Transfer Plans
For additional information and possible next steps, please refer to the following information:
- If you are considering transferring to GVSU, please visit our Transfer Admissions resource page for all the information you need to get started.
- For information on how your courses transfer to GVSU, please review the Course Equivalencies online.
- If you decide to transfer to GVSU prior to completing your Associates Degree, you should consider taking advantage of the reverse transfer agreement we have with all Michigan community colleges.
- Our online catalog provides a wealth of information on GVSU's academic programs, policies and procedures, course descriptions, etc.
- Each college at GVSU has an academic advising center that serves specific majors in that college. If you have specific questions about program requirements, you could contact the advising center to seek additional information.
- Each academic department at GVSU provides additional information about specific programs of study and links to important resources. You may access a comprehensive list here.
- Our Career Center provides comprehensive support and resources for all students at GVSU. It is recommended that you connect with the counselors there as soon as you transition to GVSU.
- The Career Guides by Major allow students to investigate possible career or graduate/professional school opportunities based on specific programs of study.
Transfer plans are meant to provide you with a suggested outline of courses for your respective academic interest. They are simply a guide while you attend community college. If you have additional questions regarding the content of this transfer plan, please contact the GVSU Admissions & Recruitment Office by phone at 616-331-2025 or by email at [email protected].
Northwestern Michigan College
Program Guide for Business
First Year, First Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG 111 | 4 |
| MTH 121 (other options available at GVSU) | 4 |
| Science Lab elective | 4 |
| Humanities elective | 3 |
| Total | 15 |
First Year, Second Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENG 112 | 4 |
| BUS 261 | 3 |
| Humanities elective | 3 |
| MTH 131 | 3 |
| U.S. Diversity elective | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
Second Year, First Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ACC 121 | 4 |
| ECO 201 | 3 |
| CIT 210 | 3 |
| Social Science elective | 3 |
| MKT 201 | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
Second Year, Second Semester
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| ACC 122 | 4 |
| ECO 202 | 3 |
| Global Perspectives elective | 3 |
| MGT 241 | 3 |
| Science elective | 3 |
| Total | 16 |
NOTES:
- Degree offered: B.B.A.
- This guide fulfills the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA). Science electives must be selected from different disciplines. Social science elective must be a non-ECO course. Humanities electives must be selected from different disciplines. Please check with your community college advisor for additional associate degree requirements. GVSU will still honor the MACRAO agreement.
- Global Perspectives electives: Please see general education guide for list of approved courses
- U.S. Diversity electives: Please see general education guide for list of approved courses
SEIDMAN SUCCESS STANDARDS
The Seidman College of Business permits access to upper level (300-400 level) business courses after meeting the following Seidman Success Standards: 1) 55 earned semester hours (junior standing); 2) 2.500 or higher overall GPA at GVSU; 3) completion of the following courses with a 2.500 or higher combined GPA (GPA will be calculated on courses taken at GVSU only): ACC 212, BUS 201, ECO 210, ECO 211, MGT 268 and STA 215.