THE INFLUENCE OF THE AACSB EVALUATION SYSTEM ON THE MANAGEMENT OF GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN THE AMERICAN BUSINESS FIELD

Abstract

In the last few years concern of Higher Education Institutions regarding the improvement and the monitoring of the performance of its graduate courses through evaluations systems has been noticeable. In order to improve the understanding of graduate program evaluation systems in Brazil, it is important to study the evaluation systems of countries which have more experience in evaluation techniques throughout the years. The goal of this paper is to identify the Influence of the Association to Advance Collegiate School of Business (AACSB) evaluation system on the management of graduate programs in the American business field. The method of research was a study of multiple cases, in four Graduate programs accredited by the AACSB. The main results indicate that the programs use the system of AACSB to ensure the fulfillment of its mission in the context of each program operates. The programs must meet a minimum standard of quality, similar to the ISO system. There is little demand for scientific production by teachers that can be accredited with academic or professional profile, within the limits imposed by the system. There is a great system requirement for programs to meet stakeholder needs. In this sense, the proper training of the student and their professional development are handled with professionalism by the programs, because an important part of his reputation is arising from the performance of former students in the society.