Hugely popular economic instructor, Dr. Raja Kali, is now blogging. Be sure to keep up with him and his insights into the world of economics at http://scale-free-economics.blogspot.com/. Dr. Kali teaches an economics class during the first semester of the Walton MBA. This class is consistently listed as a favorite in exit interviews held with graduating students. Students have loved his class so much that they have asked for further opportunities to take his courses. Because of his popularity and the current obsession that many are experiencing in regard to our economic situation, a professional development course taught by Dr. Kali was developed. This semester, he is now leading a discussion titled, "Realtime Economics" for one hour every other week. Walton MBA students can take this 8 hour series and earn one hour of professional development.
Over the course of the three-semester curriculum, MBA students earn 5 hours of professional development credit. This is earned in many different ways. One way it to take a "short course" such as the one Dr. Kali is teaching. By offering different topics throughout the three semesters, students are able to select what is most important to them - to "tailor" their degree program. Other ways of earning professional development credit include: image consulting, attending guest speakers, etc. There are many different ways to earn the credit and also many different opportunities are provided.
It is important that an MBA program stay current and up to date. By requiring professional development credits, the Walton College is able to implement new, "hot" topics quickly. Each year, the options offered differ. What is important and vital now may not be next year. We are able to respond to current demands and needs. I believe this sets us apart.
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