School of Business Overview

Southwestern Michigan College’s School of Business offers seven associate in applied science degrees – any of which will prepare students with the skill and knowledge to meet entrance requirements of most business organizations.

Through the School of Business, students can choose from a specialty certificate (14 credits), two certificates programs (31-35 credits), or one of seven associate in applied science degrees (62-63 credits) in the following subject areas: business, accounting, information technology, executive assistant, and health information technology.

In addition, through a partnership with Ferris State University, students can stay at SMC and choose from four bachelor’s degree options through Ferris and SMC’s School of Business. Students can save money by paying SMC’s tuition cost for approximately three of the four years it takes to earn a bachelor’s degree.

Our faculty also brings a wealth of knowledge to the classroom from the business and finance worlds. When it comes to the latest development in computer technology, our information tech faculty has the edge on what’s new in the high-tech world of applications, databases, networking, and computer support.

And, our health information technology faculty is a registered health information technician who is ready to teach students about the importance of maintaining and safe guarding the information contained in health records.

Contact Information

Stacy Horner, Chairperson for the Business Department and Business Faculty

Stacy Horner
Chairperson for Business Department/
Business Faculty
Southwestern Michigan College
58900 Cherry Grove Road
Dowagiac, MI 49047
(269) 782-1220

Programs Offered

The School of Business at Southwestern Michigan College offers the short-length specialty certificates, one-year certificates, and two-year Associate in Applied Science degrees.

For additional information on prerequisites, core curriculum and course sequence please look at the individual curriculum guides which are linked below.


Certificate Programs
(Approximately 1 year to complete)
Information Technology Help Desk
Office Assistant / Specialist
Specialty Certificates \ Credentials
(Less than 1 year to complete)
Hotel Management
Small Business Management / Entrepreneurship
Special Event Planning
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