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Core Courses
BMGT 301Dynamics of Group Behavior3
BMGT 302Adult Development and Learning Assessment3
BMGT 303Introduction to Research Methodology2
BMGT 304Organizational Analysis3
BMGT 306The Bible and Business Ethics3
BMGT 307Managerial Communication2
BMGT 401Directed Study: Applied Research Project I3
BMGT 402Directed Study: Applied Research Project II3
BMGT 408Introduction to Data Analysis and Presentation3
BMGT 409Cultural Influences in the Workplace3
BMGT 410Principles of Management and Supervision3
BMGT 411A Christian Worldview and the Professions3
BMGT 412Integrating Managerial Principles with Practice2
BMGT 413Leadership and Change3
Total 39 units

Portfolio Requirement

During an Adult and Professional Studies Program, all students must create a portfolio that summarizes the learning acquired from academic, personal, and professional experiences. Students receive materials on developing the portfolio before classes begin. Program representatives and assessment counselors assist students in completing this portion of the program.

The portfolio serves several purposes:

  1. Provides a means by which students may petition for life-learning credit applicable to their degree.
  2. Assesses extracollegiate learning.
  3. Determines the progress of the student's career and personal development.
  4. Provides a vehicle to explore growth patterns and formulate future academic and career plans using this knowledge.

The portfolio consists of five sections:

  • Section 1: Autobiography
  • Section 2: Transcripts and A.C.E./military documents
  • Section 3: Résumé
  • Section 4: Professional/technical experience and continuing education
  • Section 5: Experiential learning essays

Since it is an integral part of the course work, all students must complete the portfolio. Students must write at least two experiential-learning essays. This is mandatory regardless of the number of transcript credits accumulated prior to beginning the program. Essays are used to determine the significance of the learning experiences. Documentation is required to verify the experiences described in the essays.

Letter grades are not assigned to prior learning credit earned through the portfolio. They appear on the APU transcript as "CR" for credit received. Students may earn a maximum of 30 units through portfolio assessment. Credit awards may differ among individuals.

Concurrent Project

All Adult and Professional Studies programs deliver practical, relevant skills through more than traditional course work. Each student participates in a major project throughout the program which applies theory and knowledge to real-world situations.

Students in the Organizational Leadership Program design, conduct, and report on an applied research project that will have some impact on an organization. During the course of completing the project, students learn problem-solving techniques, data analysis, and presentation skills.

The primary instructor and a full-time faculty member evaluate projects. This thoughtful assessment provides the student with helpful feedback and ensures consistent high quality.

Transfer Work Accreditation

Azusa Pacific University will accept credit for equivalent courses from schools accredited by regional agencies recognized by Council for Higher Education Administration (CHEA).

Correspondence Course Credit

A maximum of nine semester units of correspondence credit may be applied toward an Azusa Pacific University degree. Students must receive prior approval from the CAPS Office of the Registrar.

Graduate Courses Taken by Undergraduate Students

An undergraduate student may enroll in a graduate course only if:

  • The student is a senior with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • The department chair of the student's major approves.
  • The request is submitted with the form provided by the Office of the Undergraduate Registrar.

A qualified undergraduate student is not limited in the number of graduate courses that they may take.

Graduate courses taken by an undergraduate student may not apply toward an APU graduate degree unless the grade received in the graduate course is 3.0 or higher. No more than eight graduate units earned as an undergraduate student may be counted toward an APU graduate degree. Some departments may allow fewer units to be counted. A student who will be applying to an APU graduate program should obtain information from the appropriate department before taking graduate courses.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units are in this program?
The program requires 39 semester units. A total minimum of 126 units are required for graduation with the B.S. degree.

How many hours does each class session require for the traditional program?
Each class requires that students meet for four hours, from 6-10 p.m., once a week.

How often do I need to be online for the online program?
You must be online sufficiently throughout each week to participate in threaded discussions and to complete all assignments by their designated deadlines. However, there is no prescribed amount of time that you will be required to be online because assignments and their deadlines will vary throughout each five-week course.

How many cohorts have completed this program?
More than 90 cohorts of adult students have successfully completed the traditional BSOL Program, with new groups forming continually. The first cohort of the online program began summer 2007.

Are scholarships available?
Several types of financial aid are available. The resources range from federal loans and state grants, to fellowships and scholarships. For details about financial aid programs, please contact Office of Student Financial Services in the Center for Adult and Professional Studies at (626) 815-5301.

How soon can I finish this program?
This program can be completed in 15 months.

What is the cost per unit?
Current tuition is $505 per unit for the 2009-10 academic year. Accelerated degree programs also incur additional fees: Prior Learning Assessment Credit ($30 per unit), Portfolio Advisement ($100), and Project Advisement ($485).

Whom do I contact if I have more questions?
Accelerated degree programs include requirements, procedures, and policies unique to the university's more traditional programs. For expert information on your accelerated degree, please call the Center for Adult and Professional Studies at (626) 815-5301.

Note: This information is current for the 2009-10 academic year; however, all stated academic information is subject to change. Please refer to the current Academic Catalog for the most current and controlling information. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.