Serious games are becoming increasingly popular as learning tools in management education. Owing to their engaging nature, they enhance students' intrinsic motivation for learning and provide challenging environments for problem-based and experiential learning. However, they also require changes to instructional and pedagogical strategies in order to leverage the full potential of problem-based learning.
This paper suggests using simulation games based on enterprise resource planning systems (ERP) to activate and integrate knowledge from different management disciplines. Our research contributions are threefold: First, we suggest a set of learning goals and a curriculum design for a capstone course that leverages ERP-based simulation games. Second, we present empirical insights based on a systematic evaluation of the learning outcomes with two cohorts of 32 students. Third, we derive a set of recommendations related to the role of ERP-based simulation games and course design in general management curricula.