Research and assessment: A study of the competencies taught and competencies sought

Abstract

Existing literature reveals a disconnect between the assessment, evaluation, and research (AER) competencies sought by employers and those held by new professionals. The purpose of this descriptive study was to explore the content within master’s-level student affairs programs along with the literature pertaining to the needs of the profession. A content analysis of 45 AER course syllabi revealed research topics were more frequently listed in syllabi than assessment topics.