DYNAMISM OF THE SOCIETY: THE NEED FOR EVALUATION IN BUSINESS EDUCATION

Abstract

The dynamic nature of society is obviously part of the driving force which makes Business Education curriculum evaluation inevitable. Business Education is education which is concerned with the preparation of skilled manpower capable of playing a crucial role in the social and economic development of a nation. Owing to the dynamic nature of the force driving changes in the schools, industries and society, the issue today is not so much about the importance of Business Education but about how to ensure its relevance, responsiveness and value in an increasingly dynamic and global economy. Thus this paper focused on ‘Dynamism of the Society: The need for Evaluation in Business Education’. The paper looked at the concept of dynamism of the society, Business Education curriculum and programme evaluation. It also examined the need for evaluation in Business Education programme as well as factors militating against Business Education programme evaluation. It was recommended amongst others that for Business Education to adequately respond to the challenges and dynamic nature of the society, a functional, dynamic and living Business Education curriculum evaluation process should be articulated and implemented.

Key words: Dynamism of the Society, Business Education, Evaluation, Programme Evaluation.