Evaluating BSE Curriculum Effectiveness through Student Feedback: A Descriptive Analysis of Learning Outcomes and Career Preparedness

Abstract

Aims: To evaluate the effectiveness and relevance of the BSE (Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship) by assessing its alignment with educational goals, entrepreneurial skill acquisition, and career preparedness through student feedback. Study Design: Descriptive and quantitative study. Place and Duration of Study: The data were collected during January 2025 to February 2025 at the university, specifically at the BS in Entrepreneurship program. Methodology: This study evaluates the performance and relevance of the Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship (BSE) curriculum using feedback from students gathered from 225 participants at one institution. The research assesses the alignment of the curriculum with educational objectives, competency development, and professional preparedness. The findings emphasize areas for enhancement, especially in course sequencing, and stress the necessity of incorporating student feedback into curriculum development to improve learning outcomes and career preparedness. The research advances Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4 by fostering inclusive and high-quality education. Results: Out of 225 respondents that completed the survey, the BSE curriculum received positive consideration ratings and inclusivity, as well as practicality, goal setting, and skill development, received the highest marks. Additionally, the best-rated components were the curriculum’s alignment with educational development goals (the BSE curriculum received the highest marks for this). However, regarding Curriculum Logical Subject Sequencing, “Curriculum Logical Subject Sequencing” got the lowest mean score of 3.07 which indicates the overarching issue of poor course sequencing that needs rectifying. It was also observed that the responses had a moderate scatter or variability, the standard deviations of 0.57 to 0.67 reflecting different levels of student experience. Conclusion: This study highlights that although the BSE curriculum is deemed effective and relevant, there is an underlying issue with course sequencing structure that can be improved. The study underscores the need to actively continue incorporating student feedback towards the design of the curriculum so as to better address the students’ learning outcomes and career prospects. This is aimed at improving the quality of tertiary education and the alignment of educational programs with the objectives of sustainable development goal number four which aims to provide inclusive and quality education at all levels.