Teaching a first-level programming course to management students: a flexible approach

Many universities are providing a flexible format in their teaching programmes. A wealth of literature exist on the various methods that many researchers have employed in providing a flexible learning environment for students. However, much of the current research focuses on instructional design and learner characteristics in general rather than on specific course areas. This study explorers the use of a flexible approach to teaching management students the rudiments of programming in a business degree. The results of this study indicate student performance has been enhanced through the use of the flexible learning approach and that they believe Web-based technologies provide an effective learning environment. Further research is being conducted to extend these findings to other student cohorts.