Undergraduate

Defend against cybersecurity attacks

Bachelor of Science - Cyber Defense (120 credits minimum)

Prepare for high-demand jobs protecting organizations against cyber threats with the bachelor of science in cyber defense at Davenport University. What makes Davenport one of the best colleges for cybersecurity? We’re one of only a select number of Michigan schools designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE) by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). 

You can earn a fully online cybersecurity degree through Davenport’s innovative Global Campus or take classes for your bachelor in cybersecurity in person at Davenport’s W.A. Lettinga Campus in Grand Rapids. You can also take a blend of both on-campus and online cybersecurity courses. 

Prepare for cybersecurity jobs through this degree in IT that is taught by industry experienced faculty with deep connections to the cyber community. Be considered for full-tuition scholarships, including the Cyber Service Academy (CSA) through the Department of Defense (DoD). The BS in cyber defense also qualifies for our Employment Guarantee.

What is a cybersecurity degree? 

A bachelor in cybersecurity prepares you to prevent data breaches and cyberattacks, both internal and external, in a variety of settings and industries. Davenport’s cybersecurity training includes a robust business component too, so you’re able to fully understand how your technical actions impact the larger organization. 

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Gain a unique perspective in cybersecurity and apply digital forensic techniques to solve security issues through leading-edge computer security courses. You’ll build a strong business foundation with courses in management, professional ethics and more. You’ll take network security courses, such as database design and security foundations, as well as the latest computer security courses like Perl/Python scripting and Windows digital forensics. You’ll strengthen your degree in IT with one of two specialties: health care information and assurance or information security. 
 

Maintain computer system networks with our IT security degree

Associate of Applied Science - Networking Technology (60 - 61 credits)

Gain the foundational skills in business and communications, enabling you to understand and communicate in the business environment in order to effectively apply networking solutions. With a computer networking degree, you’ll learn how to install and upgrade hardware as well as configure workstations and server software. Our hands-on instruction and well-equipped labs provide instruction that is aligned with networking standards and vendor certifications from Microsoft, Cisco and CompTIA.

If you’re looking for degrees in IT that position you well for cybersecurity jobs, you’ll be making a wise choice with Davenport’s computer networking degree. You can take your AS in Networking Technology courses in-person at our campuses in Grand Rapids, Lansing and Midland.

As a registered Cisco Networking Academy, Davenport University is among the top schools for cybersecurity with cybersecurity degree courses aligned with the technology and skills you’ll need for cybersecurity jobs. You’ll learn from industry-experienced faculty who also train networking instructors throughout Michigan, Ohio and beyond through the Cisco Networking Academy.

Explore classes for Davenport’s Networking Technology Degree

Classes for this associate's degree emphasize hands-on projects so you can build your skills and your portfolio. As a registered Cisco Networking Academy, Davenport’s computer networking degree courses align with the technology and skills employers require. Cisco-specific courses provide in-depth, hands-on learning to develop and implement networking equipment and protocols for an organization. 

Solve business information challenges with an online IT degree

Associate of Applied Science - Computer Information Systems (60 credits minimum)

Prepare to analyze business information needs and use computer systems to meet those needs with Davenport University’s associate degree in computer information systems (CIS). Your computer technology degree will qualify you for in-demand jobs in computer information systems where you’ll use advanced technology to help businesses and organizations operate at peak performance.

Enjoy the flexibility of earning your two-year computer technology degree in-person at Davenport’s campuses in Grand Rapids or Lansing — or take your CIS classes online through our Global Campus.

Develop the computer information skills you need from Davenport instructors who are experts in their field through this associate’s degree in information technology. Your professors keep CIS classes relevant in this fast-changing business environment so you’re well-prepared for a variety of jobs in computer information systems.

What is an associate degree in computer information systems? 

An associate degree in computer information systems is a two-year undergraduate degree that focuses on using analysis, design, programming, testing and development techniques to serve the digital information needs within businesses and organizations.

