The Hasan School of Business uses direct measures of student performance to assess learning, strengthen academic programs, and continuously improve the educational experience.
The use of direct measures of student performance in the Hasan School of Business provides a relevant set of performance data. Reviewed by faculty, discipline groups, the School’s Assurance of Learning Committee, and administrators, results of these measures are used to make program improvements. In addition to course grades, direct measures of student performance in the Hasan School of Business include The Educational Testing Service (ETS) Major Fields Test in Business and Course Embedded Measures.
Measuring Student Learning
Direct Assessment Measures
HSB uses multiple methods to evaluate what students have learned and identify areas where academic programs can continue to improve.
National Benchmarking
Educational Testing Service (ETS) Major Fields Test in Business
This test, conducted nationwide, assesses what students have learned primarily in courses common to all business majors (Areas F & G). Results are compared with those of other business students enrolled at selected peer institutions, as well as nationally, who have taken the exam that year.
In the Hasan School of Business, the Major Fields Test is given to students in the BUSAD 493 capstone course in their senior year. The Hasan School of Business also administers the graduate ETS Exam in the MBA program at the end of students’ course work.
Classroom Assessment
Course-Embedded Measures
Beginning as course assignments, such as exams, papers, presentations, or projects, course-embedded measures can be modified to reveal student performance data in ways that course grades might not.
In addition, the Hasan School of Business faculty measures achievement annually in each major and area of conentration by administering a nationally standardized test. Results of such measurements are used for program assessment. The Hasan School of Business compiles information to assess the success of graduates. Information is obtained from the CSU-Pueblo Alumni Office, the Career Center, and other sources.
Learning Outcomes Assessment
A Commitment to Continuous Improvement
The Hasan School of Business is committed to continuous improvement through a rigorous assessment program focused on measuring learning outcomes and implementing measures to enhance students’ chances of success. Within each individual course, faculty members utilize a variety of assessment techniques, including: student presentations, projects, peer evaluations, examinations and student surveys.
Undergraduate Education
HSB Undergraduate Learning Goals
Undergraduate students develop skills and perspectives that support effective decision-making and professional success in business environments.
Communication
Prepare a written document and/or oral presentation that are focused, well-organized, as well as mechanically and professionally sound.
Problem Solving
Identify problem(s) in unstructured settings and apply appropriate quantitative techniques to solve the problem(s).
Identify problem(s) in unstructured settings and analyze appropriate information to develop viable recommendations.
Global Awareness
Demonstrate understanding of global issues and perspectives that may impact business solutions.
Ethical Awareness
Demonstrate awareness of ethical issues and possible impacts on business decision making.
Graduate Education
Learning Goals for the MBA Program
The Hasan School of Business faculty works diligently to provide graduates with a high-quality education that prepares them for advancement in business. Our program prepares students through achievement of four primary learning goals.
Communication
Our graduate students will be able to communicate effectively.
Problem Solving
Our graduate students will be able to analyze problems, identify relevant issues, and craft solutions.
Global Awareness
Our graduate students will be able to develop solutions for global business issues.
Social Awareness
Our graduate students will be able to evaluate ethical situations and offer appropriate recommendations.
