An Investigation of Learning Outcomes of the Business Education: Perspective & Implications in Pakistan

Abstract

Business education is expected to enhance the managerial competencies and skills of business graduates for personal and professional development while pursuing a career. The study assumes that business education opens the doors to better jobs and career advancement for business managers and scholars. The research was conducted on business studies students and alumni based in eight major cities of Pakistan. A survey was employed. 550 survey questionnaires were distributed to various business students and alumni using the convenience sampling method in the eight major cities.  The data was collected through a self-administered questionnaire using convenience sampling techniques. After analysing the data, the findings strongly supported the assumption that business degree programs are effectively serving the purpose of enhancing managerial skills and competencies. Additionally, the business degree programs are addressing the needs of professionals by imparting the essential knowledge and expertise required for managerial positions and specific jobs. The main limitation of the study was the time constraint faced by the researcher. The subjects in this study were strictly confined to business alumni and students, and the results and findings were based on their insight and awareness regarding business studies and MBA programs. The study concluded that business degree/MBA programs in Pakistani society largely facilitate graduates in securing their desired cadre jobs. Consequently, this phenomenon may lead to an overall benefit to our society/country.