COMPUTERIZED BUSINESS GAMES IN ENGINEERING-EDUCATION

Computerized business games can be used in developing students' apprec iation of the complexities associated with the solution of multi-varia ble problems. Such exercises can assist in the development of more eff ective personal transferable skills such as team-work, problem solving techniques, and oral and written communication. Attention focuses pri marily on the CRAC business game but reference is also made to some of the other business games which are available. These are complemented with a detailed review of the support lectures and role playing exerci ses which are used in conjunction with the business game. The paper il lustrates the way the use of a computerized business game can signific antly enhance the development of personal transferable skills and busi ness awareness.