Push-and-pull lean strategy evaluation for online graduate courses

Purpose – This study aims to investigate if new ways of delivering higher education can contribute to economic revitalization by enhancing the economic competitiveness of the workforce. Design/methodology/approach – Case study/conceptual paper. Findings – This study establishes suggested criteria by which push and pull elements can be utilized to streamline the much needed pedagogical process for mid-career professionals taking asynchronous online graduate classes. Research limitations/implications – This study had very small sample and focused on further education of mid-career professionals. Originality/value – The current economic crisis requires new approaches to efficiently improving human capital, and this study proposes one successful approach.