#CareerBytes: These video games can teach you management strategies
Business management is a daunting task and not everyone knows it intuitively. There are many courses across institutions which teach this skill. However, those interested can get a jump on things as there are games which introduce the basics of management. They are fun to play and people get to learn about some important management concepts. Check out the best games below.
The name says it all, the best business game
Capitalism came out in 1995 and quickly became one of the most hardcore business games. Players can start a new business or manage pre-established businesses with set goals. They can choose which sector to go into and have to protect their company from competitors and grow profits. The game was modeled so well that Harvard and Stanford started using it to teach business management.
Colonialism is a great way to learn business
The ANNO series, which is currently under the Ubisoft umbrella, is a long-running game. In ANNO players land on an island and try to colonize it. It sounds simple, but the management of the colony's resources, while building a settlement at the same time, is a daunting challenge. There's a military angle to the game, as well, which players have to keep in mind.
Everything is a business if you run it well enough
Cities: Skylines is molded along the same lines of Sims. However, this game requires a lot more pre-planning and is more serious. The player has more power than a mayor and can essentially build a city, any way, they deem fit. However, if they don't plan out aspects like drainage, roads, highways, the city can get congested and collapse. Can you manage a metropolis?
Life management is business management
The Sims is one of the best selling games of all time. Players have to create avatars, manage them and all their desires. While not exactly business management, this game is much tougher especially since the characters are fickle-minded. Managing their desires is wholly complex and gives young players a window into management concepts. Try Sims today, you'll surely get addicted to it.
My friend, business is booming
Transport Tycoon came out in 1994. It still remains one of the best games to teach business management. Players start a transport business by taking interest bearing loans. They can then build routes and move products along the routes. They can expand their business by increasing routes or services. A most comprehensive business management game, it is a classic you should not miss.
