UPI Study Colleges CrestPoint University Principles of Management
CrestPoint University Transfer Credit · Business 101

BUS-101 – Principles of Management at CrestPoint.

Earn this CrestPoint University equivalency through UPI Study's Principles of Management — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Principles of Management — transfers as BUS-101 – Principles of Management at CrestPoint University
Signed Articulation Agreement · May 2025
UPI Study × CrestPoint University
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Principles of Management
Business 101 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
CrestPoint University recognizes as
BUS-101 – Principles of Management
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: BUS-101
DEAC accredited since 2006 · Transcript sent directly to CrestPoint University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to CrestPoint
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of principles of management, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Master the core principles of management, focusing on the roles of managers and leaders, and clearly distinguishing between management and leadership competencies
  • Analyze the evolution of management theories, evaluating the enduring impacts of key theorists like Max Weber, Frederick Taylor, and Henri Fayol on modern practices
  • Acquire proficiency in understanding and managing organizational change, with a focus on identifying change catalysts and effectively applying change management models
  • Assess and align organizational structures with strategic objectives, understanding the dynamics of various organizational designs, including mechanistic and organic structures
  • Develop skills in fostering effective team dynamics and leadership, applying diverse theories and models to enhance team motivation, and resolving conflicts
📚Major topics covered
Management fundamentals & managerial roles Classical school of management theory Behavioral approaches to management Effective teamwork & modern management Managing organizational change Lewin's & Kotter's change models Organizational structure & design Mechanistic & organic structures Effective team dynamics & group development Leadership styles & theories Motivation theories & workforce engagement Workplace communication & conflict resolution Financial controls & budgeting Human resources management Strategic management & decision-making Production & total quality management International management & business ethics
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to CrestPoint University's registrar. CrestPoint applies the equivalency: BUS-101 – Principles of Management.

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Principles of Management — two ways to enroll.

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Tuition saved vs CrestPoint per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings estimate = credits × $325, CrestPoint's published undergraduate per-credit rate (crestpoint.edu/Tuition). CrestPoint accepts up to 72 general education transfer credits and requires a grade of C- or better. Credit awards are subject to CrestPoint's registrar review and policy.

Frequently asked questions

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📚 About Principles of Management
What is Principles of Management?
Principles of Management is a college-level business course covering core concepts in management, strategy, ethics, or operations. It is Business 101 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
What will I be able to do after this course?
You will be able to apply key business concepts to real-world situations, make more informed decisions in professional contexts, and demonstrate college-level competency in the subject area.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About BUS-101 – Principles of Management at CrestPoint
Does CrestPoint University accept Principles of Management as a direct equivalent to their BUS-101 – Principles of Management?
Yes. Under the published transfer agreement between UPI Study and CrestPoint University, UPI Study's Principles of Management is recognized as a direct named equivalent of CrestPoint's BUS-101 – Principles of Management — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Principles of Management as transferring as BUS-101 – Principles of Management — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your CrestPoint transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken BUS-101 – Principles of Management at CrestPoint or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for BUS-101 – Principles of Management, CrestPoint typically applies UPI Study's Principles of Management as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your CrestPoint advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking BUS-101 – Principles of Management directly at CrestPoint?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your CrestPoint degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while CrestPoint's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without CrestPoint enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at CrestPoint to reduce overall program time.
Does CrestPoint University ever change which courses they accept as BUS-101 – Principles of Management?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current published transfer agreement between UPI Study and CrestPoint University explicitly lists Principles of Management → BUS-101 – Principles of Management. We update this page whenever the agreement changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the agreement change.
🔄 About transferring to CrestPoint
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my CrestPoint degree?
CrestPoint University accepts up to 60% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 72 credits for the bachelor's degree. 29 UPI Study courses are recognized by CrestPoint under the UPI Study × CrestPoint articulation agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at CrestPoint.
Do I need to enroll at CrestPoint first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no CrestPoint enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to CrestPoint when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach CrestPoint?
Once you complete Principles of Management, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by CrestPoint University. CrestPoint's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (BUS-101 – Principles of Management) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Principles of Management for your CrestPoint credit.

What is Principles of Management?

Principles of Management is the study of how organizations are planned, organized, led, and improved. It introduces the work managers do, the difference between management and leadership, and the main ideas that have shaped modern business practice. Students also learn how teams, structure, and change affect how an organization performs.

How the course teaches you

Principles of Management is a self-paced online course with video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. The grade is based on 25% Attendance, 25% Quizzes, 25% Assignments, and 25% Final Exam, and when you complete the course, the transcript can reflect the credit CrestPoint recognizes as BUS-101 – Principles of Management.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course covers how organizations are planned, organized, led, and improved, which is useful in day-to-day work as well as in managing projects and teams. At CrestPoint, the credit fits a named course equivalency, so it can support degree planning in programs such as the Associate of Paralegal Studies and the Bachelor of Business Administration.

Skills you walk away with

Distinguish management from leadershipExplain classical management theories and their influenceApply Lewin’s and Kotter’s change modelsEvaluate mechanistic and organic organizational structuresSupport effective team development and conflict resolutionIdentify managerial roles and responsibilitiesAssess how structure aligns with strategy

Taking this course toward CrestPoint

After you finish the course, the transcript is sent so CrestPoint can evaluate the credit under its transfer process. CrestPoint's registrar applies the named equivalency BUS-101 – Principles of Management, which means the course is recognized as a specific catalog course rather than a generic elective. That matters because it can slot into a degree plan at CrestPoint with more precision, including programs like the Associate of Paralegal Studies and the Bachelor of Business Administration. Even with that recognition, CrestPoint's transfer ceiling remains 72 credits, or 60% of a program.

Who this course is for

This course is a practical choice for students who want a clear transfer path to CrestPoint and need a course that maps directly to BUS-101 – Principles of Management. It can suit adults returning to school, students finishing a degree, or career changers who want business foundations without losing transfer clarity, especially since CrestPoint allows up to 72 transferable credits. It is not the best fit if you need a general elective with no specific course match, because this one is tied to a named equivalency.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to CrestPoint.

CrestPoint University accepts transfer credit recommended by ACE, NCCRS, and CCAP. Under the signed articulation agreement with UPI Study, each course below has an assigned CrestPoint course equivalent.

What CrestPoint offers UPI students
Signed articulation agreement (May 2025)
Accepts ACE, NCCRS & CCAP credit
Instructor-led courses with live interaction
DEAC accredited · Arizona licensed · NC-SARA
The numbers
72 credits
Max general education transfer credits
C- or better
Minimum grade required to transfer

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Students must be enrolled at CrestPoint in good standing and meet course and program requirements. Final credit awards are determined solely by CrestPoint University's registrar.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to CrestPoint University.