Bachelor of Professional Studies
Program overview
Designed for transfer and degree completion students, the Bachelor of Professional Studies (BPS) is a flexible, career-focused degree for students with a strong interest in professional management career pathways that lead to high-demand careers. Because of its unique design, students gain a foundation in workplace skills and select a minor based on their career plans to complete the bachelor's degree.
The BPS program emphasizes applied learning and career preparation. Students learn from experienced faculty who bring academic expertise and real-world professional experience into the classroom. Through courses focused on communication, leadership, professionalism, teamwork, conflict management, ethics, and problem-solving, students develop the skills employers consistently rank among the most important for workplace success.
The curriculum is directly aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies, ensuring that graduates build the communication, critical thinking, leadership, and professionalism skills needed to succeed in today’s dynamic workforce.
Recommended minors from the School of Professional Studies include project management, health sciences, cybersecurity, forensic sciences, nutrition, criminal justice, information technology, professional performance, but students can work with their advisors to consider additional options.
The undergraduate program is supported by the Johnson County Education Research Triangle (JCERT).
Career outlook
The goal of the Bachelor of Professional Studies program is to prepare students with foundational and relevant business skills and give them the opportunity to complete a minor in a specific area of interest. This flexibility allows students to pursue a variety of professional paths and management opportunities after graduation. Virtually every industry needs talented managers to oversee important functions within their businesses.
While there are a variety of career paths open to students with this degree, according to Lightcast reports, occupations in professional management across industries require common strengths: communications, leadership, management, planning, and problem-solving.
Professional studies career statistics
Snapshot of job growth and availability in positions related to Bachelor of Professional Studies.
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*Source: Lightcast. The data provided are not specific to the KU program, nor is there a guarantee of obtaining this position or salary.
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