Northwood University Courses & Fees

There are more older vehicles on the road today than at any time in history. And customizing cars is on the rise. These trends are fueling an enormous opportunity for careers in the aftermarket auto industry.

But if you want to excel, you’re going to need the right skills. Which we can help develop.

In our Automotive Aftermarket Management track, you’ll immediately begin taking courses in your major and have opportunities to participate in events, such as AAPEX/SEMA in Las Vegas (one of the world’s largest automotive trade shows). You can land internships with big-name companies, such as Vipar Heavy Duty, Delphi, Edelbrock, Federal-Mogul, Tenneco and NGK. And you’ll be involved in an intensive senior capstone project that you’ll pitch to leading industry professionals.

We use all tools provided to us to help further our advancement in the industry.

Here we are a family, with one goal in mind. We share our talents, connections and ideas inside and outside the classroom.

Being able to think like an entrepreneur is a highly coveted skill in today’s marketplace. Businesses of all shapes and sizes need people who can take calculated risks and find opportunity within ambiguity.

If this is the skill set you want to develop, Northwood University has a program for you. We have a 60-year track record of helping future business leaders tap their entrepreneurial potential. It’s what we do best.

Whether you’re looking ahead to owning your own company, managing a family-owned business or being a change agent in the corporate environment, our Entrepreneurship degree curriculum covers everything you need to know.

We also give you hands-on experience to help make that happen. You’ll participate in entrepreneurial round tables, spend time with our Entrepreneurs-in-Residence and other mentors from the business community and take part in special workshops and training programs designed to put you on the path to free enterprise success.

Whether you want to launch your own franchise concept, purchase an existing franchise, take over a family-owned business or advance your existing franchise to the next level, our specialized Franchise Management degree program prepares you for the business challenges and income opportunities that come with a career in this diverse field.

Built on a firm foundation of free enterprise and entrepreneurship, Northwood University is the first and only fully accredited university in North America to offer this major. You’ll start classes in your major on day one, get hands-on real-world experience in the inner workings of various franchise companies and get the chance to network with successful franchise owners and managers.

You’ll graduate ready to launch your business, knowing the principles of franchising, real estate, financing, marketing, and entrepreneurship—with key industry connections you can’t get anywhere else.

Every health care organization needs more than doctors, nurses and technicians to be successful. They also need business-minded leaders. Our Health Care Management degree program develops just that – leaders who approach their careers with a strong entrepreneurial mindset and work ethic.

This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

Whether your dream is to manage a large hotel chain, lead a kitchen crew, plan major events, have an office on a cruise ship or run your own bed and breakfast, a Hospitality Management degree from Northwood will help you launch your career the moment you step on campus.

With major courses starting from day one in the classroom, you’ll also get crucial learning experiences out in the real world. You’ll have the opportunity to learn event management, marketing, and financial planning by participating in large student-run events such as the Stafford Dinner and Northwood University International Auto Show (NUIAS). You also can gain valuable real-world experience by helping run the N.A.D.A. Hotel & Conference Center on our Midland, Michigan, campus.

Hospitality is one of the largest and fastest-growing industries in the world, and we’re here to help build its future leaders. If you think you’re one of those,

Our advice: differentiate yourself from other school’s graduates with the IRM – Insurance Risk Management Degree at Northwood University. An IRM degree graduate secures a “first to be hired” opportunity at an insurance company, brokerage or agency.

The expansive insurance industry includes careers at insurance companies, brokerage houses and insurance agencies. You will study the latest tools, technologies and best practices, and gain critical real-world experience in the field all with the opportunity to earn the AINS Insurance Industry Designation - credential letters behind your name.

Success in the global business arena requires more than just basic knowledge. To rise above the competition, you need to understand world markets, cultural and language differences and have a keen drive and entrepreneurial spirit. Our International Business degree develops the necessary skills you need to succeed as a leader in any size multi-national enterprise.

This broad, non-industry specific program tackles the complex challenges in international business. Courses focus on the many differences among world markets in areas such as economics, politics, culture, law and management practices. You’ll study at least one foreign language and have numerous study abroad opportunities that allow you to experience foreign cultures and business environments first-hand while earning academic credit.

Leading a business means more than just being in charge. Managers direct projects and processes, lead teams and adapt to changing conditions when necessary. They need to think like an entrepreneur, understand people and keep an eye on the competition—all at the same time. We can help you develop that.

When you enroll in our Management degree program, you learn what it takes to be an effective, well-rounded manager. You’ll study four main areas: strategy (planning and implementation), behavior (motivation, leadership, power, and politics), organizational structure, and human resource management.

Real-world case studies and business simulations, as well as immersion experiences in the field, help you get a better look at what lies ahead after graduation.

Business is at the heart of today’s digital world. Companies communicate, handle transactions and share information using digital technology - and, they need someone to help them keep all systems running. A BBA in Management Information Systems degree from Northwood University positions you to do just that.

Beginning on day one, you’ll study programming language, the infrastructure of operating systems and networks, graphics and web design. You’ll even learn how to design and implement complex databases.

