Robert Chiswick Training & Development
Testimonials
What the customers said...
"Robert is a brilliant tutor. He has a very engaging style and a way of explaining things that makes them relevant and easy to apply to work. I have really enjoyed studying my CIM professional qualification with Robert and find the learning environment at the Source at Meadowhall ideal. I have also really valued the interaction with the study group and the networking that Robert encourages and supports. Robert has provided me with a brilliant experience which has ensured that I have enjoyed completing my CIM professional qualification. I would highly recommend Robert to anyone considering further learning and development".
Charlotte Wheat, UK Online Centres
"I began my studies in 2010 and from the initial meeting and throughout the studies, Robert was thoroughly engaging about the learning process. It was a pleasure learning during the lectures and the modules were broken down into manageable pieces and delivered in a very clear, understandable and relevant manner. Whilst being light hearted and approachable, Robert is an excellent tutor who has made the past 2 years an excellent experience which I hope will benefit me in my career".
Robert Taylor, O2 Academy, Leicester
"Robert was my lecturer during 2010-2011 whilst I undertook my CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing qualification. Robert is an enthusiastic and experienced tutor. He has great skill in being able to relate any challenging theory to real-life situations and he really gets you to think and challenge your company’s processes! He is a personable and engaging individual. It is rare to meet a lecturer that cares inherently about every student he has and that they succeed on the course! I would not hesitate to recommend Robert should someone wish to further their career with a professional marketing qualification”.
Joanne Thomasson, Robinson Healthcare
"I have undertaken the Professional Certificate and Professional Diploma in Marketing with Robert Chiswick Training and Development. Robert was a fantastic tutor all the way through both qualifications. When I began the Professional Certificate in Marketing I had not undertaken any formal studying for over five years and as this was combined with working full time it seemed very daunting at first. Robert’s constant support and encouragement as well as the thoroughly enjoyable lectures made sure I was able to get back into studying again and achieve both qualifications".
Jessica Dawson, Safe Technology, Sheffield
"I received my Chartered Institute of Marketing Professional Diploma in 2010 having studied with Robert Chiswick Training and Development - and I haven’t looked back.
Robert’s a fantastic tutor, he uses all his marketing experience and knowledge to make what can be a complex subject matter more easily understood and digestible. If you’re struggling with a concept he’s there to help you understand and he always goes that extra mile to ensure his students are able to give their best. This for me makes him different to the competition; where today many students complain they don’t get that personal touch, with Robert attention to his students is a given. This can make all the difference to results and to individuals’ confidence.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Robert to anyone wanting to further their business career."
Robert Walton, Head of Sales and Marketing, Robert Sorby
" I have just completed my Professional Certificate in Marketing with Robert and what a journey it was... Having never had the experience of college or University it was a whole new experience for me - not only the subject matter but actually 'learning to learn'.
Robert was a constant source of encouragement and support - praising and guiding and also picking me up and keeping me going when I felt it was all too much.
The subject matter has brought me a great deal of knowledge that I began applying in my job role straight away - even after my first lecture, and I know I will find it invaluable as I progress my career.
The hard work was all worth it - getting the results was amazing - to know that all you put in, together with Roberts support was truly for me a great achievement.
To all of you thinking of studying - choose Robert and you won't go far wrong!!"
Karen Kiely, St Mary's Conference Centre, Sheffield
"I studied with Robert from 2007 to 2010, having initially done my Introductory Certificate with ICS as a distance learning course. I was finding this hard work and wasn't getting the support I needed to complete the course. Having found Robert and taking an interest in the Professional Certificate course, Robert kindly helped and supported me to finish the course with ICS.
During my 3 years with Robert I gained both the Professional Certificate and Diploma successfully. Although classes grew over the years Robert still had time to support and guide me through each module. I wouldn't hesitate in recommending his learning style or approach to marketing to anyone wishing to enhance their marketing skills in the future. I will miss him a lot".