Davenport’s online IT degree will prepare you for jobs in computer information systems with virtually any business or organization that depends on digital information for its operations.

Explore CIS classes for Davenport’s IT associates degree online

Davenport’s associate degree in computer information systems will give you a broad knowledge base on microcomputer applications, database management and operating systems in the business environment. Plus, you’ll also gain in-depth knowledge of object-oriented programming language, such as C++ or C# or Java. Your CIS classes include webpage applications, e-business technologies, server side scripting and database design, all of which are relevant in today’s jobs in computer information systems. 

Turn your passion for sports into a business career

Bachelor of Business Administration - Sport Management (120 credits)

Develop strong skills in critical business areas of sports including accounting, marketing, economics, finance, IT and statistics through the bachelor’s in sport management at Davenport University. The business-focused sport management degree at Davenport gives you the flexibility to land jobs in sport management or put your BBA to work in any industry — sports-related or not. 

At Davenport, you can rest assured knowing you're attending one of the best colleges for sport management and receiving a sports degree that prepares you for a variety of careers in sport management and beyond.  

You can earn your sport management degree on the W.A. Lettinga Campus in Grand Rapids or 100% online through Davenport’s pioneering Global Campus.

What can you do with a sport management degree? 

As a sport management major, you’ll be prepared for a wide range of jobs in sport management as well as for leadership positions in organizations and businesses in any industry. With this versatile sports degree, you can work in marketing, athletic administration, sales, event operations, facility management, community relations, social media and more at any level of sports — from high school to the Detroit Lions. And since you’re earning a BBA, you’ll also be prepared to work for companies like Amway, Meijer, PepsiCo, Quicken Loans and Steelcase or even the Big Three automakers: General Motors, Ford and Fiat Chrysler. That’s the benefit of earning your sport management degree from an accredited business school and one of the best colleges for sport management. 

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Throughout your courses in Davenport’s sport management degree, you’ll study the global sports industry, advertising, special event operations, esports, sponsorship, facility management, sports analytics, law and sports governance. In your senior year of your sports degree, you’ll explore an area of sports or business that you’re passionate about through your capstone project. 

Begin on your path to a career in law

Bachelor of Science - Legal Studies (120 credits)

Are you thinking about pursuing jobs in legal studies or getting your law degree? The Bachelor of Science in legal studies at Davenport University can put you on the path to a school of law, help you develop the skills you need for a paralegal program or prepare you for work in a law office, government agency or other law-related setting. 

Approved by the American Bar Association and accredited by International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), Davenport’s legal studies program combines theory and practical application so you’re prepared for wherever your future takes you. In fact, Davenport's hands-on learning approach is embedded at every level of the bachelor's in legal studies program so you master the effective communication, critical thinking and other skills you need for a variety of jobs in legal studies.

Davenport understands students' schedules are hectic. To provide further flexibility within the legal studies program, we are transitioning to a fully online experience by offering 100% of courses in livestream format through our Global Campus. This allows you to stream and participate in classes from anywhere life takes you! The BS in legal studies also qualifies for our Employment Guarantee. 

Experience the real world with the bachelor's in legal studies

Through study abroad programs, internships and other hands-on opportunities provided in the classroom, you'll gain the real-world skills and experience that will help you stand out in your law school applications — and for jobs in legal studies. Another way to gain experience: participate in the Davenport Estate Planning Services (DEPS) clinic, which provides free estate planning for underserved populations. 

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Through the bachelor's in legal studies program, you'll take courses in business and legal ethics, litigation procedure, law office and case management technology and substantive practice areas of law. These courses and others will help you stand out from the competition for jobs in legal studies or get into a school of law.

Drive transformational change through the supply chain

Bachelor of Business Administration - Operations and Supply Chain Management (120 credits)

The world is evolving. Business is changing. Davenport is a university that believes in staying relevant and positioning our graduates for successful careers. And as such, we’re transitioning the industrial production management degree to operations and supply chain management to provide students with more job opportunities and higher salary potential with a degree that’s in demand by employers.

