Undergraduate Catalog Undergraduate 2015–2016
Total Page:16
File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb
2015–2016 Undergraduate Catalog 2015–2016 Undergraduate Catalog 2015 Get where 2015 Get where the world the world is going is going 2016 2016 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG davenport.edu davenport.edu Davenport University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission — North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). Accreditations and Approvals Davenport University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission Contact information: CAHIIM, 233 N. Michigan Avenue Suite 2150, — North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), 30 North Chicago, IL 60601; phone (312) 233-1183; www.cahiim.org. LaSalle Street, Suite #2400, Chicago, IL 60602; phone (800) 621-7440; www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org. The HLC is nationally The HIM associate degree level program is accredited by the recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Management Education (CAHIIM). Contact information: CAHIIM, 233 N. Michigan Avenue Suite 2150, Chicago, IL 60601; Davenport University, an independent, nonprofit institution, is chartered phone (312) 233-1183; www.cahiim.org. by the State of Michigan and is empowered to grant degrees; it is also certified by the State Approval Agency of the Department of Education. The Bachelor of Science program in Health Services Administration is certified by the Association of University Programs in Health Davenport University is recognized for veterans’ training under the Administration (AUPHA), 2000 14th Street North Suite 780, Arlington, G.I. Bill for Veterans Educational Assistance. VA 22201 (www.aupha.org). The University is approved by the United States Department of Justice, The Medical Assisting program at Battle Creek, Saginaw in Immigration and Naturalization Service as an institution of higher conjunction with Lansing and Grand Rapids campuses are accredited education for training foreign students. by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the The University is approved by agencies of the state and federal Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB). Commission on governments for many programs including Rehabilitation Work Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 1361 Park Street, Incentive, etc. Clearwater, FL 33756, 727-210-2350. Davenport University has received specialized accreditation for its The pre-licensure nursing program is approved by the Michigan Board Associate of Business Administration, Associate of Science, Bachelor of of Nursing for BSN classes in Grand Rapids, Midland and Warren. The Business Administration, Bachelor of Science, and Masters of Business Diploma in Practical Nursing at the Warren and Midland campuses are Administration degree programs in business through the International also approved by the Michigan Board of Nursing. The pre-licensure Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE), Olathe, Kansas. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Completion Program) and the Diploma in Practical Nursing Davenport University is designated as a Center of Academic Excellence programs are each accredited by the Accreditation Commission for (CAE) for its Information Assurance courseware. CAEs are designated by Education in Nursing (ACEN). Contact information: ACEN Inc., 3343 the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, Georgia 30326, 404.975.5000 Education (CAE/IAE) and are jointly sponsored by the National Security www.acenursing.org Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In addition the pre-licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) A bachelor’s degree earned at Davenport University with a major program and the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Completion in accounting is fully recognized by the Michigan State Board of Program) are each in candidacy status with the Commission on Accountancy. Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). A bachelor’s degree in Finance with a Financial Planning Specialty The Paralegal Studies Program, which offers an Associate of Science, earned at Davenport University is fully recognized by the CFP™ Bachelor of Science and a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate at the (Certified Financial Planning) Standards Board). campus in Grand Rapids, MI has been continuously approved by the American Bar Association (ABA) since 1994. The HIM baccalaureate degree program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Accreditation credentials are available for review Management Education (CAHIIM). from University officials upon request. NON-DISCRIMINATION and EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY Davenport University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees, applicants and students without unlawful discrimination based on age, color, disability, height, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, veteran status and weight in accordance with applicable laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment and educational services. In addition, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons who have protected disabilities that are unrelated to their ability to do the job to the extent that the University receives a timely request of the need for accommodation in accordance with the University ADA policy. All employees and students are expected to comply with both the letter and spirit of this policy. Employees and students who believe that they may be subject to unlawful discrimination in employment or educational services are encouraged to address their concerns in accordance with the University Anti-Harassment policy. #4910 FROM THE PRESIDENT Welcome to Davenport University! Davenport is a university with a bold vision for high quality that will help you exceed employer expectations in the career of your choice. We listen to employers and CEOs of major companies who tell us what they need and then meet those needs with our career-focused curriculum. This catalog is designed to help you set a suc- cessful course toward your personal and educational goals. Each student who enters Davenport University, whether at one of our campuses or online, receives the same level of quality and individual attention. We are dedicated to providing a supportive learning environment with rich traditions of excellence that will transform you and help you fulfill your potential as a professional. People who hold degrees are the future of our knowledge-driven economy, and we are excited that you have chosen Davenport to help you become a successful part of this dynamic economy. Please refer to the catalog and save this copy for future reference. And once again, welcome to Davenport, where we are dedicated to quality and seeing you succeed. Sincerely, Richard Pappas, Ed.D. President 2015–2016 UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG Welcome to Davenport University! We look forward to helping you achieve your career and personal goals. This catalog is designed to help you set a successful course toward your higher education and career goals. Please refer to the catalog and save this copy for your future reference. College of Health Professions 25 Contents Programs 25 Health Information Management (HIM) BS 26 Academic Calendar 3 Health Services Administration BS 26 Medical Case Management BS 27 About Davenport University 5 Nursing BSN (Completion) 28 Nursing Pre-Licensure BSN 28 Our Mission 5 Medical Case Management Certificate 29 Our Vision 5 Health Information Technology (HIT) AAS 30 Our Values 5 Medical Assisting AAS 30 History 5 Practical Nursing Diploma 31 Organization and Structure 6 Pre-Health Professions Courses 31 Non-Profit Status 6 Board of Trustees 7 Leadership Team 7 College of Technology 33 Davenport University Foundation Board of Trustees 8 Programs 33 Computer Information Systems BS 34 Davenport University Excellence Computer Science BS 34 System 9 Database Systems and Programming BS 35 Digital Forensics BS 35 D.W. Maine College of Business 11 Information Assurance BS 36 Programs 11 Network Management and Design BS 37 Honors Professional Accountancy Program BBA/MAcc 12 Network Security BS 37 Accounting Fraud Investigation BBA 13 Technology Project Management BS 38 Accounting BBA 13 Global Project Management Certificate 39 Finance BBA 14 Computer Information Systems AAS 39 General Business BBA 15 Networking Technology AAS 40 Human Resource Management BBA 16 International Business BBA 16 College of Arts and Sciences 41 Management BBA 17 Programs 41 Marketing BBA 18 Foundations of Excellence Program 42 Paralegal Studies BS 19 Arts and Sciences Honors Program 42 Sport Management BBA 20 Integrative Professional Studies BAS Global Project Management Certificate 20 (Kuyper College Partnership) 43 Human Resource Management Certificate 21 Biological Laboratory Science BS 43 Paralegal Studies Certificate 21 Risk Management and Insurance Certificate 21 Academic Leadership 45 Sustainable Business Development Certificate 22 Accounting ABA 22 Colleges and Faculty 46 Business Administration ABA 23 Donald W. Maine College of Business 46 Finance ABA 23 College of Health Professions 48 Paralegal Studies AS 23 College of Technology 49 College of Arts and Sciences 50 davenport.edu 1 Campus Leadership 53 Housing 82 Campus Directors 53 Dining Services 83 Directors of Academic Services 53 Student Life 83 Campus Associate Department