UPDATED 2024: In this course, you will have the opportunity to see the costs and risks associated with importing and exporting as you assist the fictional company, Central Products, expand their resources by purchasing materials from abroad. An introductory module to an important international finance topic, you will also begin to get a grasp on the ins and outs of global trade which can be built upon for a more robust understanding of international business. Course Type: Business Simulation. Worth 3 PDCs (SHRM).

UPDATED 2024: When it comes to factors that disrupt foreign economies, you might think of exchange rates or other financial factors. But did you know terrorism is one of the most impactful disruptors to global trade? In fact, there are many factors that can negatively affect foreign economies. In Outside Influences, you will have the opportunity to travel abroad with members of Central Product’s international team to research other businesses in foreign markets. And through this venture, you will learn how outside factors play into the global economy and how a business can work to make the most of difficult situations. Course Type: Business Simulation. Worth 2 PDCs (SHRM).

UPDATED 2024: As payroll professionals are well aware, there’s much more to payroll than the simple transaction of money for time. The practice includes pay structures, health insurance, benefits and multiple other facets. And sometimes, it’s helpful to go back to the basics for a quick refresher. That’s exactly what this course offers, in a narrative, story-based format. So, alongside the HR team at Central Products, you can see issues of payroll as they might happen in a real setting. Course Type: Business Simulation. Worth 3 RCHs (APA).

UPDATED 2024: When Steven Powers, the CEO of C.A.T. Enterprises, is suddenly called away on urgent business, you must take his place with the corporate strategy team to help assess the different risks involved with forecasting for the company’s next five years. Assessing Risk focuses in on concepts of sustainability and risk management, and teach you to lay the groundwork for the future. Course Type: Business Simulation. Worth 2 PDCs (SHRM).