Freshman Linked Cohort Classes In The Study Of Business: A Comparative Analysis Of Performance And Completion Of The Lower Division Core

Abstract

The paper presents the results of a study designed to measure the efficacy of using cohort linked freshmen courses in preparing students for the study of business.  Specifically, an experimental group of students were enrolled in three linked freshmen courses each oriented toward global business: 1) freshmen composition, 2) small group communications, and 3) introduction to global business.  The control group of students was enrolled in the introduction to global business course.  However, they independently enrolled in any other non-business focused freshmen courses to fill out their schedules.