EDUCATIONAL IMPACT
Venture Valley is an award-winning business simulation and innovation education game recognized for its excellence and impact in teaching financial literacy and entrepreneurship. Honors include a 2025 Best Entrepreneurship Education award (Money Awareness and Inclusion Awards), a Silver Anthem Award for mission-driven work, and awards from The Webby Awards, Serious Play, Tech & Learning, and the International Educational Games Competition at the European Conference on Games-Based Learning.
A recent academic report by Dr. Sepideh Kaffash, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Information Systems and Operations Management at Suffolk University, and Dr. Stephanie Couch, Executive Director of the Lemelson-MIT Program found that:
- 85% said the game helped them better understand business and entrepreneurship in a risk-free setting.
- 89% said the game helped them learn about the impact of resources and resource allocation.
- 83% reported increased knowledge of financial decision-making.
- 87% reported collaborating with teammates to make decisions or overcome challenges.
- 76% said playing the game encouraged them to consider a career in business, entrepreneurship, or innovation.
These findings complement a 2024 study by renowned research firm Dubit, which found that:
- 80% of surveyed players said Venture Valley effectively teaches entrepreneurship
- 82% stated they could imagine themselves as successful entrepreneurs after playing, showcasing the game’s significant impact on student learning and confidence.
Venture Valley Case Study
Gamifying Financial Literacy with the Venture Valley Video Game
