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Transform your MIS course with the only simulation that combines real-world data analytics with competitive strategy. Students analyze real datasets, compete against classmates, and develop practical Excel skills -all while you save 10+ hours per semester.
Why Students Actually Complete This Assignment
Unlike passive case studies, interactive simulations create real engagement. Research confirms it, and so will your students.
Real Stakes, Real Investment
When students compete against classmates for electoral votes, every decision matters. Wins and losses mean something, creating motivation you can't manufacture with textbook problems.
Learn by Applying
Research shows simulation-based learning improves knowledge retention. Students apply classroom concepts, experiment safely, and build confidence through hands-on practice.
Deadlines That Matter
Turn-based structure with real deadlines means students can't procrastinate because their competitors are acting. This creates natural pacing throughout the semester.
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Why Instructors Choose MISSimulation
Everything you need to transform your MIS course without the headaches
Save 10+ Hours
AI evaluates every student's strategic reasoning automatically. Spend more time mentoring, less time evaluating submissions.
Research-Backed
Published in peer-reviewed journals. Faculty report increased student motivation and participation.
5-Minute Setup
Pre-built templates and assignments. Integrates with Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, or use standalone.
Free for Instructors
No setup fees, no licensing costs, no hidden charges. Students pay only $29 for semester access.
Plus: AI Can't Do This Work
Unlike essays and reports that AI can generate, MISSimulation requires skills that AI tools can't replicate. Here's why:
Unique Islands
Every simulation generates unique populations and dynamics. No answer key exists to find -or generate.
Live Competition
Outcomes depend on human competitors. AI can't predict what other teams will do.
Real Tool Execution
Students build real pivot tables with their unique data. AI can explain -it can't execute.
Strategic Reasoning
Students explain their thinking BEFORE outcomes. AI can't fabricate analysis of unseen data.
Is This Right For Your Course?
MISSimulation works perfectly for these business and technology courses
Perfect For These Courses:
- Management Information Systems
- Business Computing
- Business Analytics
- Data Science for Business
- Database Management
- Marketing Analytics
- Excel/Spreadsheet Analysis
- Decision Support Systems
Flexible Setup for Any Semester:
- 4-13 turn format adapts to your semester length (each turn = 1-2 weeks)
- No prerequisites required - students learn by doing
- Works with Excel or Google Sheets - no special software needed
- Fully customizable difficulty - adjust complexity to match your class level
Get Started in 3 Simple Steps
From signup to your first simulation in under 5 minutes
Sign Up Free
Create your instructor account in 60 seconds. No credit card, no commitment. Explore the full platform immediately.
Customize Your Course
Choose from pre-built templates or customize game length, datasets, and learning objectives to match your syllabus.
Invite Students
Share your course code or LMS integration link. Students register, pay $29, and you're teaching data analytics.
Questions from Instructors Like You
Quick answers to help you decide if MISSimulation is right for your course
Can I try it myself before committing to my class?
Absolutely. Your free instructor account gives you full access to explore the simulation, test scenarios, review the AI feedback system, and see all student-facing content. No credit card required. Start exploring today.
How much class time does this require?
15-20 minutes per turn for in-class discussion (optional). Students complete the data analysis and decision-making outside of class. You control the turn frequency. Most instructors run 1-2 turns per week.
What if students have technical issues?
We've got your back. Students get direct support access, and instructors have a dedicated support channel with 24-hour response time. Plus, there's a private instructor community to share best practices.
Do students need special software?
Just Excel or Google Sheets. The simulation runs in any web browser. Students download CSV files, analyze them in Excel/Sheets, and upload their decisions. No expensive software licenses required.
Can I customize the difficulty level?
Fully adjustable. Control game length (4-13 turns), dataset complexity, required analysis depth, and grading rubrics. Perfect for both undergraduate and graduate courses.
What support resources do I get?
Everything you need: Complete teaching resources including assignment templates, grading rubrics, sample syllabi, video tutorials, and access to our instructor community forum.
Is the electoral theme politically neutral?
Absolutely. Students compete on a fictional island (Misland) with no real-world political parties. The political framing is purely pedagogical. Everyone understands "winning votes." The skills taught are pure business: market segmentation, ROI optimization, and data-driven decision making.
How do you prevent free riders on teams?
Built-in accountability. The system tracks individual student activity: login frequency, actions created, time spent, and contribution rate. You'll see automatic alerts for inactive students or potential free riders before it's too late to intervene.
