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Credits Required
128
75 - 87
129
Format
Face To Face
Face To Face
Location

Undergraduate students in this major study at Grand Valley's Allendale Campus.

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Classes for the program are a combination of online and in-seat on the GVSU Health Campus, near the Grand Rapids Medical Mile.

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Undergraduate students in this major study at Grand Valley's Allendale Campus.

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Coursework

Students study a variety of topics, including:

  • Application programming
  • Data analytics and problem solving
  • Database systems
  • Distributed computing
  • IT management
  • IT project management
  • Networking and system security
  • Systems analysis
  • Web development
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The curriculum is consistent with the national agenda to transform American health care. Students study a variety of topics, including:

  • Applied statistics
  • Informatics, innovation, and technologies
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Health issues in vulnerable populations
  • Quality management in healthcare
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Coursework covers all aspects of language and related cultures, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Additional practical skills gained include:

  • Cultural competency, critical thinking, and analysis
  • Flexibility, communication, and working with others
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Career Options

Our IS program will prepare you to begin successful careers in some of the best technology jobs in the industry:

  • Software developer
  • Computer systems analyst
  • IT manager
  • Computer programmer
  • Database administrator
  • Web developer
  • Computer network architect
  • Computer systems administrator
  • Computer support specialist
  • Information security analyst
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The DNP program creates opportunities for advancement in nursing to include providing leadership in clinical and health systems, changing health care delivery, improving patient outcomes, and teaching in nursing education.

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In an increasingly interconnected world, the study of language and culture will enhance any major. There is a growing need for linguistic and intercultural competency in fields such as:

  • Business and finance
  • Criminal justice
  • Education
  • Government and nonprofits
  • Advertising and public relations
  • STEM
  • International relations
  • Health professions
  • Social work
  • Hospitality and tourism
  • Environmental studies and sustainability
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Application Deadline
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Preferred application deadline for the Fall cohort is May 1. Applications received after that date are accepted based on space available until the final application deadline of July 15.

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Skills Employers Want

The B.S. in Information Systems at GVSU will develop the skills you need to land the job you want. Whether the skills are advanced or general, you will build a resume of qualifications that are sure to attract employers. The following skills correlate with those pulled from actual job postings.

  • SQL (Programming Language)
  • HyperText Markup Language (HTML)
  • Java (Programming Language)
  • JavaScript (Programming Language)
  • Troubleshooting
  • Technical Support
  • Computer Hardware
  • Linux
  • Customer Service
  • Leadership

Source: EMSI, 2020

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The Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) at GVSU will develop the skills you need to land the job you want. Whether the skills are advanced or general, you will build a resume of qualifications that are sure to attract employers. The following skills correlate with those pulled from actual job postings.

  • Nursing
  • Performance Improvements
  • Clinical Nursing
  • Strategic Planning
  • Nursing Practice
  • Health Administration
  • Patient Safety

Source: EMSI Burning Glass, 2022

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