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Online Associate of Applied Science in Management

Total Credit Hours

60

Cost Per Credit Hour

$260

Application Deadline: December 23, 2024

Spring 1 2025 classes start on January 13, 2025

Fast-Track Your Path to Management

The online Associate of Applied Science in Management from LSU Eunice prepares you for entry-level managerial positions. This 2-year degree integrates theory with practical application to help you develop the communication and decision-making skills that are crucial for flourishing in any leadership role. In the program, you’ll also learn the skills to earn industry-recognized credentials like Microsoft Office Specialist or TestOut Office Pro Certification and gain a competitive edge in the job market.

This degree also offers an optional concentration in Administrative Management, enabling you to integrate various business courses into a comprehensive program that meets the demands of today's business world. 

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Earn Industry Certifications

Students in this program will learn the knowledge needed to earn certifications like Microsoft Office Specialist or TestOut Office Pro.

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Internships Encouraged

Students are encouraged to gain practical skills and hands-on experience through internships.

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Diverse Career Options

This degree opens doors to careers in a wide range of business and managerial settings.

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Save Time & Money

Students may be able to receive credit toward their degree using certifications and previous college credits, saving them time and money.

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Our Management program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with practical skills for today's business world. Our faculty members bring real-world experience from their successful careers in various industries, providing students with valuable insights. This blend of academic rigor and industry expertise prepares graduates to excel in dynamic business environments.

Nikki May
Chair of Business and Technology and Assistant Professor

Explore This Program

Cost

Total credit hours per program: 60 credit hours

Cost per credit hour: $260

Total cost with fees and maximum amount of credits allowed to transfer into the program: $3,900

Total cost with fees: $15,600

The final cost of this program will be determined once all transfer credits are evaluated. Transfer credits may apply for up to 75% of degree requirements. Your academic advisor will work with you to determine if and how any prior college credits earned will apply toward your LSUE degree. 

For further information about the approval for transfer credits and other requirements, please visit this site.

The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.

Course Listings

The online Associate of Applied Science in Management requires 60 credits to earn your degree.

Your personal credit requirements could be less depending on transferable credits and credit received for certifications.

Courses

General Education Credit Hours
ENGL 1001 English Composition 3
HIST 1001 Western Civilization to 1500 3
Natural Science  3
MATH 1015 Applied College Algebra  3
ENGL 1002 English Composition  3
CMST 1061 Fundamentals of Communication OR CMST 2010 Interpersonal Communication  3
ECON 2000 Principles of Microeconomics  3
Total Required Credit Hours 21

Major Core Requirements Credit Hours
BADM 1001 Introduction to Business  3
MATH 1425 Elementary Statistics  3
ACCT 2001 Intro to Financial Accounting  3
ACCT 2101 Intro to Managerial Accounting  3
BAS 2300 Business Correspondence OR ENGL 2002 Business Writing  3
ISDS 2100 Microcomputer Applications in Business  3
MGMT 2999 Principles of Management  3
MKTG 2999 Principles of Marketing  3
Total Required Credit Hours 24

Administrative Management Concentration/Electives* Credit Hours
BADM 2001 Business Law 
15

BAS 1100 Introduction to Excel
BADM 2050 Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
MGMT 2251 Supervision
MGMT 2260 Human Resources Management
HCM 2601 Fundamentals of Healthcare Management
FIN 2030 Money and Banking
Total Required Credit Hours 15

*Students wishing to complete the Administrative Management Concentration must take BADM 2001 and 4 other courses from the list above. Students not wishing to do a concentration can take any 5 courses from the list above.

Admission Requirements

Requirements for Freshmen

Applicants for admission to the freshman class are normally required to submit scores on the American College Test (ACT) in order to be placed at the appropriate levels in freshman courses, for counseling, and for selection of scholarship recipients. 

Graduates of state-approved high schools or those who hold a G.E.D or HiSET and have not attended another college or university will be considered for admission when they have made an application.

Louisiana residents who are not graduates of state-approved high schools and have not attended another college or university may apply for admission by submitting their G.E.D. or HiSET transcript.

Louisiana residents who have graduated from a high school not approved by the State Department of Education or who do not have a G.E.D. or HiSET can be admitted under the Ability to Benefit provision.

Requirements for Transfer Students

Applicants must have satisfactory records in other colleges and universities to apply for admission. 

Louisiana residents who have attempted fewer than 12 hours of college credit will be considered on the same basis as a student who earns a similar record at LSU Eunice.

All transfer students must be eligible to re-enroll at the last college or university last attended.

For additional information on admission requirements, please visit LSUE's Admission Portal

Career Opportunities

This degree equips you for a range of career opportunities, with some of the most popular roles being:

  • Human Resource Manager
  • Project Manager
  • Sales Manager
  • Business Analyst
  • Project Coordinator
  • Operations Manager

Accreditation

The online Associate of Applied Science in Management is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).  

What Will I Learn?

This online management program equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in entry-level management positions. 

Graduates of this program will be able to do the following: 

  • Demonstrate the ability to analyze and utilize accounting information, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and budget reports, to make informed and effective business decisions.
  • Demonstrate the utilization of basic business software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, to effectively create, analyze, organize, and present information in a professional manner.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of general management principles, such as the Division of Work, by learning to implement strategies that divide tasks and responsibilities among team members to improve productivity; and teamwork, by collaborating with peers to achieve common goals and promote an inclusive team environment.
  • Demonstrate general marketing principles by identifying and analyzing customer preferences to develop products and services that meet customer needs; recognize appropriate target audiences based upon various factors that maximize marketing efforts; and evaluate the effectiveness of marketing campaigns using analytics to enhance resource allocation. 

Why choose the online Associate of Applied Science in Management from LSU Eunice?

The online Associate of Applied Science in Management program sets you up for success with a focus on flexibility, affordability, and industry-ready skills. Master core business principles in accounting, economics, and more. You can also tailor your degree to specific career goals with a concentration in Administrative Management. In this program, you’ll learn the skills to earn industry certifications, like the TestOut Office Pro Certification.

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