“MidAmerica Nazarene University is a comprehensive liberal arts university offering undergraduate and selected professional and graduate degrees.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

University Goal(s) Supported:

“In seeking to meet the needs of whole persons, the University provides a wide variety of intellectual, social and religious activities that serve a developmental function in students. These include the general education program, the major fields of preparation…” (MNU Catalog p.4)

“…The ultimate goal is to develop broadly educated individuals with specific skills and career knowledge related to a potential field of service and work.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcomes:

Understands organizational business systems and how they integrate effectively. (BA1)

Analyzes and solves problems with qualitative and quantitative decision making tools. (BA2)

Understands the organizational complexities arising from a global and diverse workforce. (BA3)

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Administration B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008_______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

Note: There should be one form C for each intended outcome listed on form B. Intended outcome should be restated in the box immediately below and the intended outcome number entered in the blank spaces.

_BA1_ The student of business understands organizational business systems and how they integrate effectively.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BA1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Capstone Computer Simulation Project – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on this assignment.

_BA1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

14 out of 14 (100%) students passed with 70% or higher on this assignment.

_BA1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was taken. The division met its goal in this area.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BA1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Twenty-five percent (25%) of students taking the Major Field Achievement Test (MFAT) will pass with a score in the top 25^th percentile in the nation.

_BA1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

10 out of 28 (35.7%) of students met the criterion.

_BA1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was taken. The division met its goal in this area.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Administration __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008_______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_BA2_ The student of business analyzes and solves problems with qualitative and quantitative decision making tools.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BA2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Business Statistics Assignment – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the assignment.

_BA2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

25 out of 25 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

_BA2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was taken. The division met its goal in this area.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BA2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Strategic Management “Built to Last” Assignment – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the assignment.

_BA2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

17 out of 24 (71%) students scored 70% or higher.

_BA2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was taken. The division met its goal in this area.

Third Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BA2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

ETS Major Field Achievement Test (MFAT) – The average score of seniors on the quantitative analysis subscale score will exceed the top 40^th percentile in the nation.

_BA2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

MFAT MNU average = 52% placing our students at the 75^th percentile.

_BA2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was taken. The division met its goal in this area.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Administration __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_BA3_ The student of business understands the organizational complexities arising from a global and diverse workforce.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BA3_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

International Business Assignment – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the assignment.

_BA3_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

26 out of 32 (81%) students passed with 70% or higher.

_BA3_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action necessary. The division met its goal.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BA3_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Major Field Achievement Test (MFAT) – Senior will score at or above the national average on the International Subscale score.

_BA3_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

MNU average = 53% placing students in the 35^th percentile.

_BA3_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The International Business course is now a lower division course taken earlier in the sequence than in the past. This change in course sequence will give students the international knowledge and foundation to incorporate into all of their other coursework. The Division will also order the ETS subscale score by major to determine which majors are consistently lacking in international knowledge to determine if changes are necessary to the curriculum in that particular major.

Form B

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Accounting __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Expanded Statement of Institutional Purpose Linkage:

Institutional Mission Reference:

“MidAmerica Nazarene University is a comprehensive liberal arts university offering undergraduate and selected professional and graduate degrees.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

University Goal(s) Supported:

“…The ultimate goal is to develop broadly educated individuals with specific skills and career knowledge related to a potential field of service and work.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcomes:

The student of accounting understands GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and the other principles and practices of the major forms of accounting, and applies them to the full range of accounting problems encountered in business. (A1)

The student of accounting researches all types of accounting problems, and analyzes them to bring about optimal solutions, demonstrating familiarity with available technological and analytical tools. (A2)

The student of accounting communicates complex principles and solutions effectively to cross functional business audiences. (A3)

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Accounting __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

A1 The student of accounting understands GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and the other principles and practices of the major forms of accounting and applies them to the full range of accounting problems encountered in business.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_A1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Intermediate Accounting II Exam – 70% of students will score 70% or higher

_A1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

5 out of 6 (83%) students scored 70% or higher.

