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The MBA in 12 Weeks? How Abilitie is Changing Business Education with Bjorn Billhardt

Mar 3, 2025
Bjorn Billhardt, CEO of Abilitie and a seasoned expert in leadership development, shares insights on the future of business education. He discusses how AI is revolutionizing leadership training with real-time simulations that enhance decision-making and judgment. Bjorn emphasizes the importance of transfer skills over rote memorization and highlights the growing trend of mini MBAs. The conversation also explores AI's role in boosting social learning and improving essential management skills, redefining what it means to learn in the corporate world.
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  • Abilitie's innovative approach prioritizes experiential learning through interactive simulations, emphasizing decision-making and communication over traditional lectures.
  • The integration of AI in leadership training enhances adaptive learning environments, allowing real-time responses to participant choices for more authentic educational experiences.

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Transforming Leadership Development with Simulations

Ability is a leadership development company that utilizes interactive multiplayer simulations in its programs. These simulations allow participants to take charge of hypothetical companies and teams, making decisions in a risk-free environment. Instead of traditional lectures, the focus is on learning by doing, which emphasizes the importance of not just the decisions made but also the communication surrounding those decisions. This innovative approach aims to enhance the MBA experience and better prepare learners for real-world challenges.

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