Elevate Your Skills!

New! Program options are increasing, we now offer both full and part time schedules are available.

  • Start in summer (or earlier): Take 10 credits per quarter as a part-time student (fully online)
  • Start in fall (or earlier): Take 15 credits per quarter as a full-time student (campus based and online)

The BAS-OLTM program is a career-focused applied science degree designed to equip graduates for leadership, management, and supervisory positions across private, public, and nonprofit sectors. Created specifically for working adults, this program welcomes individuals with diverse professional technical associate degrees and varied work experiences and career aspirations.

Through our comprehensive curriculum, students will develop the essential skills and knowledge needed to lead and manage effectively. Key areas of study include behavioral and leadership theory, professional communication, project management, workplace and environmental safety, conflict resolution, decision-making theories, change management, ethics, and diversity. LCC's BAS-OLTM program empowers students to excel in their careers and make a meaningful impact in their organizations.

Apply Today!

If you have not attended Lower Columbia College within the past two (2) years, please apply now.

BAS OLTM Application will be opening soon! 

Program Details

Discover the flexibility of our BAS-OLTM program! Choose a hybrid format that combines in-person classes with online courses, or dive into our completely online option. Whichever path you choose, our program is designed to fit your lifestyle, ensuring you have the freedom to learn in a way that works best for you. Embrace the opportunity to balance your education with your commitments—your future starts here!

Part-time 

  • Classes begin in July  
  • Part-time program will consist of all online classes with some flexibility.
  • Part -time students will complete 10 credits each term (summers required)

Full-time 

  • Classes begin in September 
  • Hybrid classes are offered Tuesday evenings. Hybrid course schedules remains consistent throughout the program, with some flexibility.
  • Hybrid course schedule remains consistent throughout the program
  • Full-time students will complete between 15 credits per quarter
  • Fall, winter, and spring term schedules (summers optional)

Getting Started

If you have further questions about LCC's BAS-OLTM program, see the BAS-OLTM Frequently Asked Questions.


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Contact Us

 Tamra Gilchrist/ Dean of Instruction

 tgilchrist@lowercolumbia.edu

 360.442.2621

 Stacie Johnson/ Career Pathways Advisor - BAS programs and Education

 sjohnson@lowercolumbia.edu 

 360.353.7800

 Kathryn Harlan, Faculty Advisor

 kharlan@lowercolumbia.edu

 360.442.2626

 Kalisha Harris/ Administrative Assistant

 klharris@lowercolumbia.edu

 360.442.2650