DO BUSINESS SCHOOL TEAM PROJECTS MEET STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PREPARE STUDENTS FOR THE WORLD OF WORK

The new AACSB standards have brought change to the definitions of Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs). One of the key questions for business schools raised by these changes is: why are team projects important?  Typically,... [ view full abstract ]

The new AACSB standards have brought change to the definitions of Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs). One of the key questions for business schools raised by these changes is: why are team projects important?  Typically, schools of business are not focused on educating theorists or academics, but rather on future practitioners who will work in businesses that have structured and unstructured teams.  If team work in the “real world” is so important, then teamwork in business classes must add value; otherwise, the business school fails in its mission.  It is important for business schools to recognize the opportunity to utilize teams as a teaching tool that can be assessed effectively.  However, the teamwork experience must have value beyond the classroom; otherwise, the quality and capability of graduates is not enhanced.