Publication Information
Journal: NAU Journal of Technology and Vocational Education
Volume: 1 (2014-2016)
ASSESSMENT OF THE ADEQUACY OF THE NBTE (2004) NATIONAL DIPLOMA AND HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA CURRICULAR FOR OFFICE TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT
Ekoh, A.C
Office Technology and Management Department Federal Polytechnic Damaturu Yobe State.
Okwuanaso, S. I
Vocational Education Department Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka.
The study focused on assessment of the adequacy of NBTE (2004) National
Diploma and Higher National Diploma curricular for Office Technology and
Management in soufr east and south south geo political zones of Nigeria. The purpose of
the study was to determine the adequacy of NBTE (2004) curricular by the OTM
implementers. Specifically, the study sought to determine the adequacy of the NBTE
(2004) curricular relative to; goals and objectives and general entry requirements. Out of
seven researcn questions and seven null hypotheses used for the dissertation study, two
researcn questions and two null hypotheses were used to guide this study. The study
adopted a survey aesign and the population was 145 OTM implementers in polytechnics
in south east and south south geo political zones of Nigeria. A total of 145 copies or
questionnaire were administered and 100% retrieval achieved. Data relative to tne
research questions were analyzed using arithmetic mean while z-test at 0.05 level of
significance were used for testing the null hypotheses. The results showed that the
respondents considered goals and objectives of the programmes very adequate and
general entry requirements adequate. Status significantly affected the respondents' mean
ratings on the two aspects. In view of the findings, it was concluded that the NBTE (2004)
curricular for ND and HND OTM were adequate in the two areas covered. Consequently,
the researchers recommends among others, that the NBTE should review the curricular
for the two programmes at least, every five years for currency and that management of
polytechnics should insist on admitting only qualified candidates into orogrammes.
Diploma and Higher National Diploma curricular for Office Technology and
Management in soufr east and south south geo political zones of Nigeria. The purpose of
the study was to determine the adequacy of NBTE (2004) curricular by the OTM
implementers. Specifically, the study sought to determine the adequacy of the NBTE
(2004) curricular relative to; goals and objectives and general entry requirements. Out of
seven researcn questions and seven null hypotheses used for the dissertation study, two
researcn questions and two null hypotheses were used to guide this study. The study
adopted a survey aesign and the population was 145 OTM implementers in polytechnics
in south east and south south geo political zones of Nigeria. A total of 145 copies or
questionnaire were administered and 100% retrieval achieved. Data relative to tne
research questions were analyzed using arithmetic mean while z-test at 0.05 level of
significance were used for testing the null hypotheses. The results showed that the
respondents considered goals and objectives of the programmes very adequate and
general entry requirements adequate. Status significantly affected the respondents' mean
ratings on the two aspects. In view of the findings, it was concluded that the NBTE (2004)
curricular for ND and HND OTM were adequate in the two areas covered. Consequently,
the researchers recommends among others, that the NBTE should review the curricular
for the two programmes at least, every five years for currency and that management of
polytechnics should insist on admitting only qualified candidates into orogrammes.
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education in selected secondary schools in Lagos state. Business Education
Journal 3
(3), 136-142
Akpan, V.CJ. (1997). Business education contemporary issues and strategies. Uyo:
Dorand Publisher.
Ezeji, S.C.O.A (2004). Basic principles of research in education. Enugu: Cheston agency
Ltd. Hornby, A.S. (2010). Oxford advanced learners dictionary, international Students
Edition,
(New 8th Edition). Oxford University Press.
Jen, S.U. (2006). Employers and polytechnic graduates assessment of polytechnic
engineering programme in the North - eastern states of Nigeria. Unpublished
Ph.D. Dissertation, University of Nigeria Nsukka.
Mbata, A. (1990). Towards a more effective manpower training and development in
the field of technical and development in the field of technical education in
Nigeria. A Journal of Technical Review 20 - 31.
NBTE, (2004). Office technology and management curriculum and course
specifications for National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma
(HND). Kaduna.
Ntukidem, E. (2000). Technological advancement in secretarial profession: Challenges
and implications for secretaries and educators of secretaries. Business Education
Journal 3
(3),
Ogwo, A.B. (1991). Developing and preliminary validation of a mechanical technology
ability test (METAI) for Nigeria Technical Colleges. Unpublished M.T.D. Thesis,
UNN.
Okebukola, P.A.O. (1997). Managing higher education in Africa. Lead paper
presentation at the African Regional Consultation Preparatory to the World
Conference on Higher Education. Dakar: Senegal.
Osuala, E.G. (1998). Foundations of vocational education. Onitsha: Cape Publishers
International
Oyagiri, O.J. & Nweke A.C. E. (2011). Information and communication technology
(ICT) skills required of office technology and management (OTM) lecturers' in
Nigerian polytechnics. A paper presented at the 1st Annual Conference of
Vocational and Technical Education Department, ABU Zaria in collaboration
with Business Educators in Vocational Education. 6-9 September.
Uwameiye, R. (1995).Vocational education. A missing link in Nigeria's quest for
national building. Education and national stability, A Book of Readings. In
E.N.'Okpara (Ed.) Association for Promoting Quality Education in Nigeria
(APQEN) 96 - 108.
Uzoagulu, A.E. (1998). Practical guide to writing research project reports in tertiary
institution. Enugu: John Jacob's Classic Publishers Ltd.
Wikipedia (2012). Programme objective. Retrieved on 10/07/2012 from
www.sil.org(lingualinks/literacy).