and Ferris have merged two types of degrees into one. Students can start by earning a certificate or an associate degree in their occupational field of interest through SMC. Then, a student can either continue to work in their concentrated field of study or finish their education by taking the necessary classes to earn this specialized business degree from Ferris. This program appeals to people who would like to start working in their field quickly and then continue on to receive a business degree. |
Bachelor's of Science Degree in Computer Information SystemsThe Computer Information Systems major provides an avenue for immediate employment in an area that is becoming increasingly essential to all aspects of business. Graduates of the program are prepared for positions as computer programmers, programmer/analyst, systems analysis, network administrators or microcomputer specialists. |
Bachelor's of Science in Degree in Human Resource ManagementThis major prepares students for careers in human resources. As a student, you have the opportunity to develop expertise in human resource management through courses in employment law, compensation, negotiations, and international human resource management. |
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information TechnologyThe bachelor’s of science in computer information technology mixes industry certification with a four-year degree. The computer information technology program is different than the computer information systems degree currently offered at SMC through Ferris. The new degree has a security emphasis and requires an internship to complete the degree. SMC also requires an internship to finish the associate in applied science degree in computer information systems. This degree offers similar classes as the computer information systems degree but adds an administrative component the current degree does not have. Those classes include Linux+ administration, Security+ administration, PC repair, IT support, Novell Networking, Windows Networking, and UNIX. Both the CIT and CIS degrees require a number of business courses. |
Certificates
Human Resource Management Certificate
This certificate provides an opportunity for students in any major to gain the basic knowledge and skills in the field of human resources required of supervisors and managers in all areas of an organization.
International Business Certificate
Corporate executives across the United States stress that college graduates entering careers in business need to acquire global skills. This certificate will give you the global business skills that corporations seek. This certificate can be earned in conjunction with the Business Administration BS degree.
Master's Degrees
Master's Degree in Career and Technical Education
Three concentrations are offered under the Master of Science in Career and Technical Education program at Ferris State University at SMC. Each option offers a range of career and technical educational opportunities for people currently working in education, business, health sciences, human services, management, marketing and technology fields.
The Career and Technical Education concentrations are:
The program is designed for people who want to refine their instructional and administrative skills while building on their previous training and occupational experience. Candidates for the program must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Employment opportunities include:
- Department heads, faculty and administration at a community college or university levels
- Vocational teachers who want to further their teaching skills and competency, while enhancing their subject-area expertise
- Teachers who want to enhance their educational technology skills
Master's Degree in Education
The Master’s of Education Degree from Ferris State University in Curriculum and Instruction offers two program options on the campus of SMC. Courses are offered in the evenings, weekends and online for the convenience of working students.
The Subject Area Option allows certified teachers to complete their 18-semester-hour program and earn a master’s degree. It is designed for teachers who want to further develop their teaching skills and competence, and to enhance their subject area expertise.
The Administrative Option is designed for certified teachers seeking an educational administration background to qualify for a position as principal, assistant principal or curriculum director.
