Graduate business education has been criticized for its inattention to integration of the curriculum and the development of specific skills in interpersonal relations, leadership, written and verbal communications, and in decision making under conditions of uncertainty. This article outlines a model for an MBA-level course in small business consulting with the potential for effectively addressing these shortcomings. The advantages and limitations of this model are discussed.
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