Assessing business students' sensitivity to diversity issues within in a MSI: implications for continuous curriculum improvement

Authors

Dianna Blankenship, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Gerald Hollier, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Irma S. Jones, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Marvin Lovett, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-2011

Abstract

Demonstration of cultural context diversity in business programs is essential to obtain and maintain AACSB accreditation. For minority serving institutions (MSI) knowledge of business students' awareness of and sensitivity to diversity issues is crucial in order that a wide variety of perspectives may be included in all business courses and activities. The purpose of this study was to assess the existing levels of awareness among MSI business students toward issues of diversity. Study results are presented, implications for AACSB “continuous improvement” through microcurriculum revisions are discussed, and suggestions for including diversity in MSI business courses are also provided.

Recommended Citation

Blankenship, D., Hollier, G., Jones, I. S., & Lovett, M. (2011). Assessing business students’ sensitivity to diversity issues within in a MSI: Implications for continuous curriculum improvement. Journal of International Business and Cultural Studies, 4. https://aabri.com/manuscripts/10493.pdf

Publication Title

Journal of International Business and Cultural Studies