About
Bates Technical College’s Applied Business Management program is offered at the college’s Central Campus in Tacoma, Washington. It prepares students to plan, organize, direct, and manage business or organizational functions, with coursework supporting fields such as human resources and an entrepreneurship track for small-business development. The program leads to an Applied Business Management Associate in Applied Science Transfer degree. Courses emphasize applied, hands-on, project-based learning and progress from foundational study into specialization. Delivery is primarily hybrid, combining onsite and online coursework with in-person sessions, and the AAS-T pathway runs for six quarters. The curriculum includes a technical core, specialization tracks, and general education requirements, with embedded Certificates of Competency in Entrepreneurship and Human Resources.
At a glance
- Format: Hybrid
- Financial aid: available (per the school's page)
- Scholarships: available (per the school's page)
Organization
Bates Technical College - Downtown Campus
Bates Technical College is a career-focused institution in Tacoma, Washington, with pathways spanning healthcare, public safety, business, advanced manufacturing, and technology. Dreambound-listed fields include Certified Nursing Assistant, Practical Nurse, Dental Assisting, Phlebotomy, HVAC, and Welding, among others. Its programs combine technical and theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience, and several pathways use workplace-style labs or industry-relevant tools. Advanced Manufacturing covers precision tooling, machining, and CNC equipment, while Health Sciences includes direct and indirect patient-care occupations. Business and Communication supports professional, entrepreneurial, and digital work, and Education and Public Safety includes early childhood education, fire service, and public safety administration. The college also offers Hospitality training through Culinary Arts and STEM programs focused on information technology, robotics, mechatronics, electronics, and engineering. Career pathways are organized around exploration of occupational fields and preparation for entry-level positions.