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 who 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.
APPLY TO NPC'S BAM PROGRAM!
NOTE: At NPC, we accept applications for the BAM program year-round. However, there are priority application deadlines for each semester that students should be aware of:
- Summer 2025 Priority Deadline: May 5th
- Fall 2025 Priority Deadline: July 18th
- Spring 2026 Priority Deadline: December 12th
Applying by the priority deadlines is recommended, as it can increase your chances of admission and securing financial aid and scholarships. If you miss the priority deadlines, you can still submit your application, but program availability may be more limited.
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Program Costs
NPC program rates are for the 2025-2026 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.
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Tuition Per Credit |
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Lower Division |
$94 |
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Upper Division |
$141 |
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Credits per Program |
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Lower Division |
90 |
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Upper Division |
30 |
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Total Program Costs |
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Lower Division |
$8,460 |
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Upper Division |
$4,230 |
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Total Cost |
$12,690 |
Entry 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:
- Possess an earned associate degree with a minimum of 60 credits from a Nationally Accredited Institution with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
(Students with associate degrees that are less than 60 credits, please contact an academic advisor.) - 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 Quantitative Reasoning 100-level or higher with a C or higher.
- Completion of 4 credits in Natural Sciences with a C or higher.
Admission to the college does not guarantee admission to the BAM program. Enrollment in upper division courses (300 and 400 level) requires program admission.
NOTE: BUS 127, BUS 203, BUS 206, BUS 217, BUS 218, ECN 211, ECN 212 are part of the BAM program and prerequisites to certain upper-division courses. Students who have not completed these courses should prioritize them in their schedule.
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.
Work Environment
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. https://www.npc.edu/advising.
Job opportunities include:
- General Managers
- District Managers
- Sales Managers
- Marketing Managers
- Industry Analysts
- Service Managers
- Business Owners
Job Outlook
Individuals in management positions establish plans and policies to help companies thrive in a constantly changing environment. Overall employment in management is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations between 2022 and 2032 at 5% growth rate. It is estimated that there are 1.1 million projected management job openings each year due to company growth and replacing employees who leave management permanently. The median U.S. annual wage was $116,880 in May 2023, which is higher than most other occupations within the United States.
Management Occupations : Occupational Outlook Handbook: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)
Articulations
Graduates of the Bachelor of Applied Management program may choose to continue working toward a master's degree at a public or private university.
Contact Information
PO Box 610
Holbrook,
AZ 86025
Northland Pioneer College
Northland Pioneer College
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