2024-2025 Catalog
Automotive Management (2+2) (AMG2-BS), B.S.
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Bachelor of Science
The Bachelor of Science in Automotive Management (2+2) focuses on providing the transportation industry with state-of-the-art technical and business managers for service, parts, sales, leasing, warranty, and customer relations positions. Course work includes automotive marketing and distribution, fixed operations, variable operations, automotive accounting, warranty and customer service, and internet marketing.
The 2+2 Degree Option is available for students with an Associate degree in Auto Service, Heavy Equipment, Auto Body, or related transportation field who desire to go on and obtain a Bachelor of Science.
Automotive Management graduates can be found at every level in the industry, from representatives for manufacturers to managers for tier suppliers; managing fleet operations to owners of small businesses.
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New Student Admission Requirements
- 2.75 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale) (2.50 -2.74 with college approval)
- Minimum Composite Score of ACT 19/SAT 990, Math Score of ACT 19/SAT 500
- Placement into MATH 115
Transfer Student Admission Requirements
- Combined college or university GPA of 2.30 (on a 4.00 scale) from all institutions attended.
- Students must have previously earned an associate degree in automotive, auto body, heavy equipment, or related field.
- Graduates of manufacturer or dealership co-op programs also quality for admission into this program.
- Placement into MATH 115 or higher
- Placement into ENGL 150 or higher
University Requirements - 39 to 41 Credits Required
First Year Seminar Requirement (FSUS 100 or Equivalent) - Credit Required Met in Associate
All First-Time-In-Any-College Freshmen (FTIACs) must complete a one-credit FSUS 100 course, or its equivalent. Additional information and the definition of FTIAC for FSUS purposes can be found in the: Ferris State University Academic Affairs FSUS Policy
University General Education Requirements - 39 to 40 Credits Required
Courses in this section are required to satisfy the University General Education Requirements for a bachelor’s degree. The University General Education requirements can be found on the: Ferris State University General Education Requirements Webpage
Communication Competency - 12 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)
Quantitative Literacy Competency - 3 to 4 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)
Natural Sciences Competency - 6 Credits Required
Two courses are required with a minimum of 6 credits: must have at least one lab course.
Culture Competency - 9 Credits Required
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines and have at least one 200 level or higher course.
- Culture Competency Elective (Met in Associate) Credit Hours: 3
- Culture Competency Elective Credit Hours: 3
- Culture Competency Elective - 200 Level or Higher Credit Hours: 3
Self and Society Competency - 9 Credits Required
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines, have at least one 200 level or higher course, and at least one Self and Society Foundation course.
- Self and Society Competency Elective (Met in Associate) Credit Hours: 3
- Self and Society Competency Elective Credit Hours: 3
- Self and Society Competency Elective - 200 Level or Higher Credit Hours: 3
United States (U.S.) Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the United States (U.S.) Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes.
Global Diversity Competency - 1 Course Required
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the Global Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes.
Collaboration Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Collaboration attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes.
Problem Solving Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Problem Solving attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes.
College Requirements - 81 Credits Required
Major Courses - 38 Credits Required
Technical Related Courses - 3 Credits Required
Additional Requirements - 40 Credits Required
Students must have 40 credits in Auto Body (ABOD), Automotive (AUTO), or Heavy Equipment (HEQT) courses from their associate degree.
Notes
- Students who return to the university after an interrupted enrollment, not including summer semester, must normally meet the requirements of the curriculum which are in effect at the time of their return, not the requirements which were in effect when they were originally admitted.
- Credit Variance - Credits required may vary based on course placement, prerequisites, etc. If you have questions, contact your advisor.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate from Ferris State University, students must meet both University and Programmatic Graduation Requirements.
University Graduation Requirements
These are the minimum graduation requirements for a bachelor’s degree at Ferris State University:
- All requirements as specified in the University Requirements section must be met.
- A minimum of 120 credits must be earned.
- A 2.00 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
- A minimum of 30 credits must be earned from Ferris State University to meet the Residency requirement.
- A minimum of 40 credits of 300 level or higher courses must be earned.
Programmatic Graduation Requirements
These are the additional graduation requirements mandated by the program:
- All requirements as specified in the College Requirements section must be met.
Suggested Semester Layout
Fourth Year
AMGT 493 may be taken any time after the third year.
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