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What is a business simulation?

Business Simulations are a form of 'serious gaming'.

Business simulations accelerate professional development by challenging participants with realistic and dynamic business scenarios to enable them to practice their decision-making in a psychologically safe environment, using the experiential and social concepts of 'learning by doing' and 'learning by discussion'.

What is a business simulation?

Business Simulations are a form of 'serious gaming'.

Business simulations accelerate professional development by challenging participants with realistic and dynamic business scenarios to enable them to practice their decision-making in a psychologically safe environment, using the experiential and social concepts of 'learning by doing' and 'learning by discussion'.

Business simulation games can be played individually or in teams as a tabletop exercise or, using technology, all with the aim of creating an immersive learning experience that is supported by review and feedback before, during, and after the activity. The level of difficulty may be adjusted for the seniority of participants, ranging from emerging talent right through to senior executives.

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Why should you use a business simulation?

Today, the pace of change is faster than ever before, and businesses must adapt by investing in their best asset: their people.

Business simulations are a unique form of experiential learning that challenges participants to adapt to changing environments, think creatively, and articulate insights.

Why should you use a business simulation?

Today, the pace of change is faster than ever before, and businesses must adapt by investing in their best asset: their people.

Business simulations are a unique form of experiential learning that challenges participants to adapt to changing environments, think creatively, and articulate insights.

  • Collaborative, discussion-led learning
  • Immersive learning intervention that engages everyone in the room
  • Psychologically safe experience that allows experimentation and mistakes
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How is our approach unique?

Our simulations are highly engaging, designed to encourage collaborative, discussion-led learning.

People who play our simulations are hooked on the experience; every participant is involved and challenged. We deliver lasting learning that measurably enhances participant knowledge, confidence, and business performance.

How is our approach unique?

Our simulations are highly engaging, designed to encourage collaborative, discussion-led learning.

People who play our simulations are hooked on the experience; every participant is involved and challenged. We deliver lasting learning that measurably enhances participant knowledge, confidence, and business performance.

We achieve these outcomes through:

  • Unique multi-user technology, with everyone involved on a phone, tablet, or laptop
  • Social learning through team-based play and open discussion
  • Discovery learning journey that is tailored to participants and learning outcomes
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Sectors we serve

Our simulations are used globally across a wide range of sectors and industries, and can be adapted to address industry specific challenges. Our clients are in sectors including:

Technology

Hospitality

Retail

Pharmaceuticals

Manufacturing

Government

When it comes to leadership learning, simulations are among the most effective tools. Participants are given the opportunity to explore new knowledge and skills in a safe and fun environment. Combined with a thorough review, it makes learning very applicable and helps participants prepare to apply what they have learned in the 'real' world.

Jean Vanhoegaerden, Professor of Leadership Practice, Hult Business School

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The simulations are a fun way for project teams, executives and leaders to understand the concepts of change management, as well as how to implement them. They leave the sessions with the key principles of change management firmly embedded, aiding them when they introduce a new business process, strategy, technology or project within the organisation.

Scott Milne, Director of Strategic Portfolio Management, MPAC, a Canadian public sector organisation

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How are the simulations delivered?

Our business simulations are adaptable and range from brief two-hour learning interventions, right through to intensive full-week programmes.

  • Accommodating small focused groups to large event audiences
  • Delivered directly by our team at Business Simulations
  • Option to get certified and facilitate simulations yourself for your organisation or clients
  • Available virtually or on-site

The discovery learning journey

The discovery learning journey

Participants will progress through our discovery learning journey:

  1. Introduction – Participants are introduced to the simulation and join using their own phone, tablet, or laptop
  2. Formation – Participants form teams, define roles and responsibilities, and agree on how they’ll make decisions
  3. Play – Teams engage with the simulation by making decisions, analyzing data, and responding to events
  4. Outcomes & insights – Facilitators provide the teams with real-time feedback, lead discussions on decisions and outcomes, and guide a closing reflection on key lessons
  5. Lasting learning – After the simulation the teams receive follow-up materials, exercises, and debriefs to reinforce and sustain their learning
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How can simulations improve financial acumen?

Businesses understand that financial acumen is critical to business strategy, and that developing financial acumen delivers clear, measurable gains.

How can simulations improve financial acumen?

Businesses understand that financial acumen is critical to business strategy, and that developing financial acumen delivers clear, measurable gains.

Our simulations give businesses a risk-free environment to empower their people with improved capability to make confident, informed decisions, align actions with business goals, and assess outcomes with clarity.


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Change management capabilities developed with simulation

For every organisation, change is hard. Strengthening change management capability across your organisation equips teams and leaders to navigate uncertainty, guide others through transition, and embed new ways of working.

Change management capabilities developed with simulation

For every organisation, change is hard. Strengthening change management capability across your organisation equips teams and leaders to navigate uncertainty, guide others through transition, and embed new ways of working.

When people understand how change works, they are more confident, more resilient, and more effective - making change stick and delivering better outcomes.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the duration of a simulation?

Simulations typically run between 2 and 10 hours, depending on the programme.

Is virtual delivery an option?

Yes, simulations can be delivered either virtually or in person, based on your requirements.

Can I facilitate the simulations myself?

Yes, we offer a comprehensive train-the-trainer programme to certify individuals to deliver our simulations independently.

Are simulations suitable for individual participants?

No, our simulations are designed for collaborative, team-based engagement and are not intended for solo participation.


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