Through Davenport University’s operations and supply chain management degree, you can ready yourself to tackle supply chain constraints with ease. The program will prepare you to drive change in the supply chain, uncover opportunities and implement change through data analytics, and understand cutting-edge technology like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and more to impact every step of the supply chain.

With an operations and supply chain management degree from Davenport University, you will be poised to oversee the daily operations of manufacturing, warehousing and storage, and materials management, as well as coordinate, plan and direct the activities involved in sourcing, procurement and development of functions used to produce a wide range of goods, such as automobiles, computer equipment or consumer products.

Start your education in this in-demand field today!

What can you do with an operations and supply chain management degree?

Operations and supply chain management professionals are integral to a company’s success. With a degree in operations and supply chain management, you will have the skills to automate warehouse operations, improve delivery times, proactively manage inventory levels and optimize strategic sourcing relationships. You will be integral in creating enhanced customer experiences that increase buyer satisfaction and boost sales.

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What sets Davenport’s BBA in operations and supply chain management program apart? We’ve adjusted our course sequence to include 12 open elective credit hours so you can tailor your degree to courses that interest you most. Davenport also eliminates courses that aren’t integral to career success so you complete your degree faster and begin the career of your dreams sooner.

You can also gain credit for previous work experience, credentials, or military experience through our Prior Learning Assessment, allowing you to save both time and money while earning your bachelor’s degree.

Prepare to lead in HR with our learn-by-doing HRM degree

Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resource Management (120 credits)

Hit the ground running in many different careers in human resources with Davenport University’s bachelor human resource management degree. Our well-rounded, learn-by-doing HR degree will prepare you for fulfilling careers in human resources. From human resource specialist and employee relations manager to recruiting and staffing manager or compensation and benefit manager, you’ll graduate ready to tackle the human resource career of your dreams.

Study and analyze employment-related, real-world scenarios from all perspectives through an HR degree that’s in line with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) — the foremost expert on today’s workplace issues. Our SHRM-aligned courses allow you to sit for the SHRM-CP exam before (or soon after) you graduate instead of waiting two years to gain experience. What's more, Davenport's HR degree qualifies for our Employment Guarantee. 

The HRM degree is taught by Davenport’s practitioner faculty who have had extensive careers in human resources. The HRM degree can be obtained online, on campus or through a blended approach.  

What is a human resources degree? 

An HR degree is an academic degree that focuses on human resources or, in the case of Davenport, human resources management. In the business world, human resources is often referred to as “human capital,” an organization’s most valuable asset — its employees. The HRM degree at Davenport provides you with application-based knowledge in staffing, training, dispute resolution, compensation, organizational behavior and leadership strategies in businesses. Through the program, you’ll gain skills for human resources so you can excel in jobs in HR. 

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Advance your career and become eligible to take SHRM certification exams through Davenport’s SHRM-aligned curriculum. Our courses are created by experts in the field, such as our negotiation and dispute resolution course that was developed by actual negotiators. As early as your sophomore year, you’ll start developing skills for human resources through the negotiations course and other HR degree-specific courses, like human resource management and business law foundations. 

Earn your undergraduate BBA and graduate MAcc in five years

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting | Master of Accountancy (150 - 151 credits)

The Honors Professional Accountancy program provides students with the opportunity to earn a BBA in Honors Professional Accountancy, a Master of Accountancy (MAcc), and a Graduate Certificate in a five-year period. As part of the Master of Accountancy (MAcc) students will choose one of five specialization areas: Professional Accountant courses, Managerial Accountant courses, Fraud Examiner courses, Internal Auditor courses, or Finance courses. This program features selective admission with enrollment caps, dedicated faculty mentors assigned to each student, experiential learning projects as part of the curriculum, and cohorts for all accounting coursework. The six experiential learning projects provide skill-building and growth opportunities for each student in their area(s) of interest.

