Bachelor of Science in Management

Campus Locations Boston, Virtual
Also available 100% Online Yes
Other Format(s) Fast-Track Bachelor of Science in Management
Credits Required for Graduation 163
Entry Terms Fall Quarter, Winter Quarter, Spring Quarter, Summer Quarter (excl F1 visa applicants)
Meets International Visa Requirements Yes

Overview

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Across all industries and types of organizations, there exists a universal need for proficient managers. To prepare you for a career in management, the Bachelor of Science in Management focuses on management functions, processes, and skills—enabling you to effectively respond to complex business and management challenges.

Featuring courses in accounting, business law, marketing, communications, project management, international business, and information systems, this program is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and provides students the opportunity to gain functional knowledge in the areas necessary to become an effective manager. By successfully completing this program, you will enhance your understanding of what is required to capably solve problems, manage resources, and oversee staff on a day-to-day basis.

Formats: The Bachelor of Science in Management is also available in an 18-month, Fast-Track format if you're transferring into the College of Professional Studies with an associate degree or equivalent credits. For more information, visit our Fast-Track Bachelor of Science in Management page.

Core Curriculum

College of Professional Studies degrees* integrate a core set of course requirements that ensure all of our graduates possess a well-rounded educational background and understanding of the world. The core courses allow students to gain insights into disciplines other than their field of study, as well as develop expertise in written and oral communication and critical thinking.

 


Written Communication (9 q.h.)

Complete the following three courses:

ENG 1004 College English 1 3 q.h.
ENG 1005 College English 2 3 q.h.
ENG 3006 College English Workshop 3 q.h.


Diversity (3 q.h.)

Complete one of the following courses:

CMN 2002 Intercultural Communication 3 q.h.
MGT 1503 Managing in a Diverse and Changing World* 3 q.h.
POL 2230 Civil Liberties 3 q.h.
SOC 1110 Diversity 3 q.h.
SOC 1635 Race and Ethnicity 3 q.h.
SOC 2440 Gender and Work Roles in Society 3 q.h.


Information Literacy (3 q.h.)

ITC Information Technology Elective 3 q.h.

Suggested courses:

 
ITC 1001 Intro to PC Productivity Tools 3 q.h.
ITC 1002 Technology and Information Fluency 3 q.h.
ITC 1120 Website Design 3 q.h.
ITC 1235 Internet Essentials 3 q.h.
ITC 1255 Human-Computer Interaction 3 q.h.

Mathematics (6 q.h.)

Complete a minimum of six quarter hours from the following courses:

MTH 1001 College Algebra 1 3 q.h.
MTH 2002 College Algebra 2 3 q.h.
MTH 2512 Finite Mathematics 3 q.h.
MTH 2101 Precalculus 3 q.h.
MTH 3005 Calculus 1 4 q.h.
MTH 3010 Calculus 2 4 q.h.
MTH 3015 Calculus 3 4 q.h.
ECN 2001 Statistics 1 3 q.h.
ECN 2002 Statistics 2 3 q.h.


Ethical & Political Perspectives (3 q.h.)

Complete one of the following courses:

LDR 3230 Ethical Decision Making 3 q.h.
PHL 1001 Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics 3 q.h.
PHL 2160 Bioethics 3 q.h.
PHL 2180 Business Ethics 3 q.h.


Science Perspectives (3 q.h.)

Choose one course with any one of the following prefixes: BIO, BTC, CHM, ESC, PHY

 

Suggested courses:

 
BIO 1010 Biology 1 3 q.h.
BIO 1825 Biology Today: An issues Approach 3 q.h.
CHM 1011 Chemical Principles 1 3 q.h.
CHM 2105 Chemistry and the Environment 3 q.h.
ESC 1525 Energy for Today and Tomorrow 3 q.h.
ESC 1121 Introduction to Meteorology and Weather Forecasting 3 q.h.
ESC 1123 Observational Astronomy 3 q.h.
PHY 2301 Physics 1 3 q.h.


Historical Perspectives (3 q.h.)

HST History Elective 3 q.h.

Suggested courses:

 
HST 1001 Civilization of the Ancient & Medieval Worlds 3 q.h.
HST 1002 Civilization of the Early Modern World 3 q.h.
HST 1003 Civilization of the Modern World 3 q.h.
HST 3213 Contemporary America 3 q.h.
HST 2205 Coming to America: The American Immigrant Experience
 3 q.h.

 

Total Core Curriculum: 30 q.h.


*Lowell Institute School degree requirements vary.
See curriculum pages for more information.

Curriculum

Core Curriculum* (30 q.h.)

We require all bachelor's degree students to complete required core curriculum, allowing you to gain insight into disciplines other than your field of study.

Associate-Level Course Requirements (36 q.h.)

