The Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Business Management is a professional baccalaureate degree that prepares students for in-demand management positions in both the private and public sector. A focus on problem solving, technology usage, and experiential learning helps graduates develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities to implement practical solutions to today’s complex business challenges. This degree offers a mix of professional and technical skills to help students succeed in a rapidly changing business environment. Career pathways include positions in supervision, project management, and sales, among others. Students will integrate applied classroom learning with focused co-operative education experiences with local employers, providing a unique educational experience that will leave students with both academic qualifications and practical experience upon graduation.
Total to earn BAS: 180 credits (total credits includes associate degree or its equivalent plus completion of required program courses)
Note - additional general education courses may be required if not previously completed (15-16 credits)
Cost
Estimated Cost: $ 19,218
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Resident Tuition: $ 13,050
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Technology Fees: $ 1,260
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General Student Fees: $ 1,050
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Online Course Fee: $ 900
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Books / Materials: $ 2,007
Costs provided are estimates only, and may differ depending on course type and/or modality. Learn more and view current tuition and fee information.
Admissions Information
Applicants who hold an Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Associate of Science (AS), or comparable associate degree from Lane or another regionally accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 are eligible to apply for admission. Although this program is a continuation of Lane’s Business Management and Accounting AAS degrees, students may enter from any associate’s degree program. Additional coursework may be required to fulfill business core and general education requirements.
To be admitted to the program, students must submit a completed application, submit transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, complete an informational interview, and confirm their decision to enroll in the program. When there are more applicants than available seats, applications will be prioritized based on application date and GPA.
Applicants may be eligible to transfer prior coursework or work experience and receive Credit for Prior Learning (CPL), dependent upon department review:
- Military credits may be transferred
- Work experience may be evaluated and used to meet certain program requirements; see individual programs for information
- Other CPL may be granted in accordance with current college policy; see the CPL procedure for details on earning credit
Learning Outcomes
Students who complete this program will be able to:
PLO 1 - Evaluate and implement effective communication across all levels of the organization
PLO 2 - Explain the value of diversity and community as related to business ventures, with attention to dynamics of power and privilege
PLO 3 - Implement organizational management, human resource skills, and leadership strategies using skills grounded in current theories and techniques for stability, growth, and change
PLO 4 - Demonstrate critical thinking, teamwork, information literacy, and technical knowledge commensurate with management positions
PLO 5 - Use analytical tools and information systems to evaluate and implement decision-making strategies to solve problems
PLO 6 - Develop realistic comprehensive project plans, identify risk areas, monitor the plans, and deal with problems through appropriate use of project management techniques
PLO 7 - Apply principles of law and ethics to promote organizational outcomes and support social responsibility
PLO 8 - Apply quantitative financial analysis to making business decisions
Program Requirements
All courses in a program require default grading (completed with a letter grade of C- or better, or Pass) unless specified otherwise below.
Program Core Courses
Electives
Directed Electives
Complete one course from the following:
Additional math accepted:
MTH 106 or higher
Open Electives
Students using lower-credit courses to meet General Education requirements may need to take additional 100-level or higher electives to reach the 90-credit minimum (overall 180 credits). Note - Gen Ed/Grad Requirement courses cannot be double-dipped here.
General Education
The following general education courses must be completed by graduation (these credits are not counted in the 90 required credits to complete the BAS).
Note - Some students will have completed the requirements within their associate’s degree. Some may need to add the following courses to earn the bachelor’s degree. Work with an academic advisor.
| WR 121Z | Composition 1 | 4 |
| MTH 105Z | Math in Society | 4 |
| Any Communication course 100-level or higher | |
| Human Relations - choose one course from list | 3-4 |
Footnotes
1 – Any math (MTH/STAT) course higher than MTH 105Z is also accepted
2 – Students who have previously completed these 12cr in a prior degree - the courses are considered completed but the credits are not applied here. Students would need an additional 12 credits in Open Electives
3 – BT 223 and CS 275 require at least MTH 095 for entry into the course
Notes
Sample Term Planner
Applied Business Management Sample Term Planner
*Subject to change. Connect with an academic advisor to create an individualized academic planner.