Applied Management

Graduates develop the skills needed to advance into leadership and management roles across a wide range of sectors and industries, including corporate environments, government agencies, and small businesses, as well as to pursue entrepreneurial ventures. The Accounting concentration further expands career opportunities in the accounting field and provides foundational preparation for pursuing Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credentials.

Minimum Admission Requirements

To be admitted into the program, applicants must complete the following requirements:

1. Completion of BAS application materials
2. Associate degree or 90 quarter units (junior-level standing) with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
3. English 101 English Composition with a minimum grade of 2.0
4. One of the following mathematics courses:
   1. MATH& 146 Introduction to Statistics
   2. MATH 147 Finite Math for Business
   3. MATH& 148 Business Calculus
   4. MATH& 151 Calculus I
5. One of the following economics courses:
   1. ECON& 201 Microeconomics
   2. ECON& 202 Macroeconomics

 

General Education Degree Required Courses

To earn a bachelor’s degree, students must successfully complete the following General Education coursework. These courses may be taken as part of the bachelor’s degree program:

• MATH 350 Managerial Statistics
• CMST 330 Professional and Organizational Communication
• HUM 315 Business Ethics
• Economics Course (specific course may vary based on program requirements)
• PSYC 320 Leadership and Organizational Behavior
• ENVS 440 Environmental Issues
• Natural Science with Lab (Note: This course must be completed prior to enrolling in ENVS 440.)

Accounting Concentration Elective Prerequisites

The following coursework must be completed prior to enrolling in upper-division accounting electives:

• ACCT& 201 and ACCT& 202 – Principles of Accounting I and II
• Required prerequisites for ACCT 301, 302, 401, 403, and 404.

Note: Students who do not complete these prerequisite courses will be required to enroll in management elective courses and will not be eligible to take accounting electives.

The BAS-AM program is designed to provide a structured, supportive pathway for working students to complete their bachelor’s degree.

• Cohort Model: Students progress through the program as part of a cohort that begins each fall quarter, building connections and support with peers throughout the program.
• Selective Admission: Students must complete the BAS Program Application packet and receive approval for admission prior to enrolling in program courses.
• Flexible Scheduling:
  • Program (core) courses are offered in a hybrid format, meeting two evenings per week.
  • Some general education courses may be scheduled during the day, depending on course availability.
• Time Commitment: Students should plan for an average of 15 hours per week per course, including class time, homework, and studying. With a typical load of three courses per quarter, students should expect to dedicate approximately 45 hours per week to their academic work.

Tuition

The State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) sets the tuition rate.

For the current year's tuition rate, see Tuition & Fees - Bachelor of Applied Science.

The cost of room and board would be additional.

Financial Aid

For information on applying for financial aid, see Financial Aid.

Scholarships

Students can apply for scholarships online from Dec. 1-March 1. Visit the scholarships page for information and a link to the online application.

Do I need to apply for the program?

Yes, students interested in the BAS-AM program must complete an application and be accepted into the program. All applicants will receive a letter indicating if they have been accepted into the program. Applications are accepted winter quarter proceeding the fall quarter start. For example, if you are interested in starting BAS-AM in the fall, you will need to apply for the program during winter quarter.

When are classes offered?

The program offers flexible learning options to meet the needs of a variety of students. Classes are available in traditional, hybrid, and online formats.

1. Traditional setting: You can complete classes in a traditional four day per week setting. Classes are offered 8 a.m. to noon Monday through Thursday. The classes may have an online component for homework.
2. Hybrid setting: The core degree classes are offered in a hybrid format, combining face-to-face instruction. Classes are offered 5-7 p.m. Tuesdays and 6-8 p.m. Thursdays.
3. Online setting: There are select classes that are offered online. You can complete classes online without attending classes on campus.

How long is the program?

Most students complete the program in six quarters. This is a full-time, three classes per quarter for a total of 15 credits per quarter.

How much time will I spend on school each week?

Each course requires an average of 15 hours per week for class time, homework, studying, etc. Since you will be taking three classes per quarter, you should set aside an average of 45 hours per week for school.

