Theses and Dissertations at Montana State University (MSU)
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Item An assessment of the continuing education needs of secretaries in Honolulu, Hawaii(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Business, 1994) Woienski, Naomi; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinThe major purpose of this study was to assess the continuing education needs of secretaries in Honolulu, Hawaii. To collect data for the study, questionnaires were sent to 150 head secretaries in Honolulu, Hawaii, offices. The simple random sample was selected from the Honolulu Chamber of Commerce 1992 Directory of Member firms. Forty-three usable returns were received. Thirty-two percent of the respondents reported that they were employed by businesses which employed over 100 full-time employees, and thirty percent were employed by businesses employing less than 10 full-time employees. Ninety-seven percent of the respondents were female, 37% of the respondents were between the ages of 25-35. Salaries of over $10.00 per hour were reported by 81% of the respondents. Seventy-nine percent of the respondents continued their education beyond high school. The findings of the study showed that more than half of the respondents, sixty-five percent, believe they have a continuing education need in computer software. Only 4.6% of the respondents did not indicate any area of continuing education needs. The other two common areas of continuing education needs were management and human resources. Over 75% of the respondents report that they would prefer taking continuing education courses at a community college or state university setting. The data from the study indicated that most secretaries in Honolulu do not believe continuing education courses earn secretaries a higher wage. More than half of the respondents also do not believe that their level of education has impacted any promotion opportunities. The data also showed that only 25% of the secretaries believe that their employer would be willing to pay more for a secretary who pursues continuing education courses. Almost half of the respondents believe that their employers are willing to pay for their continuing education courses. Of the secretaries who believe their employers would help pay for their education, 37% felt that their employers would reimburse them for the full tuition costs. The data revealed that the most influential factor for secretaries in Honolulu to pursue continuing education courses is the belief/knowledge that furthering their education would actually enhance their career path. Based on the findings of the study, the writer recommends that educators prepare secretarial students for the varied perceptions of the profession, that secretarial students be challenged to develop a career path, that college business educators develop a close working relationship with the business community, that the college or university offer. career path counseling seminars for secretaries, that a seminar also be facilitated by the college of business faculty for local employers relating to their secretaries, and that the university offer a seminar on employer/employee communication.Item A follow-up study for business education at Bozeman Senior High School(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Business, 1987) Ross, Margaret Saxman; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinThe purpose of this study was to evaluate the business education program at Bozeman Senior High School, Bozeman, Montana by conducting a follow-up study of graduates from the classes of the past five years--1981 through 1985. Graduates were asked to answer questions in four major areas: (1) appropriateness of course content, (2) necessary standards of performance, (3) adequacy of preparation for entry-level positions, and (4) ranking of overall business education program. At the high school level, we wanted to determine the adequacy of instruction as it related to the goals of the high school graduates, the appropriateness of course content and instructional equipment, the nature of the entry jobs of graduates, and choices of graduates in post-high school education.Item Reasons for increased suspensions and probations in the department of business education and office systems(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Business, 1986) Sulgrove, John Lyall; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinThe purpose of this study was to investigate possible reasons for increased student suspensions from the Department of Business Education and Office Systems in the College of Business at Montana State University. The sources of data for this study were obtained from student records on file at the College of Business, Montana State University. Additional student record data and information was obtained from the Montana State University Office of Admissions and from Montana State University Testing Services. When all information had been gathered, the findings were compiled and analyzed. The results were then set up in tables for clarity. A written description and an analysis of the data supplement the tables. The conclusions were (1) the Department of Business Education and Office System's main concern over suspensions should be with the Administrative Assistant Program as evidenced by the large-majority (67 percent), of suspended students in that program, (2) below average stanine scores (less than 4) should immediately be an indicator that a student may have problems, (3) the university calculated high school grade point average for the students and the student's rank in high school class are strong indicators of future performance, (4) of the total number of suspended students, over half, 51 percent, were on probation from 2 to 3 quarters, (5) students enrolled in the Department, knowing they must meet minimum requirements in a pre-requisite type program as freshmen and sophomores in order to advance into the main program as juniors and seniors, will be less likely to encounter academic problems, and (6) the accounting course, BUAC 224, Principles of Accounting, remains the single largest