Sarah Whyke, South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive
“I completed my Professional Diploma in Marketing with Robert's guidance in 2009. His relaxed and insighful approach to his lectures made them enjoyable and rewarding (so much so that I'm considering the Post-Grad course) and his invaluable support during the writing of my assignments ensured I achieved the high marks I was after. I would recommend Robert in an instant."
Chris Muscroft Highlander Business Solutions
"I am so glad that I decided to study the Professional Certificate in Marketing with Robert Chiswick Training and Development. When I started the course I had little confidence in the subject areas and Robert was consistantly encouraging and supportive throughout my time on the course.
His guidance enabled me to believe in my capabilities and to finish the course with results that I am extremely proud of. The course content was always related to a variety of organisations within the industry and I think this was a fantastic way to ensure the class could improve their learning".
Lisa Newman, Rotherham College of Arts and Technology.
"I started my formal marketing education back in September 2007 on the CIM Professional Certificate in Marketing. 2 Years on, I'm delighted to say that, after passing the Certificate in the first year and going on to study for the Professional Diploma in Marketing, I have just received my pass results!
Robert's passion, enthusiasm and breadth of knowledge within marketing made going to the lectures and tutorials a real pleasure, making the subject matter and content both varied and interesting. Furthermore, Robert's delivery of the subject matter in applying it to real organisations made the theory I learnt much more understandable.
I have been on various courses with other training providers over the years but Robert is without doubt, the most approachable, helpful and thorough tutor I've had the pleasure of studying under. Without his ongoing support and feedback, I wouldn't have attained the grades I did".
Brett Dennis, Raley's Solicitors
"I completed a CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing with Robert Chiswick Training & Development in August 2008, achieving excellent results. Robert is a top-class tutor who displays a comprehensive knowledge of marketing theory and practice and has a wealth of real-life examples to draw on from his experience in industry. His enthusiasm for teaching the subject really made attending tutorials an enjoyable and rewarding experience, even after a busy day at work! The personal support he provides outside of tutorials is second to none and contributed significantly to my successful completion of the Diploma. Finally, Robert makes a real effort to welcome new students to the course and to get to know his students on a personal level. I cannot recommend Robert Chiswick Training & Development highly enough."
Adam Sturch, Sheffield Hallam University
"With his outstanding knowledge of the marketing world and an exciting, enthusiastic approach to teaching, Robert Chiswick is the perfect mentor and tutor for the CIM qualifications.
Robert’s support and encouragement have really helped me to gain the confidence I needed to succeed and believe in myself. He made the learning experience fun whilst ensuring we all understood what was taught, taking the time to talk to us both as a group and individually. He brings the subject to life and makes learning fun with amusing stories and examples from our daily lives.
I am thrilled to have won the 2008 Yorkshire CIM Student of the Year award as a result of my results in August and it would not have been possible without the excellent standard of teaching from Robert!"
Mark Roberts, Sheffield International Venues
"I have received marketing training from Robert as I have recently acquired a business. I have no previous business experience and thus needed sound advice and guidance regarding all aspects of marketing. Robert has been invaluable; he listened, observed and acted upon the information gained whilst researching both the area and the target audience. Unlike other training agencies, he did not attempt to impose his own opinions but offered solutions to identified problems and suggested strategies for further improvement and advancement. His enthusiasm and motivation was encouraging and enlightening, I cannot recommend him highly enough!"
Sue Hughes, The Harewood Clinic
“Robert is a fantastic marketing tutor, offering a very friendly and highly supportive training experience. I would 100% recommend Robert for CIM training, as he is a highly knowledgeable marketing professional, who applies this extremely well when tutoring.”
Vanesa Muff, Martek Marine
"Having just completed the CIM Professional Certificate in June 2007, I am happy to recommend Robert. He was extremely supportive and flexible with his tutorials which really helped me to keep my coursework in the right direction and to meet my deadlines. The way in which he relates theory to actual business situations, particularly to my own organisation, really helped me to understand them and how they can be put into practice."
