UPDATED 2023: Because budgeting is an indispensable aspect of business, this course covers the basics of the process through careful consideration of data audits, financial planning methods, and different variances. As important for a company project as personal finance, budgeting is a skill all people should learn and embrace. And alongside the virtual characters at Central Products, you can begin to build your understanding of this vital operation. Course Type: Business Simulation. Worth 2 PDCs (SHRM) and 2 CEUs (HRCI Business Credits).

UPDATED 2023: As you consider several Asian countries that represent major forces in the global economy, you will begin to understand why it is important to respect and work within the distinct cultures and business practices embraced in those parts of the world. And by acting the part of an intern for Central Products’ International Business team, you will have the unique opportunity to explore these markets from a virtual, narrative viewpoint. Course Type: Business Simulation. Worth 2 PDCs (SHRM).

UPDATED 2024: Preparing for new business ventures in foreign countries can be daunting. So, as the name implies, Navigating Global Culture in Business will help you learn to work effectively with cultures and ideas which often clash. As an intern for the fictional company, Central Products, you will experience cross-cultural ethics and disparity in communication styles while learning to master the challenges of setting up overseas offices, living and working abroad, and navigating relations with foreign government officials. Course Type: Business Simulation. Worth 22 PDCs (SHRM) and 22 CEUs (HRCI Global Credits).

UPDATED 2024: In order to better understand the different forecasting methods used to create business strategies, you will sit in on executive meetings at Lion Industries, where a marketing plan is being considered by top employees. Then, you will have the chance to observe C.A.T. Enterprises as the business leaders plan their future marketing strategies. Ultimately, by assessing the different methods and ideas between these two corporations, you will learn how forecasting is used in organizational goal setting. Course Type: Business Simulation. Worth 3 PDCs (SHRM).