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Do you have a passion for business and leadership? Consider Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Applied Management. This transfer-friendly program is offered both online and on campus and is ideal for students with an associate degree or at least 12 college credits. Here are three reasons to earn this degree:
As a student in this program, you explore functional topics in financial decision-making, marketing, innovation and project management. You also have the opportunity to study leadership skills as they relate to organizational behavior and change. Additionally, you learn what it means to be a servant leader that focuses on putting the needs of others first. As a result, this creates interdependency rather than dependency in organizations.
In Grand Canyon University’s applied management program, you have the chance to take courses in a variety of topics, which will provide you with a well-rounded education. Some of the many course topics include:
In GCU’s applied management program, you gain the skills to transform and improve business practices. You explore practical areas of business, including strategies to lead and manage change in today’s global economy. In addition, you examine innovative organizational development concepts, workplace behaviors, and human resources management.
In the end, a bachelor’s degree in applied management can prepare you for a wide variety of careers. Due to your knowledge and skills, you will be qualified to work in a variety of industries in a leadership role, managing projects, employees or a department. After completing the program, you will also be prepared to advance your education further if you decide to do so. GCU offers many different master’s degrees in business, such as the Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science in Leadership (MSL) and MBA/MSL dual degree. By choosing to earn a degree in applied management, the possibilities are endless!
Grand Canyon University’s Colangelo College of Business inspires students to be servant leaders with the business skills and values necessary to drive organizational success and positively impact society. To learn about GCU’s business degrees, visit our website or use the Request More Information button at the top of this page.
