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The Teachers' Forum: Breaking the Mold—A New Approach to Teaching the First MBA Course in Management Science

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  • Matthew J. Liberatore

    (College of Commerce and Finance, Villanova University, Villanova, Pennsylvania 19085)

  • Robert L. Nydick

    (College of Commerce and Finance, Villanova University, Villanova, Pennsylvania 19085)

Abstract

In our first MBA course in management science, we integrate management-science concepts and modeling software for immediate application in the students' working environments. In our opinion, the proof of the pudding is in the application. Our approach has empowered part-time MBA students to produce and often implement high-quality management-science application projects. Students learn to appreciate the value of management science as an applied discipline. We plan to improve this course, while steadfastly emphasizing student practice.

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  • Matthew J. Liberatore & Robert L. Nydick, 1999. "The Teachers' Forum: Breaking the Mold—A New Approach to Teaching the First MBA Course in Management Science," Interfaces, INFORMS, vol. 29(4), pages 99-116, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:inm:orinte:v:29:y:1999:i:4:p:99-116
    DOI: 10.1287/inte.29.4.99
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