Applied Management
A Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Management (BAS-AM) provides graduates the training they need to succeed in management positions in a wide range of businesses and industries.
The program is designed to graduate individuals who are well-grounded in management knowledge and ethical values, who possess skills in communication, teamwork, and business fundamentals and who are ready to provide leadership, quality management, and effective decision-making to both existing and startup organizations.
Students can complete this program in two-years by completing 15 credits per quarter. All students complete a 99-hour internship, in the last quarter of the program, to apply the skills and knowledge gained throughout the program to a workplace setting or project.
Program Concentrations
Accounting – This concentration is designed for students interested in working primarily in accounting departments in a variety of agencies or for an accounting firm.
Students who wish to earn a concentration in accounting will complete the following five upper division accounting electives: ACCT 301 Intermediate Accounting I, ACCT 302 Intermediate Accounting II, ACCT 401 Governmental Accounting, ACCT 403 Federal Tax Compliance and Planning, and ACCT 404 Data Analytics for Accounting.
Graduates go on to earn positions in small business management, government agency supervisory or management, small business ownership, corporate management, and more.
Apply Now! Priority consideration will be given to applications received by March 1, 2025.
Centralia College is now accepting applications for all Bachelor of Applied Science programs. Applications submitted during Winter and Spring 2025 will be considered for a Fall 2025 start. Please complete an online admission form. Once created, or if you already have an account, you can login to start a new application.
On the application, select the following:
- College: Centralia College
- Program: Baccalaureate
- Term: Fall 2025
- Degree or Certificate I am Seeking: (select the appropriate BAS program for which you wish to apply)
Once you click Apply, you will be redirected to the remainder of the online application. As applications are processed, you will be contacted by the Program Manager requesting additional information relating to the program you've selected.
To keep updated on notifications, activate your ctcLink account and set your preferred email.
For questions, contact bachelors@centralia.edu or 360-623-8927
Minimum Admission Requirements
- Completion of BAS application materials
- Associate degree or 90 credits at junior-level standing with at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA
- English 101 - English Composition with at a least a 2.0 cumulative GPA
- MATH& 146 – Introduction to Statistics, MATH& 148 Business Calculus, or MATH& 151 Calculus I
- ECON& 201 - Microeconomics or ECON& 202 - Macroeconomics
General Education Degree Required Courses
The following courses must be completed prior to earning a bachelor's degree. The courses can be included in the two-year degree or be completed during the bachelor’s program in addition to the required courses.
The courses are prerequisites for upper division general education courses and must be completed prior to enrolling in the upper division course.
Successful completion of each of these courses:
- Natural science course with lab (5 credits). Must complete prior to ENVS 440.
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ENGL& 102 or ENGL& 235 (5 credits) in addition to ENGL& 101. Must complete prior to the start of year two.
The following courses are prerequisites to upper-division accounting elective courses. Students who do not meet the prerequisites will be required to complete the management electives and are not eligible to enroll in any accounting electives.
- ACCT& 201, 202 – Principles of Accounting I & II (prerequisites for ACCT 301, 302, 401, 403, 404)
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 is offered in three ways:
- Traditional setting: You can complete the program in a traditional five day per week setting. Classes are offered 8 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday. The classes may have an online component for homework.
- Hybrid setting: You can complete the program in a hybrid, two day per week setting. A hybrid setting means part of the course is delivered in the classroom and part of the course is delivered online. Classes are offered 5-7 p.m. Tuesdays and 6-8 p.m. Thursdays. The classes have a significant, 60+ percent online component.
- Online setting: The BAS-AM program is now available fully online. Students do not have to attend any face-to-face classes at CC.
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, 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
Credits: 90
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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
CONTACT
Bachelor's Degree Programs
360-623-8927
bachelors@centralia.edu