- Docente: Nicola Tomesani
- Credits: 6
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: In-person learning (entirely or partially)
- Campus: Bologna
- Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Engineering Management (cod. 0925)
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from Sep 15, 2026 to Dec 16, 2026
Learning outcomes
To apply managerial knowledge to a simulation of the business reality in order to act in some organizational situations, acquire greater decision-making skills and apply the concepts of integration and coordination.
Course contents
The course contents consist of the management processes of a company, through a simulation software. All company functions are managed in an active way, leading the participants [1] to work in groups, [2] to make decisions under pressure, [3] to read and cope with competitive dynamics.
Readings/Bibliography
It is required to read the simulation software guide, which will be provided during the first lesson.
Teaching methods
The business game is based in group work (data analysis and decision making, remotely) and periodic discussion with the teacher (feedback and explanations, in the classroom).
Assessment methods
The effectiveness of the work is measured by the economic results and ranking achieved within the simulation platform.
Each group is required to compile periodic reports on the assessments and choices made.
Attendance is mandatory.
Teaching tools
As a support, software and spreadsheets are provided in cloud.
Health and safety training for activities carried out in computer laboratories and similar settings
Considering the types of activities involved and the teaching methods adopted, participation in this training activity requires all students—including incoming international students, such as Erasmus students—to complete the General Training Course (Module 1) and the Low-Risk Training Course (Module 2) via e-learning, available on the following webpage:
https://site.unibo.it/tutela-promozione-salute-sicurezza/en/training/students-general-and-specific-training
Office hours
See the website of Nicola Tomesani