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Jul 09, 2024
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2024-2025 Catalog
Professional Tennis Management (PTM-BS-BU), B.S.
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Bachelor of Science
As the first accredited four-year degree Professional Tennis Management program, with over 35 years of success and nearly 100% placement, Ferris has earned an exceptional reputation of developing leading tennis and business professionals.
The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business degree in PTM emphasizes “learning by doing” and combines tennis skill development, instructional experiences, and learning to manage tennis as a business in its program courses. Numerous educational and experiential opportunities on and off campus prepare students in racquet sports, including three paid internships at country clubs, industry organizations, and facilities around the country. This degree provides industry certifications as a racquet stringer and teaching professional. Graduates attain positions such as a tennis instructor, head professional, director, or sales representative.
The Bachelor of Science in Professional Tennis Managment is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP) (https://acbsp.org/), and the US Tennis Association (USTA) (https://www.usta.com)
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Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of managing all aspects of a tennis operation.
- Demonstrate proficiency in teaching tennis to all ages and skill levels.
- Demonstrate an ability to organize and conduct tennis related events.
New Student Admission Requirements
- 2.50 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
- National Tennis Rating Program (NTRP) of 4.0 with USTA District ranking
- One of the following:
- ACT Math score of 19 or higher OR
- SAT Math score of 500 OR
- ACT Reading score of 19 or higher OR
- SAT Reading to be reviewed by college
- SAT Scores Two of the Three Criteria:
- ERW SAT score of 450 or higher.
- Math SAT score of 500 or higher. Placement in MATH 109 or MATH 110 will be considered (Math SAT score of 480 or higher).
- Composite SAT of 900 or higher.
- ACT ScoresTwo of the Three Criteria:
- English ACT score of 16 or higher.
- Math ACT score of 19 or higher.
- Reading ACT score of 19 or higher.
Transfer Student Admission Requirements
- Combined college or university GPA of 2.35 (on a 4.00 scale) from all institutions attended. GPA based on completion of 12 credit hours or more. Developmental courses will not be considered in computing the GPA requirement.
- Transfer equivalency for Ferris State University’s ENGL 150 or placement during the first semester at Ferris State University which would require an English ACT score of 16 or higher; or ERW SAT score of 450 or higher; or English Accuplacer score of 6 or higher.
- Transfer equivalency for Ferris State University’s MATH 114 or MATH 115 or placement during the first semester at Ferris State University which would require a Math ACT score of 19 or higher; Math SAT of 500 or higher; or Math Accuplacer scores: Elementary Algebra score 75 or higher and College Level Math 0 to 49.
- National Tennis Rating Program (NTRP) of 4.0 with USTA District ranking
University Requirements - 39 to 41 Credits Required
First Year Seminar Requirement (FSUS 100 or Equivalent) - 0 to 1 Credit Required
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, have at least one 200 level or higher course, and have no more than 5 credits from Cultural Competency Activities. Self and Society 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. United States (U.S.) Diversity Competency - Course Required Met in Self and Society Competency
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
Business Core Requirements - 30 Credits Required
These courses are used to calculate the core 2.00 GPA requirement. Major Courses - 26 Credits Required
These courses are used to calculate the major 2.00 GPA requirement. Computer Literacy - 3 Credits Required
This requirement can be met with a competency exam or Microsoft Certification with elective courses to replace the 3 credits required. These courses are not used to calculate the major 2.00 GPA requirement. Minor or PTMG Specialized Concentration (SPZD) - 18 Credits Required (Advisor Approval)
A total of 18 credits is required with a maximum of 6 to 7 credits overlapping courses with degree that must be substituted with directed electives to meet the minimum 120 credits required. Two courses must be at the 300 level or higher. These courses are not used to calculate the major 2.00 GPA requirement.
- Directed Elective Credit Hours: 3
- Directed Elective Credit Hours: 3
- Directed Elective Credit Hours: 3
- Directed Elective Credit Hours: 3
- Directed Elective - 300 Level or Higher Credit Hours: 3
- Directed Elective - 300 Level or Higher Credit Hours: 3
Electives - 4 Credits Required
The credits required may vary depending on courses taken. In order to graduate with a bachelor’s degree, a student must have a minimum of 120 credits. The electives required for each student may vary depending on courses taken. Based on how a student meets the programmatic requirements, they may need more or less than 4 credits of elective courses to meet the required 120 credit minimum. These courses are not used to calculate the major 2.00 GPA requirement. 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.
- A 2.00 or higher cumulative GPA is required in the Business Core Requirements section.
- A 2.00 or higher cumulative GPA is required in the Major Courses section.
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