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Abstract
A new interactive computer simulation designed to teach sales ethics is described. Simulation learner objectives include gaining a better understanding of legal issues in selling; realizing that ethical dilemmas do arise in selling; realizing the need to be honest when selling; seeing that there are conflicting demands from a salesperson’s company, customers, and colleagues; and experiencing some of the challenges of selling. Assessment results suggest each objective was met, for both males and females. A description of how this and other simulations can be effectively used in sales courses is provided.
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