Is financial aid available?

Yes, students can apply for financial aid for the BAS-AM program. The Centralia College Foundation also has scholarships available for BAS-AM students.

Upon successful completion, students will have demonstrated the ability to:

Communication Skills

Recognize communications issues and be able to employ effective oral, written, and analytical communication appropriate to organizational settings including personnel situations and in large and small group discussions.

Decision-Making

Understand the differences in decision-making strategies and when to use various approaches. This includes the application of analytical tools and quality information systems. Design evaluation strategies that foster continuous improvement

Diversity

Be able to articulate the key laws, ethical aspects, regulations and benefits associated with diverse populations. Analyze workplace scenarios and understand how the move from accommodation, to inclusion, to aggressive recruitment can create competitive advantages.

Finance and Analysis

Design statistical models and apply data analysis techniques to the decision-making process. Utilize financial information, recognizing the reliability and accuracy of various sources, and managerial accounting tools to develop and analyze capital and operating budgets and understand various financing options to best meet organizational needs.

Global Perspectives

Be able to apply a global perspective to recognize and understand what is required to mitigate and manage the impacts of global currency differences and fluctuations as related to the purchase of raw materials and commodities or the sale of products to offshore customers. Understand the implications of doing business across legal and cultural boundaries.

Leadership and Management

Understand the difference between management and leadership, the variety of styles and roles and when they are best used as well as knowing how to work collaboratively in a team setting and how to create and manage productive teams. Recognize the value of diversity and community in business ventures.

Legal Issues and Ethics

Understand the difference between the law and ethics which includes articulating a personal ethical philosophy and the application to the workplace, especially with regard to human resource issues. Evaluate the impact of state and federal laws on organizational practices and management scenarios.

Operations Management

Know how to apply marketing principles and current technologies, including the development of marketing plans, to deliver goods and services with increasing levels of quality, efficiency and customer satisfaction to maximize the return from operations management.

Strategic Management

Be able to move from the theoretical understanding of how market, local, national and global issues impact strategic management of an organization which includes the ability to develop an actionable strategic plan with appropriate contingencies for an organization. Apply project management concepts to develop, manage and track a project.

Tax and Audit

Know how to report financial performance in accordance with accounting principles required in tax, commercial, or government conceptual frameworks. Be able to apply audit procedures necessary in creating reasonable assurance as it pertains to financial performance presentation.

BAS-AM Education Plan 

Degree: Bachelor of Applied Science
Emphasis: Applied Management
Units: 90

Junior Year
Fall Term	CMST 330 Prof & Org Communication - 5 units PSYC 320 Leadership & Organization Behavior - 5 units MGMT 340 Applied Financial Management - 5 units
Winter Term	MATH 350 Managerial Statistics - 5 units HUM 315 - Business Ethics - 5 units ACCT 310 Accounting for Managers or Accounting Elective - 5 units
Spring Term	MGMT 420 Human Resource Management - 5 units ENVS 440 Environmental Issues - 5 units MGMT 380 Marketing for Managers or Accounting Elective - 5 units

Senior Year
Fall Term	Economics Elective - 5 units MNGT 370 Practicum - 5 units Accounting or Management Elective - 5 units
Winter Term	MGMT 325 Legal Issues - 5 units MGMT 360 Business Principles - Planning & Strategy - 5 units Accounting or Management Elective - 5 units
Spring Term	MNGT 460 Internship Seminar - 2 units MGMT 470 Internship - 3 units MGMT 490 Strategic Management - 5 units Accounting or Management Elective - 5 units

Accounting Electives

• ACCT 301 & 302 Intermediate Accounting I & II
• ACCT 401 Governmental Accounting
• ACCT 403 Federal Tax Compliance & Planning
• ACCT 404 Data Analytics for Accounting

Management Electives

• MGMT 410 Project Management
• MGMT 430 Supply Chain Management
• MGMT 435 Operations Management
• MGMT 440 Quality Mgmt. Principles
• MGMT 445 Warehouse Management