Applied Management: Equity Leadership and Mentoring
Online Bachelor of Science Degree Completion
Become a leader in inclusivity.
Our communities, workplaces and schools are evolving, reflecting a wide range of races, ethnicities and identities. Employers need people who can educate and collaborate with diverse populations, as well as local, national and international businesses and government agencies. Our program builds on your associate degree, providing expertise in inclusivity and new opportunities for career advancement.
Credit hours required
40
(from NIU)
Application Deadlines
Term | Deadline |
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Fall | August 1 |
Spring | December 1 |
Summer | May 15 |

What Can I Do With a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Management from NIU?
With your knowledge of best practices in culturally sensitive education and topics such as social justice, you’ll bring a unique, valuable focus on equity and inclusion to your workplace.
Whether you’re leading or collaborating with a team, you’ll be prepared to help people and organizations adapt and thrive in our global economy/community.
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How to Apply
You can apply if you have an A.A.S. degree in an area related to the program, or an A.A. or A.S. degree and relevant professional experience.
You’ll need to meet general admission requirements for transfer students. There are no additional admission requirements for this program.
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Will My Credits Transfer?
NIU accepts transfer credit from regionally accredited institutions of higher education.
You can receive up to 30 hours of proficiency credit for your experience/education in the discipline in which you’re certified/licensed.
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We’ll send you details about our online B.S. in applied management.
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Our students are so inspiring and represent such a diversity of life experiences and backgrounds, and I learn from them every semester.
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Joe Woolford
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jwoolford@niu.edu
815-753-4215
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