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Executives speak out on MBA's competency in information technology.

Journal of Systems Management

| March 01, 1995 | Ramakrishna, H.V.; Vijayaraman, B.S.; Quarstein, V.A. | COPYRIGHT 1995 John Carroll University. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

In a rapidly and dramatically changing information systems environment, MBAs must be competent to use and manage information systems. This paper presents the results of a survey of executives. Its purpose is to assess the preparation of MBAs in information technology concepts and skills. There is clear evidence that the preparation is falling short of the need. Implications for organizations that hire MBAs are discussed.

During the past two decades the changes in the organizational environment of information systems/technology have been revolutionary. In the research we conducted, we set forth to find answers to the following questions:

* Are MBAs adequately ...

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