Idaho State University is expanding access to career-focused higher education by launching three accelerated Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree programs designed to help students enter Idaho’s workforce sooner.
Idaho State University is the first public institution in Idaho to offer a three-year bachelor's degree option. These programs save students time and money by accelerating their time to career entry while maintaining strong connections to employers across the region.
The new degree offerings include BAS in Law Enforcement Management and Leadership, BAS in Applied Business and Professional Sales, and BAS in Intelligent and Trustworthy Digital Systems.
“These three new degree pathways will allow students to earn a bachelor’s degree while accelerating their entry into the workforce,” said Jerry Anhorn, dean of the Idaho State University College of Technology. “These degrees create greater opportunities for career advancement and help students move more quickly into meaningful employment.”
The programs were developed in collaboration with industry partners to address workforce challenges impacting Idaho. By combining technical education with leadership, communication, and applied management skills, the degrees are designed to prepare graduates for advancement opportunities in high-demand industries.
The BAS in Law Enforcement Management and Leadership responds to increasing demand for qualified public safety leaders across Idaho. The program focuses on leadership development, strategic communication, and applied management skills designed to prepare students for supervisory and administrative roles within law enforcement agencies and related public service organizations.
The BAS in Applied Business and Professional Sales was created to support growing workforce needs in business development, client relations, and professional sales. The program prepares students for careers in business-to-business environments by emphasizing communication, negotiation, leadership, and customer engagement strategies relevant to today’s evolving marketplace.
The BAS in Intelligent and Trustworthy Digital Systems addresses the growing need for professionals with expertise in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and digital systems management. Students will develop skills in building and managing secure, reliable, and trustworthy systems that support modern industrial and organizational operations.
The new BAS degrees continue Idaho State University’s commitment to workforce development, applied learning, and creating educational opportunities aligned with Idaho’s economic and industry priorities.
For more information about Idaho State University’s Bachelor of Applied Science degree programs, visit Idaho State University College of Technology.