Once you have completed the core courses in the Honors Professional Accountancy program, you will choose from one of five specialties to complete your degree.

• Professional Accountant - Be prepared for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.
• Managerial Accountant - We’ll prepare you for the Certified Managerial Accountant (CMA) exam.
• Fraud Examiner - We’ll focus on preparation for the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) exam.
• Internal Auditor - Be ready for the Certified Internal Audit (CIA) exam.
• Finance - Gain an understanding of corporate and business finance operations.

Davenport's Employment Guarantee

We provide our students with the necessary education and connections to land a job within six months after graduation—guaranteed. We’re so confident in the quality of our BBA in Accounting program that graduates who meet Davenport University requirements are eligible for our Employment Guarantee.

The Honors Professional Accountancy program can be completed in-person or online.

Become a skilled financial manager with our finance degree

Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance (120 credits)

The sky’s the limit for careers in the financial industry with the finance bachelor degree at Davenport University. The finance degree at Davenport holds specialized accreditation through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) so you know you’re receiving high-quality, innovative instruction. You can also earn a financial planning specialty that’s registered with the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards (CFP Board). In fact, our BBA finance qualifies for our Employment Guarantee.

When you major in finance, you’ll learn from professors who hold the finance certifications you may be seeking, such as the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Certified Financial Analyst (CFA). These industry-experienced experts will help you build a solid business foundation and connect course concepts to experiences you may encounter in your future career.

At Davenport, you can earn an online finance degree through our Global Campus — or take in-person courses on our campuses in Warren and Grand Rapids. Whether you choose to learn online or on campus, you’ll gain important connections through internships, job fairs, competitions and other networking experiences. 

What can you do with a finance degree? 

When you major in finance at Davenport University, you’ll be setting yourself up for a broad range of jobs with a degree in finance. You’ll learn how to be an adept financial manager who can effectively and ethically drive financial decision-making as well as lead wealth creation and business growth for any organization. Choose Davenport’s financial planning specialty as part of your finance degree and you can go on to earn important finance certifications that qualify you to be a financial advisor. 

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Through rigorous and relevant coursework that was developed with an advisory board of finance industry leaders, you’ll build knowledge in budgeting, data analysis, investments, international business and internal controls. As part of your finance bachelor degree, you can choose a specialty focus in financial planning that’s registered with the CFP Board. After you complete your specialty courses, you’ll be eligible to sit for the CFP exam without the lengthy application process of nonregistered programs. And when you pass the CFP exam, you’ll be qualified to be a financial planner.

Become a certified fraud examiner 

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting Fraud Investigation (120 credits)

Gain the skills and experience you need to conduct financial fraud investigation through the IACBE-accredited bachelor’s in accounting fraud investigation degree program at Davenport University. Davenport’s forensics accounting degree will equip you with the knowledge to incorporate accounting principles, information systems and auditing practices into the internal controls required for fraud prevention.

When you earn your accounting bachelor's degree from Davenport, you'll be in a position to exceed your future employer’s expectations. Partner with Davenport’s experienced faculty to excel and prepare for a full-time career in this dynamic field.

Davenport's forensic accounting program is offered on our W. A. Lettinga Campus in Grand Rapids. You can also earn your online forensic accounting degree through Davenport's innovative Global Campus — or take classes both online and on campus.

What is forensic accounting?

Forensic accounting combines accounting, auditing and investigative skills to examine the finances of an individual or business. Accountants and fraud examiners are expected to be in high demand due to globalization, economic growth and an increasingly complex tax and regulatory environment. Davenport’s forensic accounting program can lead you to well-paying positions with accounting firms, corporations and government entities. 

Explore Davenport's forensic accounting program courses

With Davenport's forensic accounting degree, you'll go beyond introductory courses in fraud investigation to relevant forensics accounting degree courses like accounting fraud examination, EDP computer auditing, accounting issues and research, security foundations, criminal law and investigative tech and procedure.