And, you’ll get hands-on experience with immersion into the real world through internships, guest speakers and our capstone project that ensures you know how to address an organization’s IT needs and build a system that meets them.

Marketing professionals need finely honed creativity and strategic business expertise combined with an entrepreneurial drive. Our Marketing degree program will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to succeed.

Starting from day one, you’ll study everything from sales, advertising and marketing to consumer behavior, e-commerce and trend analysis. You’ll use creative and analytical thinking to solve problems and develop solutions that will benefit both the company and the consumer.

With our business-focused curriculum, you’ll also take a core set of business and management courses. We also provide hands-on, real-world experience to help you hone your skills and the opportunity to develop your own marketing plan for a company.

Operations and supply chain management are rapidly growing fields. And what companies are looking for most are people who not only understand these disciplines but who also know how to connect them to business strategy and the bottom line.

Northwood’s Operations and Supply Chain Management Degree prepares you to do just that.

From your first class to your last, you’ll be immersed in a hands-on learning environment where you’ll hone the skills employers value most. Whether you ultimately own a business or work for a corporation, you’ll leave Northwood University fully prepared to succeed in a rising global industry.

Numbers matter in management. Our strategic management program is designed to help students tap into the numbers side of leadership, helping to connect the dots with an emphasis on quantitative aspects of the decision-making process and utilizing principles of supply-chain, accounting and data management.

The strategic management major is customizable with a list of electives in emerging industries, and we know that because the electives were created in response to industry demands. Channel your left-brain tendencies and get into the finance industry, or utilize your natural communication abilities to take the helm of a role in human resources.

The possibilities to turn the strategic management major into a successful career in every facet of business are endless

The Bachelor of Business Administration in Cybersecurity Management at Northwood University provides students with an opportunity to gain the knowledge, ability, and skills needed to enter the fast paced and growing field of cybersecurity. Due to increased risk and threats of cyber-attacks, organizations are taking it upon themselves to identify these attacks and the risks they face. This rigorous program will provide the knowledge and skills necessary for graduates to meet industry demands.

News headlines in the Information Age regularly abound with news of data breaches and hacks even among large organizations. Poor cybersecurity practices carry real consequences ranging from worsened reputations to bottom-line financial loss. It has never been clearer that a strong preventative defense against such cyber-attacks is necessary for the success of any modern company.

The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and Cybersecurity at Northwood University provides students with not only a thorough grounding in the principles of safeguarding digital data, but also a practical skill set immediately applicable in the real world, where companies can no longer afford to ignore cybersecurity threats.

Studying Computer Science at Northwood will provide you with a unique blend of technical knowledge, business understanding and problem-solving ability - a skill set that is increasingly in-demand in modern business.

You’ll learn these skills in a way that promotes real-world application and lifelong learning - preparing you to enter a field that evolves every day.

Many of Northwood’s more than 20 business concentrations, such as sport management, cybersecurity and management information systems include aspects of gaming, data and analytics. The new esports curriculum also promotes experiential knowledge through internships, practical experiences and approved projects in the esports industry.

This hybrid program combines elements from various technological and digital disciplines to give students a well-rounded and marketable degree.

In the ever-changing fashion world, keeping up with new trends, colors and looks for every season is a must in order to stay relevant and competitive. Now, more than ever, the fashion industry needs leaders who possess a creative mind, passion for style and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Our Fashion Marketing & Management major immerses students in world of fashion from every angle–from raw materials to design and production-to the all-important business side of the industry. You’ll learn how to succeed at retail promotion, visual merchandising and pricing and how to manage a business, whether you wind up owning your own or working at a major retailer or design house.

You’ll start courses in your major from day one, and get real-world experiences through internships and other hands-on experiences, including working in our annual student-run style show Style Show. Get on the runway to your career.

There’s more to a marketing communications career than writing a catchy slogan or posting engaging social content to build a brand. Marketing professionals also need a strong entrepreneurial drive, a keen business sense, an understanding of technology and the determination to overcome creative hurdles. Best practice in marketing now also demands close attention to analytics and data-driven decisions, introducing an element of technical know-how highly coveted by employers.

At Northwood University, we build future marketing leaders. Our students quickly acquire the skills that are in high demand through hands-on experiences and engaged learning. You’ll start your major classes your freshman year and follow a dynamic curriculum that combines the best of creative thinking with business strategy, in the classroom and out.

In fact, all Northwood University Marketing Communications students get to design real advertising campaigns for actual companies during their first year.

Sports and entertainment aren’t all fun and games. They’re also serious business, and if you want to succeed it helps to have an entrepreneurial spirit, coupled with a strong understanding of how businesses in this highly competitive and fast-paced world operate.

Our Sport Management degree program teaches you what it takes to thrive in the business of sports and entertainment. You’ll learn about operations, marketing, accounting, economics and other financial aspects specific to this industry.

You’ll also graduate prepared to work in concert and tour management, marketing and community relations, operations, tourism, broadcasting and even facilities operations.

Northwood SEM alumni are working in noted organizations across the world, from the Detroit Pistons and Live Nation, to the NCAA and Under Armour. With our connections to these and other employers, you’ll have the chance to complete meaningful internships and gain other real-word experiences in the field.