business boardgames and simulations

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With the similarity of skills required in board games with those required in the work environment, board games have become a powerful training tool. The subjects addressed with this type of learning are diverse, and include effective decision-making, problem-solving techniques, development of creative thinking, improved personal communication, teamwork synergy, and more.

Using this innovative method of management training carries several advantages, namely:

Exposing Patterns of Thinking and Action

As learners play, their patterns of thinking and action, as well as the results of those actions, are brought to the surface. This makes it possible to analyse these habits and identify group tendencies. For example, a tendency to make decisions based on partial information and lack of dialogue may lead to unfavourable results in the game, thereby teaching the learner that he/she needs to improve his/her communication skills in the game and therefore in life.

Real-Time Feedback

When playing a game, the cause and effect relationship between an action and its results is almost instant. This makes it possible to examine, in real-time, the results of using thinking tools and structured patterns of action and behaviour. Team members may evaluate the personal qualities they provide to problem-solving situations, and nurture these abilities in the game and in real-life processes.

Personal, Team and Group Learning

Training learners through playing board games simultaneously works on personal skills, small team and large group interaction. Game situations may be planned and built so that learning is focused on a personal level (through one-on-one coaching), team interaction (two pairs playing against one another, where unanimous decision-making is required), or group aspects (presenting a game position on a screen and holding a discussion on the recommended course of action). This kind of flexibility lets us achieve a variety of multi-level learning goals.

Powerful Emotional Learning

Most of the subjects introduced and enhanced through board games can be presented in other, more conventional, ways. An added advantage of using board games is the strong emotional involvement of the participants. The cognitive challenges, the state of competition and the hands-on approach of board game training all contribute to greater awareness, openness to change and a fun-filled learning experience.

We are able to offer you a range of business board games addressing topics like: assertiveness, customer service, supply chain management, management and leadership and personal finance. We can also provide customised business board games, based on your specific needs and industry requirements.