The world of higher and further education has been changing rapidly and there has been a shift towards online education. Professional and regulatory bodies are indicating the importance of catering for online higher education. However, it is important to consider the effectiveness of online education in the development of skills required by the employers. As South Africa is facing high unemployment, graduating students should be equipped with more than just the qualification they registered to complete; they need to be employable. This article attempts to evaluate the effectiveness of a business related online learning module in order to develop skills in graduates which are desired by employers.