Testimonials    Project Leadership >> Business Skills   The following feedback has been collated from the most recently delivered workshops in each of the program areas.  If you would like more details on the program content or the delivery of these programs please contact ATS - we would be happy to provide you with client case studies. Project & Leadership Programs:  The People Side of Project Management - Public Workshop: The People Side of Project Management builds on a solid conceptual base using a state of the art simulation tool and enables participants to transfer learning in the area of project management back into their workplace. This program equips participants with the knowledge and confidence to deal with people in projects, an area that is so commonly overlooked. This program was attended by participants from a variety of industries and organisations, including: ING, Santos, Nestle, and Charles Sturt University. Feedback: “Very interactive workshop. PM disciplines taught can be utilised in my day-to-day activities.” “Very good course overall. Simulation was excellent.” “The interactive approach was great! Made the audience think, participate and learn.” “I thought this course was excellent. I had a fun and (probably) most importantly learnt a lot!!” Leadership in Change (LinC) - Paris Workshop LinC is the latest leadership simulation driven program developed by ATS that focuses on leadership from a multitude of perspectives.  It is designed to heighten the overall awareness of today's and tomorrows' Leaders.  Our latest LinC Workshop was delivered in Paris for a group of senior manager's in December 2006.  We have several  public programs running throughout 2007.  For dates please click here Feedback: “Really enjoyable, not just theoretical. The game methodology was more dynamic than classic training.” “100% satisfied with the day.” “The simulation was fun and it was good to form working relationships with people I had never met before. The wrap up was good – 30 words and visual!!! – good way to remember.” “Enjoyed the most - Team environment, identifying my strengths and weaknesses through ‘OPENUP’ surveys and feedback. Also the increased confidence in public speaking.” “It really stretched me. I had to push myself further than I have in the past.”   Business Skills: The following is a conglomeration of feedback taken from various Business Skills Programs run during 2006.  All workshops incorporate intensive learning sessions and a high-end computer business simulation. Clients that Abbott Training Systems has developed Business Skills workshops for in 2006 include:  the Australian Association of Convenient Stores (AACS), Foster's, Ingeus, HSBC, QBE Insurance and Clements. Feedback: "Abbott Training Systems is full of life and makes learning an enjoyable experience.  The simulations are a fantastic way to learn, be stretched out of comfort zone and experience situations that you may not as yet had exposure to.." “I enjoyed the interaction with the group and dealing with people from different businesses the most.” “I enjoyed working through the simulation model with other members of the industry and also different areas of expertise.” “I liked the reality of the simulation, as well as meeting other people from FMCG companies.” "Gained a lot from this program.  Came here with a definite weakness in the business skills side of things, have now gained knowledge and skill..." "Reinforced the importance of 'people' to achieving and strategy, even if it is to return a profit.  You can't do it without people..." CONTACT US for more information