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​MBA Learning Goals

Babson assesses these desired student learning goals as part of its commitment to continuous program improvement. The assessment of these learning goals will take place within identified courses in each program on a periodic basis.

The MBA learning goals include:

Entrepreneurial and Innovative Thinking

Babson MBA graduates can identify, assess, and shape opportunities in a variety of contexts. They use creative and innovative approaches to develop and act on opportunities to create value for stakeholders and society.

Ethics and Social Responsibility

Babson MBA graduates demonstrate the ability and inclination to make decisions based on values and take actions that show an awareness of and attempt to serve all stakeholders.

Global

Babson MBA graduates recognize and evaluate global opportunities while incorporating cultural context and complexities associated with managing in a global environment.

Integration

Babson MBA graduates draw upon multiple functional perspectives concurrently to shape comprehensive responses to business challenges and opportunities.

Business Acumen

Babson MBA graduates generate and synthesize information, then apply functional business skills to make and implement timely and informed decisions.

Teamwork

Babson MBA graduates recognize the importance of effective team work, value diverse perspectives and skills, and willingly assume a variety of roles to accomplish team goals.