Northland Pioneer College’s Bachelor of Applied Management (BAM) degree is designed to teach students how to apply management techniques in various business environments. Throughout the program, students learn financial management, general and operational management, marketing and communication management, information systems management, and human resources management consistent with industry standards. NPC’s Bachelor of Applied Management is perfect for students who have completed an associate degree, including those with technical degrees, and are looking for a pathway toward management. Students can choose from two specialized degrees of emphasis:
- Bachelor of Applied Management with a specialization in Entrepreneurship and Leadership.
- Bachelor of Applied Management with a specialization in Medical Administration Management.
Career Opportunities
Managers are an integral part of every industry. They function as decision-makers, role models, innovators, analysts, communicators, and employee motivators. With a Bachelor of Applied Management from Northland Pioneer College, graduates will have knowledge and skills that can be applied to various management careers in both the public and private sectors.
All earned associate degrees are welcome in NPC’s Bachelor of Applied Management degree program. If you are interested in pursuing a career in management or perhaps in owning your own business, contact an NPC advisor to determine the best pathway to help you achieve your goals.
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements ensure that all students pursuing the Bachelor of Applied Management degree are prepared with the foundational knowledge necessary to succeed in the program. Entry requirements are:
1. Possess an earned associate degree with a minimum of 60 credits from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. Students with associate degrees that are less than 60 credits, please contact an academic advisor.
2. Completion of at least 15 credits of general education to include:
- Completion of ENL 101 - College Composition I with a C or higher.
- Completion of 3 credits in mathematics 100-level or higher with a C or higher.
- Completion of 4 credits in Physical and Biological Sciences with a C or higher.
3. Completion of BUS 127, BUS 203, BUS 206, BUS 217, BUS 218, ECN 211, ECN 212.
Admission to the college does not guarantee admission to the BAM program. Enrollment in upper division courses (300 and 400 level) requires program admission.
Graduation Requirements:
To obtain the Bachelor of Applied Management from NPC, the candidate must:
- Complete the program with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better by satisfying the degree requirements as published in the applicable NPC Catalog prior to the date of graduation.
- Have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better in courses taken at NPC. Only grades of C or better will be accepted. Courses may be repeated by students if needed.
- Have a minimum of 30 credits in residence at NPC that apply towards the degree being pursued and meet the requirements for the applicable NPC catalog. Credits obtained by assessment may not be used toward the residency requirement.
Program Costs
- NPC program rates are for the 2024-2025 academic year.
- These are estimated costs based on attending NPC for both an associate degree and continuing into the BAM degree. *Costs do not include all course fees or other fees required by the college.
| Tuition Per Credit |
| Lower Division |
$91 (*In state tuition is shown here)
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Upper Division
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$136.50
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| Credits per Program |
| Lower Division |
90 |
| Upper Divison |
30 |
| Total Program Costs |
| Lower Division |
$8,190
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| Upper Division |
$4,095
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| Total Cost |
$12,285
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