_A1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action necessary. The division met its goal.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_A1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Advanced Accounting I Exam – 70% of students will score 70% or higher

_A1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

5 out of 5 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

_A1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action necessary. The division met its goal.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Accounting __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

A2 The student of accounting researchers all types of accounting problems and analyzes them to bring about optimal solutions, demonstrating familiarity with available technological and analytical tools.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_A2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Intermediate Accounting II Accounting Standards Project – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the project.

_A2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

5 out of 6 (83%) students scored 70% or higher.

_A2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No changes were made. The division goal was met.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_A2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Advanced Accounting I Project – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the project.

_A2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

3 out of 5 (60%) students scored 70% or higher.

_A2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

Two students chose not to complete this assignment. With such a small sample size, their decision impacted the percentage of successful completion of the assignment. Those who completed the work demonstrated proficiency in achieving the outcome. More emphasis will be given to the assignment in order to encourage completion.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Accounting __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_A3_ The student of accounting communicates complex principles and solutions effectively to cross functional business audiences.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_A3_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Intermediate Accounting II Presentation – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the assignment.

_A3_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

5 out of 6 (83%) students scored 70% or higher.

_A3_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action necessary. The division met its goal.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_A3_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Advanced Accounting I Presentation – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the assignment.

_A3_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

3 out of 5 (60%) students scored 70% or higher.

_A3_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

Form B

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Psychology __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008_______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Expanded Statement of Institutional Purpose Linkage:

Institutional Mission Reference:

“MidAmerica Nazarene University is a comprehensive liberal arts university offering undergraduate and selected professional and graduate degrees.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

University Goal(s) Supported:

“…The ultimate goal is to develop broadly educated individuals with specific skills and career knowledge related to a potential field of service and work.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcomes:

The student of business psychology understands the various dimensions of human resources including employee relations, training and development, compensation, employment law, appraisal, and planning and budgeting. (BP1)

The student of business psychology understands the basic functional areas of Business. (BP2)

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Psychology __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_BP1_ The student of business psychology understands the various dimensions of human resources including employee relations, training and development, employment law, appraisal, and planning and budgeting.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BP1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Human Resource Management Final Exam – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the exam.

_BP1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

27 out of 29 (93%) students scored 70% or higher.

_BP1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action necessary. The division met its goal.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BP1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Senior Comprehensive Examination, Human Resource Section – 65% of students will score 70% or higher on this section.

_BP1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

There were no Business Psychology students who took the exam this year..

_BP1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was necessary.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Psychology __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_BP2__ The student of business psychology understands the basic functional areas of Business.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BP2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Senior Comprehensive Examination – 65% of students will score 70% or higher on the examination.

_BP2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

There were no Business Psychology students who took the exam this year.

_BP2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was necessary.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BP2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Business Law, Functional Areas of Business Worksheet – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on this assignment.

_BP2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

32 out of 38 (84.2%) students scored 70% or higher.

_BP2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action necessary. The division met its goal. However, the division did discuss that fact that this one assignment is not enough to serve as a main measure and that something might need to be added in the future. Although no action was necessary, the division recognized the need to find larger, more significant means of assessment to truly measure student learning. The division scheduled an outcomes retreat for August 7-8, 2008 to rewrite the division outcomes plan to narrow the number of measurements and increase the emphasis on larger more significant assessments of the majors and the program.

Form B

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Communication/Business __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Expanded Statement of Institutional Purpose Linkage:

Institutional Mission Reference:

“MidAmerica Nazarene University is a comprehensive liberal arts university offering undergraduate and selected professional and graduate degrees.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

University Goal(s) Supported:

“…The ultimate goal is to develop broadly educated individuals with specific skills and career knowledge related to a potential field of service and work.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcomes:

The student of communications/business understands the major theories of communication and applies them to a full range of communications problems encountered in Business. (CB1)

The student of communications/business understands the functional areas of Business. (CB2)

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Communication/Business ___B.A.______________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_CB1_ The student of communications/business understands the major theories of communication and applies them to a full range of communications problems encountered in Business.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_CB1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Business Communications – Communication Theory Exam – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the exam.

_CB1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

Fall 2006: 24 out of 25 (96%) students scored 70% or higher on the exam.

Spring 2007: 29 out of 33 (88%) students scored 70% or higher on the exam.

_CB1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was necessary. The division goal was met.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_CB1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Business Communications, Group Business Meeting – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the rubric.

