Applied Studies: Management, B.S. - CPS, CPSO

Undergraduate

Applied Studies: Management

This online Bachelor's Completion program requires an earned associate degree.
Degree
Bachelor of Science
Location
Online
Courses
19*
Credit
120 hrs.*
Full-time
Varies (Transfer up to 90 credits)
Part-time
Varies (Transfer up to 90 credits)
two students

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College of Professional Studies

The online Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies 鈥 Management at the 91制片厂 is a Bachelor鈥檚 Completion program designed for individuals who have completed an associate degree and wish to advance their careers in management. This program offers a flexible, fully online curriculum that emphasizes leadership, organizational behavior, and strategic management. Students will gain practical skills applicable across various industries, preparing them for roles such as operations manager, administrative services manager, or business analyst. 

If you would like to learn about our accelerated master's programs, please contact your advisor.

*Number of courses and course credit hours may vary, please reach out to your academic advisor for exact requirements.

What is the Management Option in Applied Studies?

This transfer-friendly program is designed for students with an Associate鈥檚 Degree from a regionally accredited college in a technical or specialized field who already have the 鈥渉ands-on鈥 skills and want to develop the business competencies that will help them advance in their field in a management capacity. The program integrates the technical and general skills developed in an associate degree with the business competencies needed to succeed as a manager in their chosen profession.  The focus is on the application of business skills to the student鈥檚 professional field. Professional licensure, certification or training may serve as a foundation to this degree, upon approval by Academic Affairs.

Why study Applied Studies with an Option in Management at 91制片厂 College of Professional Studies?

Learn how to apply the business skills needed to succeed in your career. Building upon what you鈥檝e learned through your associate program, you鈥檒l grow your management abilities and potential.

Potential Career Areas

  • General and Operations Manager
  • Sales Manager
  • Administrative Services Manager
  • Purchasing Manager
  • Compliance Manager
  • Loss Prevention Manager
  • Agent and Business Manager
  • Cost Estimator
  • Management Analyst
  • Business Continuity Planner
  • First-Line Supervisor
  • Business Intelligence Analyst

Curriculum & Requirements

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Program Description
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This transfer-friendly program is designed for students with an Associate鈥檚 Degree from a regionally accredited college in a technical or specialized field who already have the 鈥渉ands- on鈥 skills and want to develop the business competencies that will help them advance in their field in a management capacity. The program integrates the technical and general skills developed in an associate degree with the business competencies needed to succeed as a manager in their chosen profession. The focus is on the application of business skills to the student鈥檚 professional field. Professional licensure, certification or training may serve as a foundation to this degree, upon approval by academic affairs.
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Degree Plan
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This degree plan is a sample and does not reflect the impact of transfer credit or current course offerings. 91制片厂 CPS Online undergraduate students should develop individual academic plans with their academic advisor during their first year at 91制片厂.

Sample Course Sequence - For students with conferred associate degree.

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallCredits
APST 405 Career Development and Planning 2
CMPL 402 Excel 2
CRIT 501 Introduction to Critical Inquiry 4
MGMT 410 Principles of Management 4
Elective 4
 Credits16
Spring
ACCT 532
or MGMT 569
 Financial Accounting
or Budget Management
 4
Select one of the following: 4
HRM 580
 Change Management  
HRM 635
 Managing Conflict  
LD 600
 Becoming an Effective Leader  
LD 660
 Leadership Theory  
PSY 646
 Psychology of Occupational Stress  
Select one approved management elective 4
Elective 4
 Credits16
Second Year
Fall
FNC 665 Financial Management 4
IDIS 601A
or IDIS 601B
or IDIS 601C
 Interdisciplinary Seminar: Being Happy
or Interdisciplinary Seminar: Business of Beer
or Interdisciplinary Seminar: Paranormal Activities
 4
Select one of the following: 4
MGMT 608
 Fostering Inclusion and Diversity in the Workplace  
MGMT 634
 Contemporary Management Issues  
MGMT 625
 Legal and Ethical Issues in Business Management  
Elective 4
 Credits16
Spring
MGMT 795
or MGMT 797
or MGMT 798
 Integrative Capstone: Industry-Based Internship
or Integrative Capstone: Industry-Based Project
or Integrative Capstone: Strategic Management Experience
 4
Elective 4
Elective 4
 Credits12
 Total Credits60
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Requirements for the Program
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Degree Requirements

Minimum Credit Requirement: 120 credits
Minimum Residency Requirement: 30 credits must be taken at 91制片厂
Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0 is required for conferral*
Core Curriculum Required: General Education Program
Major, Option and Elective Requirements as indicated.
*GPA: Major and any state certification GPA requirements may be higher and are indicated in program details.
 
