Use our in-depth Business Game for Experiential Learning

SimVenture is a powerful and popular resource because the simulation offers users so much scope for learning in a highly engaging, authentic and sustainable manner.

Depth of coverage - SimVenture covers an extensive range of business areas to ensure that every element of running a company is included within the simulation. Download a demo copy of SimVenture and see for yourself how it works.

Integrated help - Easily accessible help and advice is provided in various forms within the simulation. Video and interactive media is available so you can learn how SimVenture works and understand how to run a virtual business, Plenty of written information is included which not only helps you to run a virtual company but also provides a rich source of business and entrepreneurship information. Have a look at the video tutorials on this website (and available within the game) to see how SimVenture works.

Breadth of application - Other features are included (such as multiple difficulty levels, tutor alerts and random events) to allow the software to be adjusted to suit different contexts, abilities and audience needs. This flexibility enables teachers and trainers to make effective use of the software in schools, colleges, universities and a wide variety of commercial and voluntary sector settings. Watch the walkthrough videos to learn more about SimVenture.

Business Areas - Click on the links below to view screenshots of pages within the software.

• Market Research , Competition Research, Customer Feedback 
• Marketing Promotions, Advertising, Direct Marketing, Public Relations, Networking, Website, Events and Exhibitions
• Pricing, Target Markets, Selling Points Sales Channels,  Distributors, Personal Selling
• Product Design, Purchasing, Production, Quality Control 
• Banking, Accounts,
• Loans, Equity Investment, Grants, Overdrafts 
• Forecasting, Profit & Loss, Cashflow, Budgets, Targets 
• Premises, Relocation, Staff Skills, Resources, Legal
• Recruitment, Selection, Management, Training,
• Time Management, Efficiency

 Integrated Help and Advice

• Key Considerations included within every page
• Tips & Traps, 'Real World' information
• Virtual Advisor
• Video Tutorials, Playing Instructions, 'Solve a Problem', Tutor Notes
• Player Hints
• Links to key websites
• Glossary of terms

 Other Features

• Multiple Difficulty Levels
• Scenarios covering a selection of business problems
• Save and Load
• Monthly Reports, Profit & Loss, Cashflow, Balance Sheet
• Historical data, Charts
• Unexpected events
• Multiple Currency options
• Custom Content, Tutor Alerts
• Business Planning Guidance and  Template