Future Work Academy

An immersive AI-powered business simulation for management education. Students lead Apex Manufacturing through 8 weeks of strategic decisions about AI adoption, workforce transformation, and cultural health.

For Educators

AI-powered essay grading with instructor override, 3 difficulty tiers, FERPA-aligned privacy mode, LMS integration via bulk CSV upload, and student feedback surveys. Learn more

For Students

Make strategic decisions, manage 17 stakeholders, consult 9 expert advisors, and receive AI-graded feedback with transparent rubrics. Attach charts and visualizations to strengthen your essay scores. Learn more

Grading Methodology

Essays are evaluated on 4 criteria (25 points each): Evidence Quality, Reasoning Coherence, Trade-off Analysis, and Stakeholder Consideration. Full methodology

Simulation Modules

Week 0: Orientation
Week 1: The Automation Imperative
Week 2: The Talent Pipeline Crisis
Week 3: Union Storm Brewing
Week 4: The First Displacement
Week 5: The Manager Exodus
Week 6: Debt Day of Reckoning
Week 7: The Competitive Response
Week 8: Strategic Direction

Resources

Academic White Paper
About Future Work Academy
Character Profiles
Student Guide
Instructor Guide
Platform Brochure

Created by Doug Mitchell. Contact: doug@futureworkacademy.com