Anatomy of an Information Systems Program Continuous Improvement Process for AACSB Accreditation

Author

Craig C. Claybaugh, Missouri University of Science and TechnologyFollow
Cassandra C. Elrod, Missouri University of Science and TechnologyFollow
Barry B. Flachsbart, Missouri University of Science and TechnologyFollow
Michael Gene Hilgers, Missouri University of Science and TechnologyFollow

Abstract

The authors provide a detailed analysis of a continuous improvement process for an information systems master's program at an Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business-accredited university. The authors sought to inform the literature on the improvement process used to satisfy quality standards and improve learning outcomes in a degree program. Empirical evidence from five years of assessment data a presented. Success is demonstrated by recent top-tier rankings and through improvements in outcome measures. The results inform the audience on how to design and blueprint curriculum changes for improvement. A literature review supporting the implemented process is also presented.

Recommended Citation

Claybaugh, C. C., Elrod, C. C., Flachsbart, B. B., & Hilgers, M. G. (2020). Anatomy of an Information Systems Program Continuous Improvement Process for AACSB Accreditation. Journal of Education for Business, 95(3), pp. 159-168. Taylor & Francis Ltd..

The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1080/08832323.2019.1627993

Department(s)

Business and Information Technology

Keywords and Phrases

AACSB; Assurance of Learning; IS Program Continuous Improvement; Outcome Measures for AACSB Accreditation; Outcomes Assessment

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

0883-2323; 1940-3356

Document Type

Article - Journal

Document Version

Citation

File Type

text

Language(s)

English

Rights

© 2019 Taylor & Francis Ltd., All rights reserved.

Publication Date

01 Apr 2020