Program Overview
The Bachelor of Applied Management (BAMgt) is a two-year program designed for individuals with non-business diplomas or certificates who seek to advance their careers in management. The program equips students with essential knowledge and skills in accountancy, human resource management, leadership, and business analytics, preparing them for leadership roles in various sectors. Delivered through a flexible format with online and in-person options, the BAMgt program empowers students to enhance their existing education and experience, leading to career advancement opportunities.
Program Outline
Bachelor of Applied Management (BAMgt)
Degree Overview:
The Bachelor of Applied Management (BAMgt) is a program designed for journeypersons and non-business diploma and certificate graduates who want to leverage their existing education and experience into a bachelor's degree. The program takes two years of additional study, which can be completed either full-time or part-time. The BAMgt program aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in management and leadership roles in various sectors. This includes developing expertise in accountancy, human resource management, business communications, strategic management, leadership development, business analytics, finance, change management, risk management, commercial law, and economics.
Outline:
The BAMgt program is structured as follows:
Year 1
Semester 4 (Bridging):
- ACCT 201 Accounting
- COM 200 Business Communications
- MATH 204 Business Mathematics
- MGMT 213 Introduction to Management
Semester 5:
- ACCT 300 Accounting for Managers
- ADMN 303 Organizational Behaviour
- BCOM 300 Professional Writing and Presentations
- LEAD 302 Leadership Fundamentals
- MKTG 300 Marketing
Year 2
Semester 6:
- ECON 400 Micro and Macro Economics
- HR 300 Human Resource Management
- LAW 301 Law and Ethics
- LEAD 303 Contemporary Leadership
Semester 7:
- ANLT 400 Business Analytics
- COM 400 Building a Digital Communication Strategy
- FIN 400 Finance
- MGMT 407 Cross-Cultural Management
Semester 8:
- ADMN 400 Entrepreneurship
- MGMT 404 Managing Change
- MGMT 405 Strategic Business Management
- MGMT 406 Risk Management
- PROJ 403 Leading Projects
Assessment:
The BAMgt program uses a variety of assessment methods, including:
- Assignments
- Case studies
- Exams
- Presentations
- Projects The program also adheres to Saskatchewan Polytechnic's academic regulations and policies.
Teaching:
The BAMgt program is taught by experienced faculty with expertise in their respective fields. The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Group work
- Case studies
- Field trips The program also utilizes online learning platforms to provide students with flexibility and access to resources.
Careers:
Graduates of the BAMgt program are prepared for a variety of management and leadership roles in various sectors, including:
- Health care
- Construction
- Utilities
- Automotive services
- Agriculture
- Mining
- Manufacturing
- Restaurant and food
- Recreation and tourism
- Early childhood education
Other:
- The BAMgt program is offered with the written authorization of the Minister of Advanced Education.
- Students can attend the program from anywhere in Canada with a computer, webcam, and a stable internet connection.
- The program offers the flexibility of attending classes in-person or via Zoom in the evenings.
- Some students may need to start with Semester 4 courses based on their academic background.
- Students who are journeypersons or have less than 60 credit units need to complete Semester 4 courses.
