Computer-based simulation can be described as “an online re-creation of a real business environment for the purposes of learning”. Users learn by doing, discovering and applying their experience in a highly interactive, risk-free and fun environment, and gain feedback on their performance. It is a powerful way for participants to consolidate their learning.
HRCgroup have at their disposal a number of computer-based business simulations. We also have over twenty years of experience in developing customised computer-based simulations for clients.
Computer-based simulations are an effective action-learning approach to learning as they can:
- anchor an initiative or new business process throughout an organisation, in a way that is fast, consistent, and compelling
- structure the experience to users’ profiles, eg by industry, initiative, role, function, team, etc
- give users access to information on the intranet or internet
- integrate local and global communities to enable collaboration, interaction, feedback and support from peers, experts and coaches
- access other online performance support
- monitor performance to gauge how well a team, unit or organisation is adhering to a new initiative or process
Three options for the use of simulation are available:
- a custom-built capstone simulation reflecting the unique and specific dynamics within your organisation and the skills and competencies to be developed. New technology and platforms allow these simulations to be delivered as part of a training event or in a virtual environment
- customisation of an existing simulation to reflect the targeted skills and competencies to be developed
- use of an existing simulation that closely supports the skills and competencies to be developed
Computer-based simulations are powerful and enjoyable tools delivering targeted and timely feedback on how well participants are integrating and demonstrating the use of the skills and competencies they are developing.