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The Trade-Off Game

Target GroupBachelorResource TypeExercise, Simulation/Serious GameDomainClimate Change Finance, Sustainable and Responsible Investment, Sustainable Financial Economy, EconomicsDuration1h to ≤ 2hAuthorFT
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Summary

  • In this simulation game, students can experience the complexity of the decisions sustainability-aware managers are faced with.

Relevant SDGs

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How to use

  • Faculty can use this game in class or as preparation to lectures on management and the contradictions of growing a business and keeping all stakeholders happy.
  • The game invites to discuss different management strategies and their effectiveness.

Teaching format tip

Exercise

Provide structured practice opportunities with clear performance expectations. Students should develop specific competencies through guided repetition and feedback. Use exercises to build foundational skills while encouraging peer learning and collaborative problem-solving approaches.

Simulation/Serious Game

Establish clear learning objectives before gameplay and debrief systematically afterward. Students should document decision-making processes, unexpected outcomes, and strategic adaptations during play. Use multiple rounds to test different approaches and compare results. Connect game mechanics to real-world systems, helping students transfer insights from virtual to actual contexts.

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Sustainability in the Banking industry

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    • Critical thinking
    • Self-awareness
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    • Normative awareness
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