Applied Management

Business and Hospitality
Award
Associate of Applied Science
Credits
60
Locations
Online
Entry
Fall, Spring, Summer
Time to Complete
24 Months
Female business woman in a meeting room

Lead the way with a degree in applied management. Ready to take the next step in your career? Our Applied Management program is designed to turn your ambition into a leadership role. This 100% online program gives you the flexibility to learn on your own schedule while you gain a rock-solid foundation in accounting, marketing, economics and business management. You won't just learn the theories; you will develop the practical ability to lead diverse teams and navigate the complexities of the modern workplace.

Beyond the virtual classroom, you have the chance to sharpen your competitive edge. You can build your leadership skills by joining Business Professionals of America (BPA), an organization where our students consistently excel in regional and national competitions. Whether you are aiming to become an entry-level manager or a specialized supervisor, you will graduate with the confidence and the credentials to make an immediate impact.

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Paying for the Program

Tuition and Fees

$14,360*

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees

$16,520*
* Approximate cost. Amount reflects the estimated tuition and student fees based on rates at the time of publication. These rates do not include additional expenses (books, tools, supplies, living expenses, licensures, remedial or pre-requisite coursework or partnership tuition and fees, etc.) related to your NICC education. Rates are subject to change.

Financial Aid & Tuition Assistance

There are many options available for tuition savings. Credit programs may have opportunities for Financial Aid eligibility, while non-credit programs have separate tuition savings available on a per-program basis.

NICC Scholarship Eligible

Any student enrolled in this program is eligible for NICC scholarships. The NICC Foundation offers a wide range of scholarship award amounts and all students are encouraged to apply.

Vo-Tech Grant Eligible

This scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific career/technical programs. It provides a maximum award of $1,000 per year for up to two years. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

Learn more about Financial Aid.

Career Outlook

Enrollment Process

  1. Apply for admission.
  2. Submit official high school, high school equivalency and/or college transcripts to the Admissions Office of the campus you plan to attend.
  3. Complete ACCUPLACER® reading and writing assessment and ALEKS® math assessment for course placement. Assessments may be waived based on previous college coursework or submission of valid ACT®, or SAT® test scores. Reading and writing scores are valid for three years, and math scores are valid for two years. 

Program Information

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Additional Information

BPA (Business Professionals of America)

Business Professionals of America is a student organization that prepares students for the business workforce through the advancement of leadership, citizenship, academic, and technological skills.

Calmar NICC BPA Advisors:

Peosta/Dubuque NICC BPA Advisors:

Transfer Information

The Applied Management program maintains formal articulation agreements with the institutions listed below. Students are encouraged to speak with their transfer college or university to verify that their planned courses at NICC will meet necessary requirements. Learn more about transferring from NICC.

Program Contacts

Ken Brown
Ken Brown
Business Instructor
  • brownke@nicc.edu
  • 563.562.3263, ext. 2301
  • Peosta
Jacob Gantenbein
Business Instructor
  • gantenbeinj@nicc.edu
  • 563.562.3263, ext. 2370
  • Peosta
Melissa Stewart
Melissa Stewart, MBA
Business Instructor
  • stewartme@nicc.edu
  • 563.562.3263, ext. 1277
  • Calmar
Brent Beyer
Business Instructor
  • beyerb10232@nicc.edu
  • 563.562.3263, ext. 1471
  • Calmar