Complete all of the following courses:

ACC 1001 Financial Accounting 1 3 q.h.
ACC 2202 Financial Accounting 2 3 q.h.
ACC 1403 Managerial Accounting    3 q.h.
FIN 2801 Principles of Finance 3 q.h.
BLW 1001 Business Law 1 3 q.h.
HRM 2101 Organizational Behavior 3 q.h.
MGT 1001 Dynamics of Business 1 3 q.h.
MGT 1002 Dynamics of Business 2 3 q.h.
MGT 1503 Managing in a Diverse and Changing World 3 q.h.
MKT 1001 Principles of Marketing 3 q.h.
PSY 1010 Introduction to Psychology: Fundamental Issues 3 q.h.

  Complete one of the following courses:

HRM 2010 Human Resources Management 3 q.h.
OPM 1130 Basics of Supply Chain Management 3 q.h.
MGT 2658 Today's Management Issues 3 q.h.
MKT 2325 Consumer Behavior 3 q.h.

Bachelor's Degree Courses (71 q.h.)

Complete all of the following courses:

ECN 1001 Principles of Macroeconomics 4 q.h.
ECN 1002 Principles of Microeconomics 4 q.h.
ECN 2001 Statistics 1 3 q.h.
ECN 2002 Statistics 2 3 q.h.

Complete one of the following courses:

CMN 1102 Interpersonal and Group Communication 3 q.h.
CMN 1010 Organizational Communication 3 q.h.
CMN 2051 Professional Speaking 3 q.h.
CMN 4170 Meeting Dynamics and Communication 3 q.h.

Complete all of the following courses:

ENG 3003 Writing for the Professions 1 3 q.h.
ENG 3004 Writing for the Professions 2 3 q.h.

 Complete all of the following electives:

HST History Elective 3 q.h.
ITC Information Technology Elective ** 3 q.h.
PSY Psychology Elective 3 q.h.

Complete six credits from any of the following prefixes:

ECN, POL, LDR, PSY, SOC 6 q.h.

Complete six of the following courses:

BLW 3304 Employment Law 3 q.h.
CMN 2154 Negotiation Skills 3 q.h.
CMN 2051 Professional Speaking 3 q.h.
CMN 2050 Advanced Organizational Communication 3 q.h.
LDR 1201 Assessing Your Leadership Capability 3 q.h.
LDR 1202 Establishing the Framework: What is Leadership 3 q.h.
MGT 3020 Managing Change 3 q.h.

Complete all of the following courses:

MGT 2410  Project Management 3 q.h.
MGT 3446 International Business and Management 3 q.h.
MIS 3701 Information Systems for Management 3 q.h.
MGT 4750 Business Strategy 6 q.h.

Open Electives** (26 q.h.)


Total Quarter Hours: 163


*Math electives taken to fulfill core curriculum can not be met by taking either MTH 0101, MTH 2002, or MTH 2050 for the BS in Management.

**ITC and open electives can not be fulfilled by ITC 1001, ITC 1002, and ITC 2750 in the BS in Management.

Admissions Requirements

Below are the official Admissions Requirements for this program.

  • Online application
  • Academic transcripts: submit one of the following
    • Official high school degree
    • Official GED
    • Official associate degree showing degree conferral and date
  • Transfer credit documentation: should be submitted with your application material
    • Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
      • Official U.S. transcripts: if you applied previously earned credit toward your earned associate degree, you must request transcripts from each institution you attended.
      • Official foreign transcripts: must include English translation. We encourage you to submit a course-by-course evaluation of your diploma(s) and transcript(s)
    • College-level examinations: official examination score(s)
    • Military evaluation
  • Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language: English language proficiency guidelines

For general admissions information and recommended admissions deadlines, Undergraduate Admissions.

All requirements must be received prior to review.

Tuition

Estimated total tuition for this program is $52,975.00.

Tuition for individual courses is based on the number of quarter hours. Most courses are 3-6 quarter hours. See Undergraduate Tuition Rates for details.

Use our Tuition Calculator below to see if transfer credit or tuition reimbursement from your employer could reduce your total tuition.

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Please note: The estimated total tuition is based on tuition rates for Academic Year 2011-12 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time.

Student Profile

Who Will Your Classmates Be?

Simply put, this bachelor's degree program is for students who wish to assume or move into a management position. A degree in management is universally applicable, and the skills you acquire can be applied in any number of organizations.

Given the expansiveness of the field, job titles can vary greatly. However, graduates are equipped to consider careers such as managers, supervisors, team leaders, and project managers.

Careers to consider include:

  • Management Analyst
  • Budget Analyst
  • Cost Estimator
  • Economist
  • Market and Survey Researcher
  • Operations Research Analyst

Career Outlook

Put Your Degree to Work

Given organizations’ continuous need for qualified managers, those with bachelor’s degrees in management are well positioned to obtain a supervisory or mid-level management position. Specific job prospects, however, are highly contingent upon the industry that you choose to enter.


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Upcoming Academic Term Dates
  • Spring Term
    April 9, 2012 (6- & 12-week classes)
    May 21, 2012 (6-week classes)
  • Summer Term
    July 2, 2012 (8-, 6-, and 4- week classes)
    July 30, 2012 (4-week classes) 

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