You’ve Just Been hired—Now What? A Team-Based Business Simulation for an Introduction to Management Course

Abstract

In this article, an undergraduate introductory management course that combines an innovative and effective process that blends an Internet real-world workplace simulation with a team-based seminar approach is presented and discussed. The objectives included learning introductory management principles by setting clear and attainable goals, formulating work plans, giving and receiving useful feedback, using technology for research and communication, sharing the burden and rewards of collaborative effort, and evaluating the field of management as a career. Comparison to traditional teaching approaches revealed equivalent grade distributions, with student interest much higher in the new approach.