A minimum grade of C- is required in all Major coursework. Some programs may have higher grade requirements for Major coursework as noted in the Major requirements section below. Students are allowed a maximum of two course overlaps. Overlaps can be used between Major, Minor, and General Education requirements with only 8 credits overlapped between the Major and Minor. Please note that Option requirements are considered part of the Major. Students must complete 16 upper-level credits in majors within the College of Professional Studies, Online.

General Education Program Requirements

A minimum grade of D- is required in all General Education coursework. Students are allowed a maximum of two course overlaps. Overlaps can be used between Major, Minor and General Education requirements with only 8 credits overlapped between the Major and Minor.

All General Education requirements must be taken prior to the capstone.

ENG 420The Writing Process4
COM 460Interpersonal Communication and Group Dynamics4
COM 480Visual Communication4
CRIT 501Introduction to Critical Inquiry4
Select one of the following:4
MTH 402
Math for Our World
MTH 504
Statistics
MTH 510
Pre-Calculus
Knowledge of Human Behavior & Social Systems4
Knowledge of the Physical & Natural World4
Knowledge of Human Thought & Expression4
CRIT 602Advanced Critical Analysis and Strategic Thinking4
IDIS 601AInterdisciplinary Seminar: Being Happy4
or IDIS 601B Interdisciplinary Seminar: Business of Beer
or IDIS 601C Interdisciplinary Seminar: Paranormal Activities
Total Credits40

Writing Program Requirements

All bachelor's degree candidates are required to complete four writing intensive courses as part of the University as follows:

ENG 420
The Writing Process
One Writing Intensive course in the Major
One Writing Intensive course at the 600-level or above
One Additional Writing Intensive Course

Writing Intensive courses are identified with the label "Writing Intensive Course" in the "Attributes" section of the course description and/or a W following the course number.

Major Requirements

Prerequisite: Must have completed an Associate Degree or equivalent in a related applied discipline aligning with Management applied discipline aligning with Management.

Prior to capstone enrollment, students are expected to complete all General Education program requirements. Students should consult with their advisor regarding specific major courses that may be completed with their capstone. Refer to the Degree Plan for a sample course sequence. Academic Advisor approval is required for registration to be processed.

Major in Applied Studies - Management
Foundation Courses
APST 405Career Development and Planning2
CMPL 402Excel2
MGMT 410Principles of Management4
Intermediate Courses
ACCT 532Financial Accounting4
or MGMT 569 Budget Management
Advanced Courses
FNC 665Financial Management4
Leadership Elective
Select one of the following:4
HRM 580
Change Management
or HRM 635
 Managing Conflict
or LD 600
 Becoming an Effective Leader
or LD 660
 Leadership Theory
or PSY 646
 Psychology of Occupational Stress
Legal/Ethical Issues Elective
Select one of the following:4
MGMT 608
Fostering Inclusion and Diversity in the Workplace
or MGMT 625
 Legal and Ethical Issues in Business Management
or MGMT 634
 Contemporary Management Issues
Management Elective
Select one of the following:4
Any upper level course with MGMT prefix
Any course with HRM prefix
Any course with OPS prefix
MKT 618
Sales Management
PADM 500
Introduction to Public Administration
PSY 646
Psychology of Occupational Stress
Integrative Capstone
MGMT 795Integrative Capstone: Industry-Based Internship4
or MGMT 797 Integrative Capstone: Industry-Based Project
or MGMT 798 Integrative Capstone: Strategic Management Experience
Total Credits32

Electives

Open electives are courses students will need to take in addition to their general education and major requirements in order to satisfy the remaining credit totals for their programs. Open electives are defined as any credit course offered by the College not already included in the student's general education, major, option or minor. Students will need 120 credits total to graduate with a bachelor's degree from the Online Division of the College of Professional Studies.

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Student Learning Outcomes
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Program Learning Outcomes
  • Identify patterns of individual and group behavior in organizations and apply management theories and approaches that enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of organizations.
  • Demonstrate leadership skills that enhance organizational performance through application of theories of leadership, motivation, change management, conflict management and managing diversity.
  • Apply accounting and finance skills and best practices to enhance the effectiveness of financial decision-making in organizations.
  • Integrate legal and ethical principles into decision-making to assure organizational and individual adherence to corporate ethics and social responsibility.
  • Integrate and apply management theories and techniques to a specific applied field through an in-depth capstone experience.

