Convenience Store Simulation Workshop
- Chesford Grange, Warwickshire
- 12th - 14th March 2008
Description
The simulation workshop provides an action-charged, team-based, hands-on
training experience and avoids longwinded speeches and complicated
training manuals. Best of all, everyone from beginner to MBA level
can benefit with realistic problem-solving concepts.
The workshop dynamically encapsulates general management principles,
strategic realignment, operations and merchandising strategies, investments
and personnel management.
The course provides ideal training for:
• Suppliers to the Convenience Sector
• Convenience Store Franchisees
• Company Store Managers
• Convenience Store Multi-site Operators
• Independent Retailers
• Distributors
Why Simulate a Convenience Store?
• Perfect for industry-specific training – developed exclusively for ACS.
• Reflects and incorporates the most current industry issues.
• Develops staff confidence resulting in more informed decision making and better problem-solving skills.
• Real problems, real solutions – immediate knowledge transfer from simulated to real world.
• Learn from mistakes and achievements in a risk free environment.
• Supported with practical hands-on business management tools.
• It’s fun, educational and very rewarding.
Key Outcomes:
At the conclusion of the course, all participants should:
• Understand the relationships between the different functions within the convenience store and learn to manage them
• Enhance informed decision-making skills by using ‘What if’ analysis tools
• Further develop analytical and interpretative skills
• Be trained in effective teamwork and how to make successful management decisions
• Learn from their achievements (and mistakes!) in a totally risk-free environment.
A Strong Focus Will Be Placed On:
• STRATEGY:
From strategic thinking to better business investment strategies
• FINANCE:
Accurately interpret financial information and improve profitability
• MARKETING:
Understanding, developing and implementing Marketing & Merchandising activities
• OPERATIONS:
From understanding Business Plans to Organisational co-ordination.
Places are limited so book now to avoid disappointment.
ACS Members - £950 + VAT
Non-members - £1150 + VAT
Ticket price includes all meals and two night’s accommodation
Book your ticket now by Sarah C Johnson on 01252 515001
Or by email: sarah.johnson@acs.org.uk
The workshop takes place at Chesford Grange, Chesford Bridge, Kenilworth, Nr Warwick, CV8 2LD
Chesford Grange has a rich array of 141 sumptuously appointed Guest Bedrooms together with 68 exquisite Deluxe Bedrooms. The Deluxe details are delicious. Delicately handcrafted glass-etched headboards crown gloriously comfortable, electronically adjustable beds. LCD screen TVs, power shower, WiFi and 24 hour room service heighten the waves of opulence.