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What Your Students Will Say
Published research shows instructors using MISSimulation report increased student motivation and participation. Here's what students experience:
"I got more out of this class than out of any other online class I've ever taken"
"Great blend of interesting online tools, group work, lectures and hands-on learning"
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Students pay one-time access fee β’ Professors pay nothing
Zero cost to you, your department, or your universityStop Grading. Start Mentoring.
The only MIS simulation with AI-powered strategic thinking analysis. Your students submit their reasoning before each decision. Our AI evaluates their thought process, provides comprehensive feedback, and identifies learning gaps. You get detailed insights into your entire class's understanding without spending hours grading.
AI-Powered Strategic Analysis & Coaching
Strong PerformanceData-Driven Strategic Thinking
Student's Approach: "We integrated customer survey data with demographic analytics to identify our target market segment. Analysis revealed strong preference patterns among specific income groups..."
- Effective market segmentation using demographic data
- Clear connection between data insights and business decisions
- Demonstrated understanding of customer analytics
- Integrated multiple data sources for comprehensive analysis
- Consider competitive landscape in strategic planning
- Articulate expected ROI more explicitly
Business Analytics & Forecasting
Automate Tedious Grading & Save Time
- Instantly evaluate the quality of a student's strategic thinking against a consistent, objective rubric.
- Free up dozens of hours per semester, allowing you to focus on high-level mentoring and classroom insights.
- Gain unprecedented insight into the thought processes of your entire class, identifying common misconceptions or areas of strategic brilliance.
Develop Essential Career Skills
- Students don't just click buttons. They learn to articulate and defend their business plans with data.
- Receive comprehensive, multi-section feedback reports with detailed coaching on strategic thinking, root cause analysis, and data-driven decision making.
- Bridge the critical gap between academic theory and the communication skills required in the modern workplace.
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In-depth discussion covering real-world case studies (Target analytics, Obama 2012 campaign, Trump vs Harris 2024) and how professors successfully integrate simulation into business curricula.
What Makes MISsimulation Special?
Electoral campaigns provide an engaging teaching environment with clear success metrics (winning elections), time pressure (turn deadlines), competitive dynamics (multiple teams), and realistic datasets - designed to make abstract business concepts immediately tangible and support development of practical analytics skills.
Real Dataset Mastery
Students analyze datasets with 13,000+ voter records, master Excel pivot tables, VLOOKUP functions, and demographic filtering using realistic data containing voter registration, income, and survey responses. Each turn requires uploading targeted address lists and campaign strategy files.
Turn-Based Strategic Decision Making
Students make 5-7 strategic decisions per game turn, upload targeted address lists, select campaign issues based on data analysis, and receive immediate feedback through updated electoral maps and voter sentiment tracking across 3-4 competitive teams per district.
Flexible Course Integration
Pre-built assignment templates, automated student progress tracking, downloadable performance analytics, and flexible game duration (4-13 turns) to fit any semester schedule. Instructors customize learning objectives while maintaining proven pedagogical structure.
Complete Business Analytics Coverage
Covers core business analytics concepts including customer segmentation, predictive modeling, resource optimization, and competitive analysis. Students master CSV file manipulation, data visualization, and strategic planning through campaign management that mirrors Fortune 500 business practices.
Featured Case Studies
These case studies illustrate why analytics work requires human judgment that AI can't replicate. AI can summarize what these campaigns did -but it couldn't have made the real-time decisions these teams made with incomplete data and live competition.
Real Industry Applications: Why Professors Choose MISsimulation
The voter segmentation, demographic filtering, and CSV file manipulation that students master through MISsimulation directly mirror the methodologies used by leading companies. This exact skill transfer makes your curriculum immediately applicable to modern business challenges.
This is why professors choose MISsimulation: Students see immediate relevance between their coursework and billion-dollar business applications, making your teaching more impactful and memorable.
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Educational Research Findings
Published in Journal of Statistics and Data Science Education (2023)
Academic research published in the Journal of Statistics and Data Science Education found that students using MISSimulation showed enhanced engagement, improved analytical thinking, and stronger practical data skills compared to traditional instruction methods. Students demonstrated enhanced Excel proficiency, data visualization capabilities, and strategic thinking through competitive scenarios.
Research Demonstrated:
- Students reported higher engagement with data analysis concepts
- Improved Excel and Tableau proficiency through practical application
- Enhanced understanding of business analytics through competitive scenarios
- Faculty observed increased student motivation and participation
Actual Student Feedback:
"I got more out of this class than out of any other online class I've ever taken"
"Great blend of interesting online tools, group work, lectures and hands-on learning"
Research-Backed Excellence
Featured in Journal of Statistics and Data Science Education (2023)
Academic research shows enhanced student engagement and improved analytical skills
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