Revitalizing the Capstone Experience: Synthesizing Stakeholder Needs While Supporting the Mission

Three key overlapping components of the discussion will be the Strategic Management course, the College’s mission, and the needs of today’s traditional-aged students. First, the requirements of the mission are examined... [ view full abstract ]

Three key overlapping components of the discussion will be the Strategic Management course, the College’s mission, and the needs of today’s traditional-aged students. First, the requirements of the mission are examined carefully to clarify the specific demands imposed on the business curriculum. Next, the key characteristics of Millennial Generation students -- both positives and negatives -- are examined to point out the learning needs of these students and to demonstrate how the senior capstone course addresses these needs. Finally, the discussion turns to possible options for adapting the capstone experience from one course to a portfolio of course options designed to meet these needs more effectively. This discussion is based on the experience of a college of business administration in a mid-sized university located in the southeastern United States.