Management Major (A.B.S.)

The Applied Bachelor of Science (A.B.S.) in Management is a comprehensive 90-credit, three-year program designed to develop students’ leadership capabilities, critical thinking, and professional competencies essential for today’s evolving business landscape. This applied program emphasizes practical learning, strategic decision-making, and problem-solving skills grounded in real-world business scenarios. The curriculum integrates core business principles with current industry practices and prepares students for a wide range of management roles across various sectors. Aligned with key competencies valued by employers, the program equips graduates with the analytical tools, organizational insight, and communication strategies necessary to lead teams, manage resources, and drive organizational success.

Degree Requirements

Minimum Credit Requirement: 90 credits
Minimum Residency Requirement: 30 credits must be taken at UNH
Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0 is required for conferral*
Core Curriculum Required: General Education Program

General Education Program Requirements

A minimum grade of D- is required in all General Education coursework. All General Education requirements must be taken prior to the capstone.

ENG 420The Writing Process4
COM 460Interpersonal Communication and Group Dynamics4
COM 480Visual Communication4
CRIT 501Introduction to Critical Inquiry4
MTH 402Math for Our World4
or MTH 504 Statistics
or MTH 510 Pre-Calculus
Knowledge of Human Behavior & Social Systems4
Knowledge of the Physical & Natural World4
Knowledge of Human Thought & Expression4
CRIT 602Advanced Critical Analysis and Strategic Thinking4
IDIS 601AInterdisciplinary Seminar: Being Happy4
or IDIS 601B Interdisciplinary Seminar: Business of Beer
or IDIS 601C Interdisciplinary Seminar: Paranormal Activities
Total Credits40

Writing Program Requirements

All bachelor's degree candidates are required to complete four writing intensive courses as part of the University Writing Program Requirements as follows:

The Writing Process
One Writing Intensive course in the Major
One Writing Intensive course at the 600-level or above
One Additional Writing Intensive Course

Writing Intensive courses are identified with the label "Writing Intensive Course" in the "Attributes" section of the course description and/or a W following the course number.

Major Requirements

Prerequisite: Must have completed an Associate Degree or equivalent in a related applied discipline aligning with Management applied discipline aligning with Management.

Prior to capstone enrollment, students are expected to complete all General Education program requirements. Students should consult with their advisor regarding specific major courses that may be completed with their capstone. Refer to the Degree Plan for a sample course sequence. Academic Advisor approval is required for registration to be processed.

A minimum grade of C- is required in all Major coursework.

Foundation Courses
CMPL 402Excel2
HRM 420Human Resource Management4
MGMT 410Principles of Management4
Intermediate Courses
ACCT 532Financial Accounting4
ACCT 533Managerial Accounting4
DAT 510Introduction to Data Analytics4
MKT 510Principles of Marketing4
Advanced Courses
APST 605APracticum Business & Technology4
COM 660WLeveraging AI in Workplace Communication4
FNC 665Financial Management4
LD 600Becoming an Effective Leader4
MGMT 625Legal and Ethical Issues in Business Management4
Integrative Capstone
APST 695AIntegrative Capstone4
Total Credits50

Sample Degree Plan

This sample degree plan serves as a general guide; students collaborate with their academic advisor to develop a personalized degree plan to meet their academic goals and program requirements.

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallCredits
ENG 420 The Writing Process 4
COM 460 Interpersonal Communication and Group Dynamics 4
COM 480 Visual Communication 4
CRIT 501 Introduction to Critical Inquiry 4
 Credits16
Spring
MTH 402
Math for Our World
or Statistics
or Pre-Calculus
4
ECO 470 Principles of Economics 4
Knowledge of Human Thought and Expression 4
Knowledge of the Physical and Natural World 4
 Credits16
Second Year
Fall
CRIT 602 Advanced Critical Analysis and Strategic Thinking 4
CMPL 402 Excel 2
IDIS 601A
Interdisciplinary Seminar: Being Happy
or Interdisciplinary Seminar: Business of Beer
or Interdisciplinary Seminar: Paranormal Activities
4
MGMT 410 Principles of Management 4
 Credits14
Spring
ACCT 532 Financial Accounting 4
ACCT 533 Managerial Accounting 4
APST 605A Practicum Business & Technology 4
LD 600 Becoming an Effective Leader 4
 Credits16
Third Year
Fall
HRM 420 Human Resource Management 4
MGMT 625 Legal and Ethical Issues in Business Management 4
MKT 510 Principles of Marketing 4
FNC 665 Financial Management 4
 Credits16
Spring
DAT 510 Introduction to Data Analytics 4
COM 660W Leveraging AI in Workplace Communication 4
APST 695A Integrative Capstone 4
 Credits12
 Total Credits90
Program Learning Outcomes
  • Apply core business principles to solve organizational challenges and support ethical decision-making across diverse industries.
  • Demonstrate leadership and communication skills that enhance team performance and organizational outcomes.
  • Incorporate ethical principles and social responsibility into business.
  • Assess personal and professional growth in relation to management competencies and career objectives.