_CB1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

Fall 2006: 24 out of 25 (96%) students scored 70% or higher.

Spring 2007: 33 out of 33 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

_CB1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action necessary. The division met its goal.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Communication/Business ___B.A.______________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_CB2_ The student of communications/business understands the functional areas of Business.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_CB2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Senior Comprehensive Examination – 65% of students will score 70% or higher on the exam.

_CB2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

7 out of 7 (100%) students scored 70% or higher on the exam.

_CB2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was necessary. The division met its goal.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_CB2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Business Law – Functional Areas of Business Worksheet – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the worksheet.

_CB2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

32 out of 38 (84.2%) students scored 70% or higher.

_CB2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action necessary. The division met its goal.

Form B

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_International Business __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Expanded Statement of Institutional Purpose Linkage:

Institutional Mission Reference:

“MidAmerica Nazarene University is a comprehensive liberal arts university offering undergraduate and selected professional and graduate degrees.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

University Goal(s) Supported:

“…The ultimate goal is to develop broadly educated individuals with specific skills and career knowledge related to a potential field of service and work.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcomes:

The student of international business will understand and apply the unique issues which must be considered by international business firms operating in specific countries. (IB1)

The student of international business will have the ability to consider the major functional areas of business to multinational corporations. (IB2)

The student of international business will understand how multinational firms identify and manage the additional risks involved in the global marketplace. (IB3)

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_International Business __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_IB1_ The student of international business understands and applies the unique issues which must be considered by international business firms operating in specific countries.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_IB1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

International Business, Issues Analysis Assignment – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the assignment.

_IB1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

26 out of 32 (81%) students scored 70% or higher.

_IB1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action necessary. The division met its goal.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_IB1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

International Business Practicum – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on assignments.

_IB1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

Data was not submitted by the professor.

_IB1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The decision was made to add a one week in-class portion to the requirements of the practicum, this was implemented for the first time during Summer 2008. For the first time this summer, prior to the trip, all students attended this one-week course. A mandatory 50-page paper was assigned to each student. This will give a more tangible assessment piece for the practicum, rather than just credit for participating in the trip experience.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_International Business __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_IB2_ The student of international business has the ability to consider the major functional areas of business to multinational corporations.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_IB2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

International Marketing, Marketing Proposal – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the project.

_IB2 b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

14 out of 14 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

_IB2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_IB2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Senior Comprehensive Examination – 65% of students will score 70% or higher.

**Changed to ETS International Subscale Score during the Fall 2007 outcomes assessment meeting. The new Criteria for Success: Students will score at or above the national average on the major area field test in the area of international business.

_IB2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

MFAT average score = 53% which ranks our students in the 35^th percentile.

_IB2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The criterion for success was changed during the Fall 2007 Outcomes Meeting. The major field test scores are a nationally normed measure of student learning. This assessment tool will help us to compare the learning occurring with that of students across the country.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_International Business __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_IB3_ The student of international business understands how multinational firms identify and manage the additional risk involved in the global marketplace.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_IB3_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

International Trade and Finance, Risk Analysis

_IB3_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

3 out of 4 (75%) students passed with 70% or higher.

_IB3_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action necessary. The division met its goal.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_IB3_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

International Trade and Finance, Final Exam covering risk management – 70% will score 70% or higher on the exam.

_IB3_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

3 out of 4 (75%) students scored higher than 70%.

_IB3_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action necessary. The division met its goal.

Form B

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Marketing __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Expanded Statement of Institutional Purpose Linkage:

Institutional Mission Reference:

“MidAmerica Nazarene University is a comprehensive liberal arts university offering undergraduate and selected professional and graduate degrees.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

University Goal(s) Supported:

“…The ultimate goal is to develop broadly educated individuals with specific skills and career knowledge related to a potential field of service and work.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcomes:

The student of marketing knows the customer. (M1)

The student of marketing communicates and connects with the customer. (M2)

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Marketing __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_M1_ The student of marketing knows the customer.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_M1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Marketing Research, Research Project - 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the project.

