320 year 10 students gained an invaluable insight into the world of work when they took part in the SATRO Business Game over two days last week. Teams of students at The Winston Churchill School in Woking became stationery companies for the day manufacturing booklets which they had to sell to a discerning panel of buyers. The game stretched their minds and abilities in a way they never thought possible! They had a myriad of business decisions to make as the game unfolded and were aided in their tasks by a raft of business volunteers whose job it was to guide, support and encourage their teams as they got to grips with all the challenges inherent in running a business.
The stress levels were high as companies competed with each other to see who could make the most profit. Many valuable life skills were learnt with many students commenting, “ I didn’t realise how difficult it would be to manage a business and a team of people I don’t usually work with. There were so many different aspects I had to take into account, no wonder my Mum and Dad are stressed when they get in from work!”
Our raft of business volunteers also greatly enjoyed the experience with one stating – “I was completely impressed, not just with the excellent programme, content and organisation but with how the students performed and threw themselves into the tasks – so creative and full of enthusiasm - really gratifying. The skills they acquired throughout the day will stand them in good stead as they enter the world of work.”
Another resounding success for the SATRO Business Game.
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