Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Online simulation teaches students global business sense - BILL DELANEY, Ohio Morning Journal

Running a successful company is no small feat, and learning the ins and outs of the process is something that takes years to accomplish. But in a simulated environment, at least, Marinelly Simmonds has the hang of things. “So we have entry-level cameras and multi-feature cameras,” said Simmonds, a senior Kent State student through a partnership with Lorain County Community College, scrolling through an array of numbers on her computer screen. In addition to just those two products, there is plenty to account for: shareholder returns, research and development, yearly price figures and employment.