The Market Analysis Challenge

An interactive business simulation designed to enhance your strategic thinking and analytical decision-making skills

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About the Game

Develop critical business skills through real-world scenarios

The Market Analysis Challenge is an engaging and interactive business simulation designed for participants to enhance their analytical and strategic thinking skills in a real-world context. This game focuses on a fictional beverage manufacturer, RefreshCo, allowing players to navigate through complex business scenarios, analyse market data, and make informed decisions to improve company performance.

Skills Developed

Analytical Thinking

Evaluate complex data and make data-driven decisions

Strategic Planning

Develop long-term strategies for business growth

Problem-Solving

Identify and resolve critical business challenges

Communication

Articulate strategies and communicate effectively

Market Awareness

Understand market dynamics and consumer behavior

Background: RefreshCo

Understanding the business context

RefreshCo is a mid-sized beverage manufacturer specialising in soft drinks, flavoured waters, and energy drinks. Over the past three years, the company has experienced fluctuating profitability due to market competition, changing consumer preferences, and the launch of several new products that did not meet sales expectations. The company has invested heavily in marketing campaigns and product development but has faced challenges in achieving a consistent return on investment.

Key Business Data

Financial Performance

  • Year 1: $2.5M profit
  • Year 2: $3.0M profit
  • Year 3: $1.8M profit

Failed Products

  • Flavoured soda (Year 2)
  • Organic juices (Year 3)

Annual Expenses

  • Marketing: $1.0M
  • Production: $2.0M
  • R&D: $300K

Strengths

  • Established brand with loyal customer base
  • Strong distribution network

Weaknesses

  • Slow adaptation to market trends
  • High marketing costs with low ROI

Strategic Goals

Short-term: Increase product line effectiveness by analysing consumer trends to reduce failed product launches.

Long-term: Achieve a 10% increase in profit by the end of Year 4 through targeted marketing and better product development.

How It Works

Simple steps to start your business challenge

1

Start the Bot

Open the Telegram bot and begin your journey

2

Read the Story

Learn about RefreshCo and the challenges ahead

3

Select a Case

Choose a business scenario to analyze

4

Make Decisions

Answer strategic questions and solve problems

5

Get Results

Receive your score and skill assessment

Ready to Test Your Business Acumen?

Start your strategic thinking journey today and enhance your decision-making skills

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