_M1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

8 out of 8 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

_M1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No changes were made. The division goal was met.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_M1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Consumer Behavior, Purchase Paper – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_M1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

18 out of 18 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

_M1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Third Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_M1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Sales and Sales Management, Customer Profile Project – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_M1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

14 out of 14 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

_M1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Fourth Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_M1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Consumer Behavior, Market Segment Study – 70% or students will score 70% or higher.

_M1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

17 out of 18 (94.4%) students scored 70% or higher.

_M1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Marketing __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_M2_ The student of marketing communicates and connects with the customer.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_M2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Promotion Management, Promotional Campaign – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_M2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

18 out of 18 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

_M2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_M2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Retail Management, Retail Analysis – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_M2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

6 out of 6 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

_M2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Third Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_M2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Sales and Sales Management, Win Friends Case Study – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_M2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

*** (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

_M2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Fourth Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_M2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Promotion Management, “communicating and connecting with the customer” quiz – 70% or students will score 70% or higher.

_M2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

15 out of 18 (83.3%) students scored 70% or higher.

_M2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Form B

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Organizational Leadership __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Expanded Statement of Institutional Purpose Linkage:

Institutional Mission Reference:

“MidAmerica Nazarene University is a comprehensive liberal arts university offering undergraduate and selected professional and graduate degrees.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

University Goal(s) Supported:

“…The ultimate goal is to develop broadly educated individuals with specific skills and career knowledge related to a potential field of service and work.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcomes:

The student of organizational leadership will understand organizational and personal leadership theories and appropriate application. (OL1)

The student of organizational leadership will uses appropriate tools and assessment methods for improving personal leadership. (OL2)

The student of organizational leadership will understand the conceptual and analytical skills used to cast vision, make decisions and implement strategy. (OL3)

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Organizational Leadership __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_OL1_ The student of organizational leadership understands organizational and personal leadership theories and appropriate application.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_OL1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Organizational Leadership Exam – 70% of students will score 70% of higher on the exam.

_OL1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

38 out of 41 (93%) students scored 70% or higher.

_OL1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_OL1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Principles of Management, Leadership Case Study – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the assignment.

_OL1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

Fall: 25 out of 35 (71%) students scored 70% or higher.

Spring: 34 out of 38 (89%) students scored 70% or higher.

_OL1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Organizational Leadership __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_OL2_ The student of organizational leadership uses appropriate tools and assessment methods for improving personal leadership abilities.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_OL2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Skill Formation, Growth Plan Paper – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_OL2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

26 out of 28 (93%) students scored 70% or higher.

_OL2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_OL2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Business Ethics, Personal Philosophy Paper – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_OL2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

25 out of 25 (100%) of students scored 70% or higher.

_OL2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Organizational Leadership __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_OL3_ The student of organizational leadership understands the conceptual and analytical skills used to cast vision, make decisions and implement strategy.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_OL3_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Strategic Management, Personal Mission Statement Project – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_OL3_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

23 out of 423 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

_OL3_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_OL3_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Skill Formation, Final Exam – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the exam.

_OL3_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

28 out of 28 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

_OL3_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made.

Form B

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Global Business Outcomes __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Expanded Statement of Institutional Purpose Linkage:

Institutional Mission Reference:

“MidAmerica Nazarene University is a comprehensive liberal arts university offering undergraduate and selected professional and graduate degrees.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

University Goal(s) Supported:

“…The ultimate goal is to develop broadly educated individuals with specific skills and career knowledge related to a potential field of service and work.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcomes:

Students graduating with a degree from the Division of Business Administration will understand how to behave ethically in the workplace and the importance of doing so. (G1)

Students graduating with a degree from the Division of Business Administration will communicate well. (G2)

Students graduating with a degree from the Division of Business Administration will use critical thinking skills. (G3)

Students graduating with a degree from the Division of Business Administration will understand leadership. (G5)

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Global Business Outcomes __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_G1_ Students graduating with a degree from the Division of Business Administration will understand how to behave ethically in the workplace and the importance of doing so.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_G1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Business Law, Ethics Quiz – the class average will be 70%

_G1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

38 out of 40 (95%) passed with 70% or higher.

_G1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was necessary. The division met its goal. Although no action was necessary, the division recognized the need to find larger, more significant means of assessment to truly measure student learning. The division scheduled an outcomes retreat for August 7-8, 2008 to rewrite the division outcomes plan to narrow the number of measurements and increase the emphasis on larger more significant assessments of the majors and the program.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_G1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Business Ethics, Ethics Case Study – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the paper.