Bachelor鈥檚 Completion

Learn how to apply the business skills needed to succeed in your career. Building upon what you鈥檝e learned through your associate program, you鈥檒l grow your management abilities and potential.

 

Admissions Requirements

This degree is specifically designed for students with an associate degree from a regionally accredited college in a technical or specialized field. Professional licensure, certification or training may serve as a foundation to this degree, upon approval by academic affairs.

 

 

Course Highlights

  • Principles of Management
  • Organizational Behavior
  • Financial Accounting
  • Integrative: Applied Studies in Management
  • 鈥nd more!

Open the Door to Any Industry: Online Business Programs at 91制片厂 CPS 

Unlock diverse career opportunities with the online business programs at the 91制片厂 College of Professional Studies. Hear from our program directors, expert faculty, and students about what sets our programs apart from other online business degrees. With a curriculum tailored for working professionals, you鈥檒l gain the skills to thrive in today鈥檚 competitive business environment. Customize your learning experience to align with your career aspirations, while benefiting from the flexibility to balance work, life, and education. Join a program that opens doors to any industry and prepares you for lasting success.

Key Benefits of 91制片厂 CPS Online

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Advantages
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  • 100% online courses 鈥 Learn from anywhere with flexible scheduling.
  • 8-week terms 鈥 Move toward your goals faster.
  • Affordable tuition 鈥 Among the lowest in New England and nationwide.
  • Nationally ranked 鈥 Best Online Bachelor鈥檚 Programs and Best Online Bachelor鈥檚 for Veterans by U.S. News & World Report.
  • Regionally accredited 鈥 By the New England Commission on Higher Education (NECHE).
  • Generous transfer credit policy 鈥 About 89% of our students transfer in; we specialize in maximizing your previous college coursework and other college-level learning.
  • Credit for prior learning 鈥 Earn credit for relevant work experience, military training, and other learning outside the classroom.
  • Rolling admissions 鈥 Apply anytime and start in the term that works for you.
  • No GMAT or GRE required 鈥 Streamlined admissions process.
  • Expert faculty 鈥 Instructors are subject matter experts who share real-world experience to help you apply what you learn to your career goals.
  • Career advising for life 鈥 Available to all students, alumni, and even prospective students exploring their options.
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Transfer Pathway
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Whether you completed your associate degree or took a few courses, we have experience working with community college students nationwide and we are experts at maximizing your transfer credits. We are proud of our formal partnerships to support community college graduates through our Transfer Pathways.

Students pursuing an associate degree at a New Hampshire community college are encouraged to explore our Transfer Pathway below.

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Admissions Requirements
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  • Completion of our free, online application for admission
  • High school diploma, completion of a high school education in a homeschool setting under state law, or demonstrate high school equivalency.
    • Successful completion of one of the following exams will be required for demonstrating high school equivalency: the GED, HiSET, or TASC
  • Associate degree from a regionally accredited college in a technical or specialized field. Professional licensure, certification or training may serve as a foundation to this degree, upon approval by academic affairs
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Accelerated Graduate Program
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For motivated undergraduate students interested in pursuing a graduate degree, you can pair this program with an accelerated option that allows you to streamline the completion of your educational goals. This option allows students to complete their bachelor鈥檚 and graduate degrees in a fast-tracked five-year timeline.

Qualifications:

  • Current 91制片厂 undergraduate student enrolled in one of the following programs:
  • GPA of 3.2 or higher.
  • Apply and be accepted to the M.S. Leadership program.
  • Completed 90 undergraduate credits (to begin taking courses for dual credit). Most students apply in their junior year; once admitted to the program, students can begin taking select courses for dual credit, provided they鈥檝e completed 90 undergraduate credits.

If you're interested in enrolling in an accelerated graduate program, . 

Opportunities for Airmen

 

Finish Your Bachelor's Degree With the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF)

 

The AU-ABC partnership between Air University and the 91制片厂 College of Professional Studies allows you to apply your CCAF Associate in Applied Science toward this online bachelor's degree. All CCAF degrees are transferable into this program.

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Credit for What you Know

Your Prior Learning Counts

Many of our students can demonstrate college-level knowledge gained from military, workplace and volunteer-based training, and experiences. We are experts at helping students demonstrate learning and earning academic credit.

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