AGS Consulting and Training AGS deliver practical training, consulting and assessment services. As a small firm with low overheads we offer high quality for reasonable fees (ie value for money). We typically respond to communication in 2 - 24 hours.                                                                                                                                         Alan Schwartz, Director AGS Consulting & Training, established in 1997, is a project management consultancy that specialises in organisational capability review/assessment and system/methodology development, strategy, management consulting, portfolio, program and project management, competency assessment & training. We have assisted over 300 clients improve decision-making, systems & structures, increase capability and achieve desired results.
	Why AGS     Over 30 year track-record     Flexible and responsive     Value for money     Practical     Personalised service     Streamlined approaches     Can work with any industry     Over 300 public, private and not-for-profit clients
	Our approach typically involves A sustainability focus Incorporation of current 'trends' including AI & Agile Stakeholder engagement at all levels Development of realistic strategies Socio-economic & technical considerations Integration of strategy, programs, projects, operations Comprehensive analysis to define needs Customisation to suit industry & organisational culture Satisfaction of requirements & expectations Production of results suited to situations

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AGS Consulting & Training, established in 1997, is a management consultancy that specialises in organisational capability review/assessment and system/methodology development, strategy, portfolio, program and project management, competency assessment & training. We assist clients improve decision-making, systems & structures, increase capability and achieve desired results.

Our approach typically involves:

• Stakeholder engagement at all level
• Development of realistic strategies
• Socio-economic & technical considerations
• Integration of strategy, projects, operations
• Comprehensive analysis to define needs
• Customisation to suit organisational culture
• Satisfaction of requirements & expectations
• Production of results suited to situations

CONTACT US

Alan N. Schwartz

CPPD FAIPM, IPMA Level A, MPM, Grad. Cert. Mgt., Grad. Cert HRD  
Adv. Dip. Bus. Mgt, Adv. Dip. Proj. Mgt., Dip. Mgt., Cert IV TAE

IPMA Level A®: Certified Projects Director (2015)
Master of Project Management, University of Sydney (2003)
Certified Management Consultant (2002-13)
BSB51915 - Diploma of Leadership and Management (Australian Institute of Management)
BSB60201 - Advanced Diploma of Business Management (UNE Partnerships)
Graduate Certificate in Management (University of New England)
BSB61215 - Advanced Diploma of Program Management (Australian Institute of Management)
Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Development (University of Canberra)
NSW Government Pre-qualified Consultant (Project Management & Procurement)
Diploma (equivalent to Degree) in Architecture (Hons.) (Polytechnic of North London)
TAE40116 - Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (MRWED)
Address adult language, literacy and numeracy skills TAELLN411 (HBA Learning Centres) 

Profile

Alan has over 40 years work experience in a wide range of fields and industries. He is a director of AGS Consulting & Training (a division of Greco Schwartz Pty Ltd). Alan has provided services in management consulting, management, organisational reviews, strategic management, portfolio management, program management, project management, methodology development, training, competency assessment and culture change.

Industry Experience

Alan has worked with over 300 organisations including those in:
Infrastructure, Engineering, Energy, Utilities, Legal, Accounting, Health, Education, Information Technology, Construction, Welfare, Industrial, Finance, Telecommunications, Mining, Petro-chemical, Oil & Gas, Defence, Resources, Transport, Insurance, Travel, Business/Professional Service

Qualifications, Certifications and Panels

2020    Renewal of Certified Practicing Project Director Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM)
2019    TAE40116 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (MRWED)
2016    BSB51915 - Diploma of Leadership and Management (Australian Institute of Management)
2015    Certified Projects Director, Level A (International Project Management Association)
2015    BSB61215 - Advanced Diploma of Program Management (Australian Institute of Management)
2015    TAELLN411 - Address Adult Language Literacy and Numeracy Skills (HBA Learning Centres)
2013    Capability Development Panel, Australian Public Service Commission
2013    Diploma of Management (Australian Institute of Management)
2012    Prequalified Consultant Panel, NSW Government 
2011    Advanced Diploma of Project Management (Project Performance Group)
2011    TAE40110 - Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (Australian Institute of Project Management)
2009    Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (River Murray Training)
2008    Certified Practicing Project Director Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM)
2006    Advanced Diploma of Business Management  (UNE Partnerships)
2005    Master Project Director (MPD), Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM)
2005    Chief CMC (Internationally recognised), Assessor, Institute of Management Consultants
2003    Master of Project Management (University of Sydney)
2003    Accredited Certified Management Consultant (CMC), Institute of Management Consultants
2000    Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training (ACETC)
1999    Endorsed Course Provider (AIPM) – Greco Schwartz Pty Ltd
1999    Graduate Certificate in Management (University of New England)
1998    Project Management Recognition (Council) Assessor (AIPM)
1994    Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Development (University of Canberra)
1980    Diploma (equivalent to degree) in Architecture (Hons. – University of North London)

Certification Assessor

Approved Australian Institute of Project Management Assessor:

• RegPM professional recognition (current)
• Project Managed Organisation accreditation (scheme ended in 2018)
• Endorsed Courses, Project and Program Management (current)

Past Institute of Management Consultants, Chief Certified Management Consultant Accreditation Assessor

Professional Membership & Recognition

• Fellow of the Australian Institute of Project Management (FAIPM)
• Associate Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management
• Committee Member, AIPM Project Managed Organisation Accreditation
• Committee Member, AIPM Assessor Panel (RegPM Certification program)
• Member of the Australian Institute of Training and Development
• Member of the Institute of Management Consultants (IMC)
• Member of IMC Committees: Federal Council, Standards & NSW Chapter
• Fellow, Institute of Learning Practitioners

Above memberships include past and present.

More information

Detailed CV/resume available upon request.
Sample list of programs and projects delivered
Contact Alan Schwartz