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[ article search ]  Exams, Papers and the Dreaded Group Assignments in Business & Management |
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Program Spotlight
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Page 1 next page >> Business students are evaluated a number of ways: by exams, midterms, quizzes, papers and projects. Unlike some fields of study, business programs usually have an equal balance of exams or midterms versus papers or projects. Case studies are one of the most common methods business schools use to evaluate students' academic performance. As well, some business degrees require that senior students complete a graduating project or paper, which may involve a research paper and weeks in the library. For some programs, students go farther afield by doing a study term abroad as part of their credit. No matter what business school you go to, your business studies will involve working in a group. Group work is an important part of all business programs. Whether you are interested in accounting, marketing, or finance, you will likely have to work closely with clients and colleagues - business programs are a good place to hone your people skills. Group work can be challenging for people who are very independent - or for people who know the unequal workload members of a group can take. Instructors may assign students to groups, or let them choose their own. Sometimes the most difficult part of group work is coordinating a time when all the members of the group can meet. Group members may play defined roles - like project manager, secretary etc. - or divide the tasks up in any other way that works for them. Some business classes teach students different methods and theories of group work, while next page >> |
