Though simulations were introduced as a training technique yet they are more popular for management development. The case study, decision games, and role plays are more widely used simulation exercises.
Case Study: The case method is usually employed to enhance participation and interest among trainees. In-basket method, a variation of the case method, is used as a test as well as a training and development device. This method involves letters, notes, and document and reports purporting to provide on the job reality of the manager’s in basket. It purports to develop and measure decision-making ability of managers. At the very outset attempts are made to provide the trainees with background information regarding a simulated enterprise and its products, organization and key personnel.
Role Play : The role play is another group training method involving acceptance and playing of a role in real life drama. The major limitation of role playing for managerial development is that senior executives avoid responsibility and act only as observers and critics, while the junior executives become unduly concerned. To avoid this, the group should consist of individuals of the same general status and participation should be voluntary. This method enables the participants to become aware o the problems and perspectives of others with whom they deal.
Decision Games: Business games are classroom simulation exercises in which teams of individuals compete against one another or against an environment in order to achieve a given objectives. These games are designed to be representative of real life situations where a conducive atmosphere is created in which the participants play a dynamic role, and improve their skills through active participation and simulated experience. Most business games are expressed in the form of a mathematical model controlled and manipulated by an electric computer, while others can be played manually. Decision games are intended to teach trainees how to take management decisions in an integrated manner. The participants learn by analyzing problems and by making trial-and error decisions. Such games illustrate the existence of various group processes including communication, the resolution of conflicts, the emergence of leadership and the development of ties of friendship.
Case Study: The case method is usually employed to enhance participation and interest among trainees. In-basket method, a variation of the case method, is used as a test as well as a training and development device. This method involves letters, notes, and document and reports purporting to provide on the job reality of the manager’s in basket. It purports to develop and measure decision-making ability of managers. At the very outset attempts are made to provide the trainees with background information regarding a simulated enterprise and its products, organization and key personnel.
Role Play : The role play is another group training method involving acceptance and playing of a role in real life drama. The major limitation of role playing for managerial development is that senior executives avoid responsibility and act only as observers and critics, while the junior executives become unduly concerned. To avoid this, the group should consist of individuals of the same general status and participation should be voluntary. This method enables the participants to become aware o the problems and perspectives of others with whom they deal.
Decision Games: Business games are classroom simulation exercises in which teams of individuals compete against one another or against an environment in order to achieve a given objectives. These games are designed to be representative of real life situations where a conducive atmosphere is created in which the participants play a dynamic role, and improve their skills through active participation and simulated experience. Most business games are expressed in the form of a mathematical model controlled and manipulated by an electric computer, while others can be played manually. Decision games are intended to teach trainees how to take management decisions in an integrated manner. The participants learn by analyzing problems and by making trial-and error decisions. Such games illustrate the existence of various group processes including communication, the resolution of conflicts, the emergence of leadership and the development of ties of friendship.
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