Assessment Of The Master In Business Administration (Mba) Program Of The Vedasto J. Samonte School Of Graduate Studies (Vjssgs ) Of Northwestern University (Nwu)

Abstract

Introduction

The statutory requirements of regulating bodies are becoming more complex and the commitment is challenging because it allows one to have a clear and dynamic perspective of what is expected in the future. This study was conducted to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the implementation of the graduate programs at Northwestern University.

Methods

Utilizing the Stufflebeam's Context-Input-Process-Product (CIPP) model along with formative and summative evaluation. The respondents of the study were the faculty and students of the MBA program who have been in the VJSSGS for at least three (3) trimesters while the alumni and their respective employers were chosen from the SY 2005-2006 to SY 2014-2015. There were two sets of questionnaires, the first set was for the students and the second set was for the alumni and their respective employers.

Results

The profile of the Master in Business Administration (MBA) student-respondents revealed that there is an equal number of males and females whose age ranges vary from 25 to 51 and the majority are single. The MBA students assessed all components as very good. Among the criteria in Context, it was revealed that the program goals reflect the mission of the university although there is a need to put more activities to realize the aim of the holistic development of students. As to the Input, the MBA students felt that the sequencing of courses has to be looked into while in the Process, the variety and suitability of instructional materials and curriculum materials used need to be given more attention. On the other hand, the faculty-respondents are dominated by females, young, married and has been teaching since 2005.

Discussions

The MBA faculty also rated all the components as very good: The faculty believes that the needs of the industry, faculty, and community are lacking and has to be strengthened. Moreover, it is observed that there is a need to review the qualification of MBA students particularly on admission criteria and the capability for graduate work and research. As to the Process, the MBA faculty perceives that the quality of instruction can be improved through the utilization of variety and suitability of instructional materials and curriculum support materials used, and more activities to develop research skills. The result of the summative evaluation or quality of output showed that they provided more opportunities like promotion and learned the rigors of management specifically in resolving issues/problems and conflicts in the workplace.