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A growing library of inbox simulations, each authored by a faculty expert in the subject and grounded in their own research and experience, so every scenario carries the authority of someone who has lived the discipline, on the same validated inbox engine.

Human Resources

Lead HR at a 10,000-person aerospace company.

Authored by Robert PortnoyWashington University in St. Louis

Business Law

Navigate business-law issues as a facilities manager.

Authored by Rocky PerkovichDePaul University

Strategic Marketing

Turn around a stagnant footwear brand.

Authored by Jim KourmadasWilliam & Mary

Operations Management

Improve operations at a growing sensor manufacturer.

Authored by Joshua DwightCity University of Seattle

Business Information Systems

Weigh technology decisions as a store manager.

Authored by Bernie FarkasUniversity of Tampa

Sports Management

Run a struggling pro baseball franchise.

Authored by Zack DamonUniversity of Central Arkansas

Cultural Awareness

Lead across the U.S., Germany, and China.

Authored by Lori RadulovichBaldwin Wallace University

Healthcare Administration

Run operations at a new hospital location.

Authored by Christopher HarbenPenn State

Crisis Management

Steer a manufacturer through cascading crises.

Authored by John ParnellUniversity of North Alabama

Managerial Accounting

Guide an acquisition as a senior accountant.

Authored by David McCalmanUniversity of Central Arkansas

Exporting

Ship medical supplies into a crisis zone.

Authored by Bill RitchieJames Madison University

Business Analytics

Set portfolio strategy from the data.

Authored by Lori RadulovichBaldwin Wallace University

Financial Management

Advise on acquisitions as a financial consultant.

Authored by David McCalmanUniversity of Central Arkansas

Intro to Accounting

Keep the books at a fast-growing startup.

Authored by Willie ReddicDePaul University

What you get

Every inbox in the series.

  • Authored by credentialed faculty
  • Grounded in real research and industry experience
  • Domain-authentic scenarios
  • The same validated inbox engine

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Human Resources

Author. Robert Portnoy, Washington University in St. Louis

Role. Vice President of HR at a leading aerospace company with more than 10,000 employees.

Scenario. Respond to situations spanning employee conduct, recruitment and selection, compensation plans, and more, gathering and evaluating information from co-workers to make the best calls.

5 skills assessed

Business Law

Author. Rocky Perkovich, DePaul University

Role. Facilities Manager at a medium-sized production facility in the Midwestern United States.

Scenario. Respond to a variety of situations tied to core concepts of business law, evaluating information from co-workers to reach the best recommendations.

3 skills assessed

Strategic Marketing

Author. Jim Kourmadas, William & Mary

Role. Brand manager for a high-tech clothing manufacturer.

Scenario. Recommend a plan to turn around the stagnant footwear business, weighing segmentation, targeting, positioning, research, pricing, and branding.

4 skills assessed

Operations Management

Author. Joshua Dwight, City University of Seattle

Role. Process Improvement Manager at a well-established manufacturer specializing in sensors.

Scenario. Apply problem-solving and process-improvement approaches to current operations, recommending enhancements as the company aims to become a global leader.

5 skills assessed

Business Information Systems

Author. Bernie Farkas, University of Tampa

Role. Store Manager at a traditional, community-based household-goods retailer.

Scenario. Make decisions about technology's role in the business, relying on stakeholder data to identify issues, inform the right parties, promote solutions, and weigh consequences. Concepts include data integrity, PII, intellectual property, privacy, and security.

5 skills assessed

Sports Management

Author. Zack Damon, University of Central Arkansas

Role. General Manager for a professional baseball team that found early success but is now struggling to keep it.

Scenario. Make a championship run over the next two years by gathering and validating information, communicating with peers, and grounding decisions in ethical principles.

3 skills assessed

Cultural Awareness

Author. Lori Radulovich, Baldwin Wallace University

Role. Sr. VP of International Operations & Sales at a manufacturer of medical equipment for genetic testing, with locations in the U.S., Germany, and China.

Scenario. Manage the cross-cultural competencies, leadership styles, and communication skills needed to be effective in each region.

6 skills assessed

Healthcare Administration

Author. Christopher Harben, Penn State

Role. Vice President of Operations at Frederick County Health System's Smithville Hospital.

Scenario. Manage operations as the face of the newest location, deciding on budgeting and P&L, staffing and training, diagnostic systems and supplies, and client and staff concerns.

4 skills assessed

Crisis Management

Author. John Parnell, University of North Alabama

Role. Overseeing a multimillion-dollar manufacturer that produces sensors.

Scenario. Think strategically and make critical decisions to address a range of crises, navigating unclear or incomplete information to prevent or minimize the damage.

2 skills assessed

Managerial Accounting

Author. David McCalman, University of Central Arkansas

Role. Senior Accountant at a consulting firm specializing in asset valuation and acquisitions.

Scenario. Assess the firm's financial health, costs, and product-line profitability as it weighs a significant acquisition, reporting across multiple divisions.

5 skills assessed

Exporting

Author. Bill Ritchie, James Madison University

Role. Director of International Logistics for Congo Medical Supply, Inc.

Scenario. Coordinate the shipment of medical supplies from the U.S. to the Democratic Republic of the Congo amid political unrest and possible pandemic-related logistics shutdowns.

4 skills assessed

Business Analytics

Author. Lori Radulovich, Baldwin Wallace University

Role. Senior Vice President of Brand Management at a health apps and services provider.

Scenario. Recommend the product portfolio's strategic direction by interpreting data, managing two merged companies' product lines, growing U.S. sales, and forecasting demand.

5 skills assessed

Financial Management

Author. David McCalman, University of Central Arkansas

Role. Financial Consultant at Harrison & Hewitt, a firm specializing in asset valuation and acquisitions.

Scenario. Manage one of the firm's largest clients, analyzing financial statements, conducting valuations, and evaluating profitability to advise on potential acquisitions.

7 skills assessed

Intro to Accounting

Author. Willie Reddic, DePaul University

Role. Staff Accountant at Blue Mountain Soda Factory, a craft-beverage startup whose growth is outpacing its financial resources.

Scenario. Make recommendations on income statements, balance sheets, and financial ratios, showing the cross-functional importance of accounting.

4 skills assessed