Author:
W. Booker Bryan,Tucker Walter
Abstract
Purpose
– This study aims to investigate if new ways of delivering higher education can contribute to economic revitalization by enhancing the economic competitiveness of the workforce.
Design/methodology/approach
– Case study/conceptual paper.
Findings
– This study establishes suggested criteria by which push and pull elements can be utilized to streamline the much needed pedagogical process for mid-career professionals taking asynchronous online graduate classes.
Research limitations/implications
– This study had very small sample and focused on further education of mid-career professionals.
Originality/value
– The current economic crisis requires new approaches to efficiently improving human capital, and this study proposes one successful approach.
Subject
Business, Management and Accounting (miscellaneous)
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