How did Lodz University of Technology increase student engagement?

Lodz University of Technology is one of the leading technical universities in Poland, with a history of over 75 years of educating future engineers in various fields. Currently, it offers 65 degree programs across 12 scientific disciplines, and in 2024, it graduated more than 10,000 students. Its position is confirmed by prestigious rankings – in 2024, it ranked 5th among technical universities and 8th among public universities according to the “Perspektywy” ranking. The university also regularly appears in international rankings, such as QS, THE World University Ranking, and THE Impact.

Increase in student engagement at Lodz University of Technology

Our cooperation with Lodz University of Technology began in 2022 and has continued to this day, bringing tangible results for both students and faculty.

We focused on addressing key challenges that impacted the quality and effectiveness of education:

Increasing student engagement in classes and their satisfaction with participation, which led to better knowledge retention and active involvement in the learning process.
Introducing a practical dimension to the courses, especially in the field of entrepreneurship, moving beyond the traditional formula of theoretical lectures.
Optimizing the organization of practical classes by implementing an intuitive digital tool that both instructors and students can easily use.
Enhancing instructor satisfaction by providing them with a tool that facilitates delivering knowledge in an engaging and modern way.

The starting point was the need to activate students and find a way to make entrepreneurship courses more practical, especially at the Faculty of Organization and Management. The university recognized a clear gap between theory and practice, which demotivated both instructors and students. A tool was needed that would allow students to practice their knowledge.

Practical training for students

Organizing engaging and practical classes for students is no easy task – especially when traditional teaching methods fail to capture the complexity and dynamics of the real business world. In response to this gap, the team at the Faculty of Management at Lodz University of Technology decided to adopt a modern, interactive solution – Industry-Specific Business Simulations.

The goal of the implementation was not only to modernize the format of the classes but, above all, to better prepare students for professional challenges by:

creating a safe space for making realistic business decisions,
developing analytical skills and strategic thinking,
stimulating entrepreneurship and creativity in action.

Thanks to the simulations, students were able to take on the role of business owners, make decisions on their own, and face the consequences – just like in the real business world.

Results

The implementation of Industry-Specific Business Simulations (BSB) at Lodz University of Technology has brought multidimensional results – both from the perspective of instructors and students.

Thanks to the simulations, students stopped being passive recipients of knowledge – instead of just attending lectures and taking notes, they make real decisions, compete, and experience the consequences of their actions. This practical, exciting dimension of learning significantly boosts their motivation and activity during classes.

Lodz University of Technology has noticed tangible benefits from the implementation of BSB:

Increased student engagement and better knowledge retention through practical action in realistic business scenarios,
Development of practical and decision-making skills directly related to the demands of the job market,
The ability to conduct classes in a more interactive and innovative way, enhancing the university’s educational offer,
Increased satisfaction from both students and instructors with the conducted classes, along with enhanced teaching effectiveness.

Thanks to the simulations, students stopped being passive recipients of knowledge – instead of listening to lectures and taking notes, they make real decisions, compete, and experience the consequences of their actions. This practical, exciting aspect of learning has significantly impacted their motivation and participation in classes.

If you’re looking for a way to make your classes more engaging and practical—without rebuilding your entire course structure—business simulations are a proven solution.

👉 See how it works in practice
👉 Test it with your students
👉 And decide based on real experience

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