The Chocolate Simulation places learners into a homebased, small business where they
develop a line of chocolates to sell in local farmers markets and festivals.
The exercise will enable players to experience a business startup on a small scale,
develop an entrepreneurial mindset, and realize that they too can be an entrepreneur.
It also teaches budding entrepreneurs how to succeed with limited startup capital and
lots of entrepreneurial grit.
Duration: 5 to 7 hours of work to play through 8 decision rounds, representing 8 weeks
in game time.
Start date: February 21. There will be a one-hour introduction to the simulation at 7:30
am, New York time. Then players will work on their own to complete the work over the
next two weeks.
Check in: February 28. There will be a one-hour check in to review progress, problems,
questions, and plans, starting at 7:30 am, New York time. Candidates should have
completed the first 4 decision rounds by this time.
Wrap up: March 7. There will be a one-hour review of the Chocolate Simulation and its
applicability to develop basic business skills and an entrepreneurial mindset.
Coaching: Throughout the play of the game, the Executive Business Coaches will be
available to answer questions and provide guidance.