Online B.A.S. in Public Management

Program Highlights

Focused on crucial skills like crisis management, public policy, ethical leadership, and emergency response planning, the program offers flexible scheduling and online courses for working professionals. It aims to empower first responders to effectively lead and manage in demanding environments, thereby improving public safety and community welfare.

In-State Tuition for All: All online students pay in-state tuition, no matter where you live.
Fully Online: All courses are 100% online, making them accessible from anywhere in Mississippi and beyond.

Respected Degree from an Accredited University: Earn your bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University, a nationally recognized research institution and leader in online education.
Flexible Schedule: Courses are delivered asynchronously to accommodate work and life schedules.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are well-prepared for leadership and managerial roles within emergency services, law enforcement, fire services, and other public sector agencies. The program equips first responders with the strategic management and leadership skills necessary to ascend to supervisory and executive positions, such as:

Emergency Services Manager
Emergency Preparedness Coordinator
Disaster Recovery Planner

Public Safety Director
Policy Analyst
Public Administrator

Degree Requirements

To graduate with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Public Management, students must complete the following:

Must pass a minimum of 120 applicable hours.
- 60 hours must be earned at an accredited four-year university.
- 30 hours of upper-level (3000/4000) credits must be earned at MSU.
- The final 30 hours must be earned at MSU.
- Up to 60 hours transferred from an accredited community college may apply toward the degree, with a maximum of 45 hours allowed for technical credit.
Must meet GPA requirements:
- 2.00 GPA on all MSU course work attempted.
- 2.00 GPA on all course work attempted.

Curriculum

Transfer Credit

Up to 60 credit hours may be transferred from an accredited community college, with a maximum of 45 hours allowed for technical credit.
Students may transfer up to 86 credit hours from an accredited four-year university.
For students with a combination of credits from both types of institutions, MSU will accept up to 86 hours in total, but only 60 community college hours will be counted.
Half of the program's total credit hours (60 hours) must be completed at an accredited four-year university.
Upon admission to the university, the Registrar’s Office will assess and evaluate transfer credits to determine their applicability to MSU's requirements.

Commonly Asked Questions

Will the diploma say it was earned online?

No, diplomas from Mississippi State University do not show whether the requirements were met through online or in-person courses

What Associate of Applied Science degrees are eligible to apply for this program?

Eligible degrees include Associate of Applied Science from accredited community colleges in fields such as:

Emergency Management
Fire Science
Law and Public Safety
Public Management Technology
other related disciplines

Admissions – B.A.S. in Public Management

Ready to advance your education with a flexible, fully online Bachelor's degree in Public Management? Follow the steps below to apply for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Public Management at Mississippi State University.

Academic Advising

Advising is an essential part of your success in the B.A.S. in Public Management program. Whether you're just getting started or preparing to graduate, your dedicated academic advisor is here to guide you every step of the way.

Dr. Kali Dunlap

College of Professional and Continuing Studies

Faculty & Advisor

k.dunlap@msstate.edu

662-325-8029

Meet Your Academic Advisor

Dr. Kali Dunlap provides personalized advising for all students in the BAS-PM program. From choosing the right courses to planning your path to graduation, she’s here to support you throughout your academic journey.

Advising Guidelines

Upon university admission, reach out to your advisor to determine the appropriate courses.
Your advisor will email course recommendations to your MSU email account two months before the upcoming semester.
Mississippi State University relies on email as its official means of communication for all MSU students.
Check your MSU email daily for important updates. Find instructions for setting up your MSU online on the student services website.

Program Reminders

Ensure to consult with your advisor if you intend to deviate from the program.
If you opt for courses outside your recommended program of study, there is a risk that the classes will not count toward the degree.
A student may not receive a BAS degree if the student already has a bachelor’s degree.

Contact Us

Dr. Kali Dunlap

College of Professional and Continuing Studies

Faculty & Advisor

k.dunlap@msstate.edu

662-325-8029

Lily Hudson

Outreach Coordinator

lily.hudson@msstate.edu

662-325-1559

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