Charlotte Muscroft, Marketing Manager, Beatson Clark plc
“I have recently (June 2007) completed my CIM Professional Diploma with Robert Chiswick Training and Development and I would definitely recommend him! Robert shows real enthusiasm in his lectures and the way he relates theory to real-life situations just makes everything seem so simple and make so much sense! He is extremely supportive to his students and always makes time for one to one tutorials which I found really helpful. I can highly recommend Robert Chiswick Training and Development and would like to take this opportunity to thank Robert for all his encouragement and support over the last year. Thanks Robert!”
Angela Hollingsworth, Croda Chemicals
"I studied both the CIM Professional Certificate and Professional Diploma with Robert, and was amazed at how much more support I received with my coursework through regular one to one tutorials, than I did whilst studying for a Business degree at University. Robert's continued support, and wealth of both practical and academic experience in marketing, undoubtedly contributed to me being awarded the Top CIM Student of the Year Award for South Yorkshire, for two years running".
Kimberley Green, visitBritain.org
"I completed the CIM Professional Diploma in 2006 / 2007 with Robert Chiswick Training and Development. The course was excellent, covering, in addition to marketing, a vast array of other business areas and, as well as gaining a recognised qualification, it was great to study areas that are useful and practical in a day to day working environment. And, of course, it was well delivered by Robert!
I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Robert Chiswick Training and Development to anyone wishing to develop their skills further".
Steve Brown, Commercial Director, Highlander IT and Telecom Solutions .
“I studied for my CIM Professional Diploma with Robert and I would recommend him to anyone! He is extremely knowledgable of the subject, but also very supportive to his students and nothing is too much trouble to ensure they succeed. I enjoyed every minute of my course thanks to Robert!”
Lucy Woodhead, Sheffield Hallam University
“I have known Robert as my lecturer for three years, in that time he has seen me progress from an Undergraduate in Marketing to a Postgraduate CIM Diploma student and finally to a Masters student in Strategic Marketing Management. I have no doubt that I would have found it difficult to pass any of these levels had it not been for the expert way in which Robert delivered the key points required and ensured they were retained by the students. However, irrespective of his undoubted ability to teach, his greatest quality is making students think through problems for themselves without realising it; by the end of the discussion they themselves have not only found a solution to a problem but are able to justify it. That is, he leaves students with a sense of achievement and the courage to pursue their beliefs”.
Macbool Ahmed, true marketer.
"Before I began training with Robert Chiswick I had been unable to pass any of the CIM exams but after an informative and interesting course I passed each of the exams with flying colours. I would recommend Robert as the best CIM trainer I have had, and believe me I have had a few!"
Rebecca Galvin, Marketing Coordinator, Corus
"I started my CIM training with Robert Chiswick and was immediately welcomed into the group. Robert has a real knack of connecting to people immediately and his enthusiasm for teaching and learning is infectious. He treats everyone as a fellow professional and takes an interest in our personal and professional achievements.
The range and breadth of his experience makes attending the seminars enjoyable - hard work - but really worth making the effort to get to. Robert uses stories from his many years as a professional marketer to illustrate the theory with amusing and practical examples.
I commuted from Sheffield one night a week and rarely missed a session. Results from his students are excellent - many, like me, succeed at their first attempt, despite not taking an exam for 20 years! If you need your CIM qualifications and want to enjoy the process more than you think possible, Robert Chiswick can support and help you get the result you want. Highly recommended!"
Elizabeth Lye, Sheffield Hallam University
"I decided to update my Marketing skills and prepare for a source of income in my retirement. I enrolled on a CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing course with Robert. I was in my mid fifties and had not attended college for over 10 years. Robert was not only a good, informative lecturer, but he gave me a great deal of support and encouragement. It was a very steep learning curve for me, not so much with the content of the course which was very well delivered by Robert, but this was the first time I had had to complete assignments instead of exams - a complete change of style for me. Robert was instrumental in helping me to adapt to these changes. If you are an older person and would like to gain these Marketing qualifications, then Robert Chiswick is the person to help you achieve your goals".
Viv Forbes, Business Link Humber
"Robert's teaching philosophy is the same whether at CIM or masters level. The customer relationship management approach he advocates for today's market place underpins his partnership approach to student learning".
Mervin Straughan,StraughanConsulting
