An empirical investigation into the impact of ERP training on cross-functional education

Abstract

As business schools continue to adapt their curricula to reflect the movement of businesses towards a more process-oriented view of business, the role of crossfunctional education becomes increasingly important. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software offers a robust platform for integrating business processes and has just recently begun appearing in the business curriculum. No studies to date exist that examine the relative benefits of ERP systems as a tool for doing this. This study examines the impact of teaching ERP system concepts and modules on students= understanding of the cross-functional nature of business.