Building Microcomputer Business Simulations

Abstract

The advent of microcomputers has the capability of enhancing the learning experience attained by the use of business simulations. These games, however, can not be simply downloaded from the mainframe versions. the desk top computer is not a small mainframe. It has unique capabilities. Interactive capabilities must be built into these new simulations and the output needs to be directed to ascii files instead of paper in order to utilize the large number of microcomputer software in general use by the business world. With the use of what if’ scenarios, the micro simulations will allow students to make the connection between the theory as taught in the business schools and the practice as occurs in the business world.