Rethinking the MBA: business education at a crossroads

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Authors

Srikant M. Datar · Harvard University

David A. Garvin · Harvard University

Patrick G. Cullen · AACC International

Abstract

Purpose – The paper seeks to examine major challenges facing MBA programs and to argue that they will have to reconsider their value proposition. It aims to explore effective curricular and programmatic responses as opportunities for MBA programs to innovate. The paper also aims to call for collective action across the business school field to effectively address these challenges.

Topics & Keywords

Management and Marketing Education Management and Organizational Studies Management Theory and Practice

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Management Development

Volume 30, Issue 5, pp. 451-462

DOI: 10.1108/02621711111132966

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