To teach how strategic simulation can improve the management of change and development in production, services and innovation

• Explain the prerequisites for the scenario and the numeric simulation
• Develop scenarios which are consistent to the prerequisites
• Chose input and output variables for the simulation
• Use of narrative and numeric simulation for a bounded problem, so the two methods supplement each other
• Design scenarios and simulation models, so they challenge the present situation and are credible for the future situation
• Do a systematic verification and validation of the numeric simulation model
• Give a clear, visual and logical statement of simulation models and results
• Analyse and evluate their own simulation pracsis in relation to the other learning targets in the course

To teach the student how to combine narrative and numeric simulation methods of relevans for strategic management in relation to production, service and innovation. Scenario analysis is combined with computer simulation models in a practical oriented project within an empirically specified area. Examples are knowledge management, balanced score card systems, lean and/or competence strategy development.It is relevant for students applying jobs within the fields of strategic management and consultancy in private or public areas.