Teaching operations management in an integrated format: Student perception and faculty experience
Raktim Pal and
Michael E. Busing
International Journal of Production Economics, 2008, vol. 115, issue 2, 594-610
Abstract:
Understanding the role of the operations function is an important part of any business student's training. Here we present and analyze our experience of teaching operations management by integrating it with other business disciplines. A survey instrument was developed and students were asked to complete the online survey at the beginning and at end of the semester. Statistical analysis was performed on the responses received. Using factor analysis and structural equation model we assessed student perceptions. We found that students perceive learning operations management in an integrated format quite useful. Students are well trained to understand the interrelationship of operations management with other business functions. The experience and viewpoints of faculty members developing and delivering the integrated course over a significant period are presented as well.
Keywords: Analysis; of; instruction; effectiveness; Teaching; method; Integrated; approach; Operations; management (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2008
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