Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Business Management

Created by Pierce faculty, this map outlines the baccalaureate-level coursework for this career field. It provides you a clear path to complete your degree by listing a specific set of courses relevant to your program and career. The map is designed with the appropriate number of credits and meets degree requirements. Courses are organized in a recommended sequence; please schedule accordingly. If a course is unavailable, select the next appropriate course within the sequence. For each course, a purpose statement explains how the content relates to your career field. On this map, there may be instances when you will be required to select a course from several options. Use these purpose statements and notes to choose the course that best aligns with your interests and needs. You will also find action items to complete to assure you progress and graduate on time. While this map is a great guide to courses required to complete the Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Business Management, you are responsible for fulfilling all degree requirements. The Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Business Management (BASABM) is a cohort-based, two-year, professional degree that prepares students for high demand entry and management positions in for-profit and non-profit organizations. A focus on systems thinking, adaptive strategies, and hands-on learning help graduates have the skills and knowledge to develop innovative and practical solutions to today’s complex business challenges. This degree offers a mix of technical, transferrable, and lifelong learning skills to help its graduates thrive in our rapidly changing world. Career pathways include positions in human resource development, marketing, project management, sales, and supervision.

Bachelor in Applied Science in Applied Business Management (BAS-ABM) Admission Requirements

Completion of at least an associate degree with a cumulative GPA for all college-level credits with a 2.5 or greater

Completion of 30 general education requirement (GER) credits with a grade of 2.0 or greater, inclusive of the GER-designated required courses below.

Completion of the following required courses with a grade of 2.0 or greater:

English Composition I (ENGL& 101 or higher) (GER-COM)

College-level math with statistics emphasis (MATH& 146 or its equivalent) (GER-QR)

Introduction to Business (BUS& 101) (GER-SS)

Business Law (BUS& 201) (GER-SS)

Microeconomics (ECON& 201) (GER-SS)

Macroeconomics (ECON& 202) (GER-SS)

Principles of Accounting I and II (ACCT& 201 and ACCT& 202)

Computer literacy course (CIS 130 or its equivalent)

Professional intent, 250 words maximum: Explain professional goals and how these will be served by a BAS-ABM degree.

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Unofficial transcripts from accredited college-level institution(s). Official transcripts required for admission.

Completion of Pierce College application for admission to the BAS-ABM program by the published deadline.