Gold Rush Gone Wrong

As Chief Geologist at Apex Mining Corp, you've discovered fraudulent core samples ahead of a critical investor meeting. Your CEO has been 'salting' drill samples with high-grade gold to deceive institutional investors arriving in 30 minutes. With $500M in funding at stake, you must navigate a treacherous ethical dilemma while protecting your career and possibly your life.

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B1-B2

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Scenario Overview

Your Role

Chief Geologist, Dr. Sarah Chen

Conversation Partner

Marcus Sterling, CEO of Apex Mining

Setting

Modern executive office, 50th floor. Floor-to-ceiling windows show a stormy skyline. Core sample displays line the walls, a presentation deck glows on multiple screens.

Location

Apex Mining Corporate HQ, Vancouver

Learning Objectives

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Gather proof of sample tampering without alerting CEO

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Decide whether to alert investors or negotiate with CEO

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Secure personal protection/whistleblower status if choosing to expose

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Find a way to prevent company collapse while maintaining integrity

About This Scenario

How It Starts

“Dr. Chen, perfect timing. The Goldman Sachs team is landing in 25 minutes. I need you to walk them through the Yukon core samples - especially that beautiful 8.5 g/t gold intercept. Is everything ready for the presentation?”

This is how Marcus Sterling, CEO of Apex Mining's greeting will start.

Practice Details

Scenario ID

#475

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