International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education
Public Disclosure
of Student Learning Form
Institution:
Husson University
Academic Business Unit:
College of Business
Academic Year:
2013-2014
International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education
11374 Strang Line Road
Lenexa, Kansas 66215
USA
Report of Student Learning and Achievement
Husson University
College of Business
For Academic Year:
2013-2014
Mission of the College of Business
The mission of the College of Business centers on professionalism by providing a quality, student centric, experiential education which allows for
critical, innovative and analytical abilities to develop. To achieve its mission, the College of Business develops and prepares the entrepreneurial
leader by instilling acumen and integrity for entering the global workforce.
College of Business
Student Learning Assessment for Master of Business Administration (MBA) - General
Intended Student Learning Outcomes Master of Business Administration (MBA) - General
1. Students will be able to recognize business problems
2. Students will be able to integrate theories and practice to perform strategic analysis
3. Students will be able to demonstrate effective written forms of communication and oral business presentations
4. Students will be able to work effectively in diverse teams
5. Students will be able to identify and analyze ethical responsibilities of businesses
6. Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to apply decision-making techniques, using both quantitative and qualitative analysis, to
management issues.
Assessment Instruments for Intended Student Learning Outcomes—
Direct Measures of Student Learning:
1. Capstone examination (CompXM®)
General Program ISLOs Assessed by this Measure: 1
2. Capsim simulation project in Capstone course
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Performance Targets/Criteria (Objectives) for Direct Measures:
Students will rank above the 50thpercentile with respect to peer
institutions
Students will successfully complete the project
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General Program ISLOs Assessed by this Measure: 1-6
Assessment Instruments for Intended Student Learning Outcomes—
Indirect Measures of Student Learning:
1. Exit Survey
General Program ISLOs Assessed by this Measure: 1-6
2. Reports from School of Business Advisory Council meeting(s)
General Program ISLOs Assessed by this Measure: 1-6
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Performance Targets/Criteria (Objectives) for Indirect Measures:
On the exit survey instrument, at least 80% of graduating students will
indicate that they were “successful” or “very successful” in achieving the
intended learning outcomes for the degree
Faculty will compile, review, and take action on constructive feedback
related to curriculum and programs
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Assessment Results: Master of Business Administration (MBA) – General
Summary of Results from Implementing Direct Measures of Student Learning:
1. Objective met
2. Objective met
Summary of Results from Implementing Indirect Measures of Student Learning:
1. Question 1 on the Student exit survey indicates over 80% of the students found that they met the learning objectives for their majors.
2. Individual constituent, alum and external meetings held. Overall meeting scheduled for October 2014
Summary of Achievement of Intended Student Learning Outcomes:
Intended Student Learning Outcomes
Learning Assessment Measures
Capstone Exam (CompXM)
Capsim Simulation Project in
Capstone Course
Exit Survey
Reports from School of
Business Advisory Council
Meeting(s)
Performance Target Was…
Performance Target Was…
Performance Target Was…
Performance Target Was…
1. Students will be able to recognize
business problems
MET
MET
MET
NOT MET
2. Students will be able to integrate
theories and practice to perform
strategic analysis
N/A
MET
MET
NOT MET
3. Students will be able to
demonstrate effective written
forms of communication and oral
business presentations
N/A
MET
MET
NOT MET
4. Students will be able to work
effectively in diverse teams
N/A
MET
MET
NOT MET
5. Students will be able to identify
and analyze ethical responsibilities
of businesses
N/A
MET
MET
NOT MET
6. Students will be able to
demonstrate the ability to apply
decision-making techniques, using
N/A
MET
MET
NOT MET
General Program ISLOs
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both quantitative and qualitative
analysis, to management issues.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) – General
Proposed Courses of Action for Improvement in Learning Outcomes for which Performance Targets Were Not Met
1. Findings from Business Advisory Board will be incorporated for next year’s outcomes
2. Continued review of performance on simulation project
3. Create rubrics for grading that align with program expectations in addition to assignments
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