_G1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

24 out of 25 students (96%) scored 70% or higher.

_G1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were necessary. This was the first year to use this assessment tool across all majors who are now required to take Business Ethics. This demonstrates our commitment to ethics across the curriculum and gives us a consistent measurement tool across all of our majors.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Global Business Outcomes __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_G2_ Students graduating with a degree from the Division of Business Administration will communicate well.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_G2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Senior Comprehensive Exam, Business Communication Section – 65% of students will score 60% or higher on the exam.

_G2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

15 out of 22 (68.1%) students scored 70% or higher.

_G2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were necessary. However, the division approved Applied Strategic Management as a capstone experience for all of our majors. This change was approved by all relevant committees and has been added to the catalog to begin being offered in the 2009-2010 school year. The goal of this course is to serve as a significant measure of several learning outcomes among our seniors.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_G2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Business Communications, Long Formal Report – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the rubric.

_G2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

Fall: 22 out of 25 (88%) students scored 70% or higher.

Spring: 25 out of 33 (76%) students scored 70% or higher.

_G2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

The division met its goal. No changes were made. Although no action was necessary, the division recognized the need to find larger, more significant means of assessment to truly measure student learning. The division scheduled an outcomes retreat for August 7-8, 2008 to rewrite the division outcomes plan to narrow the number of measurements and increase the emphasis on larger more significant assessments of the majors and the program.

Third Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_G2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Business Communications, Oral Presentation using PowerPoint – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the rubric.

_G2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

Fall: 25 out of 25 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

Spring: 33 out of 33 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

_G2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Global Business Outcomes __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008_______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_G3_ Students graduating with a degree from the Division of Business Administration will demonstrate critical thinking skills.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_G3_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Principles of Macroeconomics, Critical Thinking Project – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the project.

_G3_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

Section I: 10 out of 14 (71%) students scored 70% or higher.

Section II: 10 out of 10 (100%) students scored 70% or higher.

G3_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_G3_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Business Law, Case Briefing Exercise – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_G3_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

Section I: 18 out of 22 (81.8%) students scored 70% or higher.

Section II: 11 out of 15 (73.3%) students scored 70% or higher.

_G3_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action necessary. The division met its goal. Although no action was necessary, the division recognized the need to find larger, more significant means of assessment to truly measure student learning. The division scheduled an outcomes retreat for August 7-8, 2008 to rewrite the division outcomes plan to narrow the number of measurements and increase the emphasis on larger more significant assessments of the majors and the program.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Global Business Outcomes __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008_______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

_G5_ Students graduating with a degree from the Division of Business Administration will understand leadership.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_G5_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Principles of Management, Case Study – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_G5_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

Fall: 25 out of 35 (71%) students scored 70% or higher.

Spring: 34 out of 38 (89%) students scored 70% or higher.

G5_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was necessary. The division goal was met. Although no action was necessary, the division recognized the need to find larger, more significant means of assessment to truly measure student learning. The division scheduled an outcomes retreat for August 7-8, 2008 to rewrite the division outcomes plan to narrow the number of measurements and increase the emphasis on larger more significant assessments of the majors and the program.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_G5_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Cost Accounting, Leadership Exercise – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the rubric.

_G5_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

100% of students scored 70% or higher.

_G5_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

Third Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_G5_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Organizational Behavior, Leadership Exercise – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_G5_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

38 out of 39 (97%) students passed with 70% or higher.

_G5_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

Fourth Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_G5_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Strategic Management, Personal Mission Statement Project – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_G5_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

23 out of 24 (96%) students scored 70% or higher.

_G5_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action necessary. The division met its goal.

Fifth Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_G5_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

International Business, Leadership Exercise – 70% of students will score 70% or higher on the exercise.

_G5_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

26 out of 32 (81%) students scored 70% or higher.