stumbling block for students enrolled in the Department of Business Education and Office Systems. Some of the recommendations were (1) review any unique environmental and institutional factors so as to enhance capabilities for retaining students who may encounter academic problems, (2) prediction profiles should be developed and tested for freshmen as soon as a working profile is completed, and (3) since an overwhelming majority of the suspended students were enrolled in the Administrative Assistant program, a preparation program unique to students enrolled in this area should be instituted.Item Software applications on microcomputers in secondary marketing education programs(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Business, 1985) Painter, John E.; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinThe purpose of the study was to identify the ways that secondary Marketing/Distributive Education Programs are using computers and the specific software employed. The survey instrument was mailed to 180 National DECA member Marketing/DE Programs which represented 50% of the member programs in the states of MI, ND, SD, WA, VA, and OR. Ninety usable returns were received on which sixty-six instructors indicated that they were utilizing computers in some way. These replies were tabulated and analyzed. From this data and a review of literature it was concluded that computers are a very new part of the majority of Marketing/DE programs in the states surveyed. The amount of time that most students use a computer for Marketing classes was reported as less than one hour per week. The most common computers in Marketing are the Apple II series (II, II+, IIe, and IIc ) and the software designed to run on these machines. Word Processors, spreadsheets, and simulations are the most common types of software being utilized. The following programs were the most frequently mentioned by name as being used successfully: Appleworks and Applewriter by Apple, the DECA contest series, Enterprise Sandwich Shops from Gregg/McGraw-Hill, Gadgetronics from Southwestern, Jeans Factory from Phillips Petroleum Company, the CDEX training programs, and Free Enterprise from SRA Software. The recommendations made by the researcher include the following: that provision be made for students to have more hands-on-time, machine purchases for Marketing should reflect the ownership patterns of the local busines community and not be based solely on what a school district has or on price, a national clearinghouse should be established to exchange information about computers and software in Marketing, and the types of usage should be expanded. It is also recommended that additional studies be conducted to establish if there is a correlation between usage of computers and enrollment in Marketing classes.Item Evaluation of the master's degree and program in the School of Commerce at Montana State University by master's alumni and graduate students(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1972) Hageman, Richard AlvinThe purposes of the research project were to attempt to determine the employment utility of a master's degree obtained through the School of Commerce at Montana State University; to evaluate the curriculum in the School of Commerce in search of additions and improvements; and to evaluate the organization and administration of the graduate program in the School of Commerce. Data were collected by mailing questionnaires to 59 alumni who had received master's degrees between June 1966 and August 1971, and hand-delivering questionnaires to ten graduate students who were currently enrolled in the School of Commerce during March 1972. Forty three questionnaires were returned. Alumni respondents had pursued occupations in the general fields of education, general business, and technology. Fourteen respondents felt that their possession of master's degrees had aided them in obtaining employment; seven respondents felt that their master's degrees had given them difficulty in obtaining employment. Twenty two respondents felt that the knowledge they gained while studying for their master's degrees was beneficial to them during the initial adjustment periods of their employment. Twenty five respondents felt that their gained knowledge was beneficial throughout their employment. The master's degree had enhanced the advancement opportunities of twenty two respondents. Twenty four respondents believed that their master's degrees were responsible for increased salary levels. Five of the forty three respondents expressed dissatisfaction with the standards and procedures for admission to graduate school. Four of the five felt that the Graduate Record Examination should not be required. Respondents were nearly equally divided on whether certification should be a prerequisite for a master's in Business Education. Four respondents suggested that the School offer an MBA, possibly coordinated with the University of Montana. Three respondents felt that too much "red tape" was involved with the graduate program. A majority of respondents felt that individual graduate programs should emphasize business subjects rather than education subjects. Many respondents were dissatisfied with the amount of guidance they had received from their graduate committees. Twenty two respondents preferred a comprehensive exam consisting of a combination of oral and written tests. It is recommended that: guidance activities for graduate students be examined; the administration of the graduate program be reviewed for possible simplification, and; the School of Commerce examine the possible use of the combination form of comprehensive exam.Item A study to examine the current secondary business education offerings in the southcentral region of Alaska, specifically the Anchorage Borough, Kenai Borough and the Matanuska-Susitna Borough school systems(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Business, 1989) Nye, Sam Arnold; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinThis study was needed to determine current secondary Business Education offerings and to assess the strengths and weaknesses of Business Education programs in southcentral