Applied Management is an Associate Degree program (100% Online) offered by Graduate America in Addison, TX. The program takes 60 semester credit hours — 9 to 12 months full time, 18 to 24 months part time to complete, with a total tuition of $16,000.
Program Overview
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Applied Management is a 60-credit online degree program. The AAS in Applied Management prepares students for entry-level supervisory and mid-level management roles across business, healthcare, logistics, and technology environments. Students develop leadership, communication, financial literacy, problem solving, and operational decision-making skills, with emphasis on management tools, digital workflows, and structured business practices applied to real workplace settings.
The program combines business fundamentals with practical management skills through case studies, simulations, and a capstone project.
Competencies. Graduates are able to apply management principles to operational and organizational challenges, communicate effectively in workplace environments, use financial information to support decisions, lead teams to accomplish business objectives, demonstrate ethical and legal awareness in business settings, and use digital tools, automation, and AI-supported workflows to improve productivity.
VA benefits. This program is not currently approved for VA educational benefits.
What sets this Program apart
Built for working adults. 100 percent online, 9 to 12 months full time or 18 to 24 months part time, with credit for prior learning reviewed individually.
Applied, not theoretical. Instruction is evaluated through exams and written assignments, case studies and applied projects, team-based simulations and a final capstone evaluation (GA113).
Career services from day 1. We don't wait until graduation to help you job-hunt. Resume building, mock interviews, and employer introductions start immediately.
Admission Requirements and Process
Admission requires a high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential and completion of the Graduate America admissions process. Credit for prior learning may be awarded based on documented coursework or internal evaluation; it is not guaranteed and is reviewed individually.
General admissions policy. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age, provide proof of high school graduation, GED, or equivalent, and complete an enrollment agreement, with a valid government-issued photo ID, a diploma, transcript or GED certificate, a Social Security card (for financial aid applicants) and proof of residency.
Online enrollment. Online programs are open to residents of NC-SARA states; California residents may not enroll in online programs.
General Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalentProvide a high school diploma or recognized equivalency credential.
- Admissions processComplete the Graduate America admissions process.
- Minimum ageBe at least 17 years of age.
- Photo identificationProvide a valid government-issued photo ID.
- Prior learning (optional)Credit for prior learning may be awarded based on documented coursework or internal evaluation; it is not guaranteed and is reviewed individually.
Application Process
- 1Information sessionMeet with an admissions representative to learn about programs, career opportunities, and financial options.
- 2Submit your applicationComplete the enrollment application and provide required documentation.
- 3Entrance assessmentComplete any required entrance assessments for your program of interest.
- 4Financial planningMeet with a financial aid advisor to explore payment options, including federal financial aid, scholarships, and payment plans.
- 5Enrollment agreementReview and sign the enrollment agreement, which outlines program details, costs, and policies.
- 6OrientationAttend new student orientation before your program start date.
Program Schedule
Program length. 9 to 12 months full time / 18 to 24 months part time, 100 percent online (distance education).
Enrollment status. Students enrolled in twelve or more semester credit hours during an academic term are considered full-time; fewer than twelve semester credit hours is part-time.
Evaluation. Satisfactory academic progress is evaluated at the end of each academic term.
Required Courses
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Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
Attending an accredited school means its training has been reviewed against independent standards that protect students.
This school: Graduate America is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE), which lists Addison as an additional location of the Houston main campus. Addison is approved by the Texas Workforce Commission (S6523).
- A reliable indicator of educational quality
- Reviewed against independent standards
- Recognized by employers and licensing boards
Accreditations
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Tuition. Applied Management tuition is $16,000.00, and the maximum total cost is $16,000.00. Total tuition includes course materials, online platform access, and the capstone project.
Earlier pricing. The December 2025 PDF catalog priced the program at $275 per credit hour, a $500 per-term technology and resource fee and an estimated $1,200 in books and materials, approximately $17,000 in all. The current catalog's $16,000 all-in figure supersedes it.
Financial aid. Graduate America names the AAS among its Title IV programs on its financial aid page and includes it in its Net Price Calculator. Financial aid is available for those who qualify, including federal student loans, grants, and institutional payment plans.
Curriculum
60 semester credit hours. General Education Core: 15 SCH; Applied Management Core: 45 SCH, including the required capstone (GA113).
Two catalog versions. Semesters I and II are as listed in the current 2026-2027 catalog. That catalog summarises Semester III only as "applied management core and capstone coursework"; the eight Semester III courses below are from the December 2025 PDF catalog, which listed GA108 Project Management Essentials in Semester II where the current catalog has a general education elective.
Required Courses
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Career Outcomes
Roles. Graduates of the AAS in Applied Management pursue entry-level supervisory and mid-level management roles in business, healthcare, logistics, and technology, such as team lead, operations coordinator, office manager, or department supervisor.
Profile of graduates. Graduates demonstrate competency in business operations, team supervision, project coordination, budgeting, and professional communication, and apply ethical decision-making and data-informed problem solving in the workplace.
Career services. Resume development, interview preparation, job-search coaching, and employer connections are available to enrolled students and to graduates at no additional charge. Graduate America does not guarantee employment.
What to expect as a Graduate America student
Graduation requirements. Completion of 60 SCH with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0, at least 25 percent of credits earned at Graduate America, and successful completion of the GA113 Capstone.
Online participation. Students must complete weekly online assignments by posted deadlines; participation in discussion forums counts toward attendance; failure to log in for 14 consecutive days may result in administrative withdrawal.
Attendance. Students must attend all scheduled classes and participate in coursework, and maintain a minimum cumulative attendance rate of 80%. Students are responsible for all material covered during absences.
Online course components. Students must complete weekly online assignments by posted deadlines; participation in discussion forums counts toward attendance; failure to log in for 14 consecutive days may result in administrative withdrawal.
Grading. A is 90-100% (4.0), B 80-89% (3.0), C 70-79% (2.0), D 60-69% (1.0) and F below 60%. Additional designations are I (Incomplete, resolved within 30 days), W (Withdrawal), P (Pass) and TR (Transfer Credit). Honor Roll is a 3.5-3.74 GPA, Dean's List 3.75-3.99 and President's List 4.0.
Graduation. To graduate and receive a certificate, students complete all required clock hours, achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (C average), pass all required examinations and competency evaluations, complete all practical skill requirements, satisfy all financial obligations, complete exit counseling (for financial aid recipients), return all school property, and complete the graduation application. Certificate programs award a certificate of completion and official transcript.
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