EXPLORING THE APPLICATION OF STRATEGY GAMES IN THE TRAINING OF MANAGERIAL SKILLS: AN ANALYSIS OF 10 EDUCATIONAL GAMES DEVELOPED BY SEBRAE

Abstract

Introduction: The growing complexity of the contemporary business environment demands constant updating of professionals' managerial skills. In this context, the use of strategy games stands out as a promising tool for developing these skills, allowing the simulation of decisions and strategies in a controlled environment.

 Objective: To investigate how educational games created by SEBRAE contribute to the development of managerial skills, analyzing their characteristics, pedagogical approaches, and potential benefits to the learning process.

 Methodology: The research adopts a qualitative approach, combining thematic analysis and secondary data collection. Data collection was conducted through a comprehensive literature review and analysis of the games themselves, focusing on educational elements that promote managerial skills.

Results: The results indicate that SEBRAE's educational games are valuable resources for developing managerial skills, providing simulated environments that encourage the practice of strategic decision-making and active learning. The analysis reveals distinct characteristics of each game, emphasizing their role in practical skill development.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56238/sevened2025.029-006