Alaska. Results of this study will help individual schools as well as the subject school districts to compare current offerings to national trends in Business Education curricula. This study also identifies schools that currently do or do not offer Business Education programs. This will assist individuals considering seeking business teaching positions in the southcentral area of Alaska.Item A follow-up study of D. E. graduates from Montana State University from 1965-1971 with the implications for curriculum change(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1972) Stalnaker, Charles; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Norman L. MillikinThe purpose of this study is to evaluate the curricula used in the preparation of distributive education teacher-coordinators, specifically at Montana State University and generally at other institutions and to determine their relevance and usefulness to the secondary or junior college distributive education teacher-coordinator. The specific goals of the study are (1) to define the present and future needs of distributive education teacher-coordinators; (2) to determine whether these needs are being met by current teacher-preparation curricula; and (3) to suggest specific curriculum changes that would enhance the value of the Distributive Education Option at Montana State University. In defining the present and future needs of distributive education teacher-coordinators , and examining the way in which those needs are being fulfilled, the further goal of arriving at some general recommendations concerning curriculum development and revision nationwide will be realized.Item An evaluation of the business education curriculum at Culbertson High School as determined by a survey of recent graduates(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1972) Halseide, Ivell Ryder; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Daniel G. HertzThe purpose of this study was to help determine whether or not the curriculum offered by the business education department of Culbertson High School was sufficiently serving the needs of the students who are enrolled in that school. With the prospect of improved instruction and a broader curriculum, this study was designed to produce a follow-up survey of the graduates of Culbertson High School and appropriate recommendations for the subsequent improvement of the program. In order to reach a conclusion and make recommendations, this study attempted to answer the following questions: 1. What are the present occupations of the graduates? 2. How many of the graduates of Culbertson High School enrolled in a post-secondary school? 3. How many of the graduates completed a course at a postsecondary institution? 4. Which business education courses did the graduate take while they were enrolled in high school? 5. Which of the courses that they took have proven the most useful since their graduation from high school? 6. Which of the courses that they took have proven the least useful since their graduation from high school? 7. What courses would the former graduates like to see initiated at Culbertson High School? 8. What is the recommended business education curriculum for a small high school? 9. What courses are other small high schools offering in the business education area? The need for this study was found in the fact that a follow-up study had not previously been done, and that there had been very little change in the business education curriculum for many years.Item A follow-up study to evaluate the Columbia Falls High School educational and vocational guidance programs(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1971) Ross, Virginia Burch; Chairperson, Graduate Committee: Harvey A. LarsonThe purpose of this study was to determine whether or not courses of study and occupational guidance provided at Columbia Falls High School were sufficient to meet the needs of the students who were enrolled at Columbia Falls High School. The survey was concerned with the following: 1. What educational levels were completed by the former students. 2. What were the former students doing vocationally or educationally. 3. Additional education the former students obtained since leaving Columbia Falls High School. 4. What types of employment were prevalent among the former students. 5. Did teachers or guidance personnel influence choice of occupation. 6. Did the former students receive adequate educational and vocational guidance while attending Columbia Falls High School. 7. Were the former students adequately prepared for initial employment upon leaving Columbia Falls High School. 8. Did the former students feel that occupational information, if made available, was beneficial or would have been beneficial before seeking employment. 9. Which high school courses were most beneficial for job employability. 10. Were there suggestions for curriculum revision which the former students felt would have been helpful for students who have not completed their high school education at Columbia Falls High School. The prime motivating factor behind this study has been the lack of data previously obtained in reaction to these questions.Item A follow-up study of the 1967-1968 bookkeeping graduates of the Dalles Senior High School(Montana State University - Bozeman, College of Professional Schools, 1969) Schick, James AlexanderThe problem in this study was the lack of available knowledge concerning the application of bookkeeping by graduates of The Dalles Senior High School who have completed the first-year course in bookkeeping. The need for such information has been demonstrated by the lack of agreement among those responsible for determining the instructional objectives of the course. A follow-up study of the 1967-1968 bookkeeping graduates was conducted to provide that information. The major reason for conducting a follow-up study of the 1967-1968 bookkeeping graduates of The Dalles Senior High School was to determine the application of a course in high school bookkeeping to the selection of a vocation or additional education in preparation for employment.
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