Strategic Simulation: Challenges & Perspectives

by Tariel ZIVZIVADZE

International Black Sea University. Dec 15, 2011

Strategic Simulation: Challenges & Perspectives

Outline Overview Educational Value Advantages Example: B-STRAT Challenges Perspectives

International Black Sea University. Dec 15, 2011

Strategic Simulation: Overview

The successful business schools of the world acknowledge the fact that the strategic business simulations are the incomparably effective tools in terms of developing business management skills. Their advantage over the standard ways of learning – lecturing, trainings, workshops, internships is enormous. The strategic business simulations are the “TOP LEVEL” of the business education.

International Black Sea University. Dec 15, 2011

Strategic Simulation: Educational Value

Criteria 1: Level of Involvement Criteria 2: Learning & Retention

Readings Lecturing/Seminars Group Exercises Case studies Trainings Workshops Internships Strategic Simulation

International Black Sea University. Dec 15, 2011

Strategic Simulation: B-STRAT Example

B-STRAT History B-STRAT Overview What do participants do in B-STRAT specifically B-STRAT Implementation B-STRAT Materials B-STRAT Benefits B-STRAT Applications

International Black Sea University. Dec 15, 2011

Strategic Simulation: Advantages

Understanding the BIG picture Strategic thinking and competitiveness Experiential learning Extended case Accountability and forward thinking Realistic

International Black Sea University. Dec 15, 2011

Strategic Simulation: Advantages

Interconnectedness of the disciplines Disciplinary Detail Financial responsibility Customer driven Meaningful content Critical thinking

International Black Sea University. Dec 15, 2011

Strategic Simulation: Advantages

Teamwork Interpersonal skills Leadership Just-in-time delivery Repetitive exercise

International Black Sea University. Dec 15, 2011

Strategic Simulation: Challenges

Complexity Going online Feedback

International Black Sea University. Dec 15, 2011

Strategic Simulation: Perspectives

Military Academic Sector Corporate Sector

International Black Sea University. Dec 15, 2011

Strategic Simulation: Challenges & Perspectives

by Tariel ZIVZIVADZE

International Black Sea University. Dec 15, 2011