_G5_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

Form B

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Education __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008________________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Expanded Statement of Institutional Purpose Linkage:

Institutional Mission Reference:

“MidAmerica Nazarene University is a comprehensive liberal arts university offering undergraduate and selected professional and graduate degrees.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

University Goal(s) Supported:

“…The ultimate goal is to develop broadly educated individuals with specific skills and career knowledge related to a potential field of service and work.” (MNU Catalog p.4)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcomes:

The teacher of business demonstrates content knowledge of and skills in the use of computers. (BUED1)

The teacher of business uses instructional strategies that encourage development of students’ higher order cognitive skill (decision-making, critical thinking, problem-solving) with regard to business and technological issues and problems. (BUED2)

The teacher of business demonstrates knowledge of current curricula, curricular issues, and trends related to computer and business education. (BUED3)

The teacher of business demonstrates knowledge of future educational opportunities and careers in business and computer fields based on exploratory or working experiences in business. (BUED4)

The teacher of business demonstrates an understanding of general business operations, marketing functions, and international business environments. (BUED5)

The teacher of business understands the role of accounting in the workforce. (BUED6)

The teacher of business understands the role of leadership, teamwork, and communication in the workforce. (BUED7)

The teacher of business understands business law, ethics, and financial planning. (BUED8)

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Education __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008_______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

Business Education: KSDE/NCATE Standard 1: The teacher of business demonstrates content knowledge of and skills in the use of computers.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BUED 1_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

**The means of assessment for this major were completely revised by the division in the Fall of 2007. The new means of assessment reflect a more narrowed system of measurement with fewer, more significant assessment tools. This was in response to a request from NCATE that the major should contain only 8-12 significant measurements.**

Computer Applications in Business, Case Study Using Multiple Software Applications – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_BUED 1_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

1 out of 1 (100%) students passed with 70% or higher.

BUED 1_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was taken. The division goal was met.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Education __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008_______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

Business Education: KSDE/NCATE Standard 2: The teacher of business uses instructional strategies that encourage development of students’ higher order cognitive skill (decision-making, critical thinking, problem-solving) with regard to business and technological issues and problems.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BUED 2_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Principles of Macroeconomics, Critical Thinking Project – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_BUED 2_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

No BUED students were enrolled in the course.

BUED 2_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was taken.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Education __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008_______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

Business Education: Standard 3: The teacher of business demonstrates knowledge of current curricula, curricular issues, and trends related to computer and business education.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BUED 3_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Methods of Teaching Secondary Business, Unit curriculum design - 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_BUED 3_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

No BUED students were enrolled in the course.

BUED 3_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was taken.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Education __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008_______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

Business Education: KSDE/NCATE Standard 4: The teacher of business demonstrates knowledge of future educational opportunities and careers in business and computer fields based on exploratory or working experiences in business.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BUED 4_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Internship – pass/fail, based on completion requirements.

_BUED 4_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

No BUED students were enrolled in the course.

BUED 4_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was taken.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Education __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008_______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

Business Education: KSDE/NCATE Standard 5: The teacher of business demonstrates an understanding of general business operations, marketing functions, and international business environments.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BUED 5_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Entrepreneurship, Business Plan – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_BUED 5_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

No BUED students were enrolled in the course this year.

BUED 5_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was taken.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Education __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008_______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

Business Education: KSDE/NCATE Standard 6: The teacher of business understands the role of accounting in the workforce.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BUED 6_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Principles of Financial Accounting, Exam – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_BUED 6_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

No BUED students were enrolled in the course this year.

BUED 6_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was taken.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Education __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008_______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

Business Education: KSDE/NCATE Standard 7: The teacher of business understands the role of leadership, teamwork, and communication in the workforce.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BUED 7_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Business Communications, Group Business Meeting – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_BUED 7_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

No BUED students were enrolled in the course.

BUED 7_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was taken.

Form C

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

_Business Education __B.A.________________________

(Instructional Degree Program) (Degree level)

_2007-2008 _________________________ _June 15^th, 2008_______________

(Assessment Period Covered) (Date submitted)

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:

Business Education: KSDE/NCATE Standard 8: The teacher of business understands business law, ethics, and financial planning.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:

_BUED 8_ a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:

Business Law, Law and Ethics Quiz – 70% of students will score 70% or higher.

_BUED 8_ b. Description of Data Collection & Assessment Results:

No BUED students were enrolled in the course this year.

BUED 8_ c. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:

No action was taken.

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