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James Istvanffy is an instructor at the University of Calgary employing strategy games in courses (since 1989). He has organized hundreds of serious strategy game events/lectures/simulations. James served for over seven years in the Canadian Armed Forces (Reserves). He was the Coordinator of Interpretive Programs at Calgary's Military Museum (then called Museum of the Regiments)....read more |
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U of C course in Sept 2010
General
Jul 9, 2010
Napoleon: Soldier & Emperor
University of Calgary Continuing Education Course
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Warfare at U of C - Sept 2010
General
Jul 9, 2010
Warfare
James is instructing this couse at University of Calgary - Continuing Education
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History of War
General
Dec 19, 2009
History of War - a 10 week course at the University of Calgary.
Clink on the link below:
http://conted.ucalgary.ca/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=3092332
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Diplomacy Tournament
General
Dec 19, 2009
Diplomacy will be played again on the first Saturday of the year - 2 January 2010 starting at 10am at the Sentry Box.
See the link below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsitEdI4LPk&feature=related
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Napoleon's Last Battles
General
Jun 24, 2009
University of Calgary Continuting Education Couse - Napoleon's Last Battles - the Waterloo Campaign
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Strat Con
Jan 31, 2009
Strat Con at the War Gaming Convention most worth your time.
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Ancient Art of War
Dec 3, 2008
The Ancient Art of War
The Glenbow Museum is having a free Wargaming event starting at 10 am on Saturday 6 December 2008.
Everyone is welcome.
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Napoleon's Last Battles
May 29, 2008
Napoleon's Last Battles
18 June 1815 was the date of one of the most important and famous battles of the past couple hundred year.
In June 2008 we are hosting a Napoleon's Last Battles educational event.
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Strat Con
Mar 6, 2008
Strat-Con
Stratagem’s annual wargaming convention
When: 10 am – midnight Saturday 15 March 2008 10 am – 4 pm Sunday 16 March 2008
Where: Military Museum (formerly the Museum of the Regiments) 4520 Crowchild Trail SW Calgary, Alberta
Cost: $10 for the weekend Donating a game (possibly to be used as a prize) we will wave the entry fee
Featured Games include: Command & Colors (GMT), Axis & Allies (old & new versions, Europe, Pacific), History of the World (Avalon Hill), Hannibal (Avalon Hill & Valley Games), Sword of Rome (GMT), Victory Lost (MMP), Asia Engulfed (GMT), War of the Ring (Fantasy Flight Games), Pax Romana (GMT),
Those interested in being Strat-Con Game Masters to Call James Istvanffy at 249-2083.
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A Victory Lost
Jan 27, 2008
A Victory Lost: Crisis in Ukraine 1942-1943
This simulation occurs durring World War II on the Eastern Front after the German attept to relieve Stalingrad had failed. The Russians unleashed a massive offensive along a 500 mile front shattering the German front. However, Field Marshal Erich von Manstein engineers a brilliant counterattack called, "The Backhand Blow."
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Remembering Canada's Contribution
Training
Jun 7, 2007
A Mighty Endeavor - World War II - The liberation of Western Europe - D-Day to the Rhine
Improve your understanding of strategy, geography, planning, decision making, and risk assessment while having an enjoyable, hand-on, lesson about one of the most important campaigns of Canadian history.
When: Noon - 4 pm Friday 8 June 2007
Where: Mewata Armoury Officers' Mess
Cost: $75.00
Register: call James at 249-2083
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Settlers of Business
May 29, 2007
Settlers of Catan & Business Strategy
Did you know that you could learn invaluable business lessons while playing a simple strategy game?
Have you been able to negotiate the best deals?
Are you ready to take the right chances?
When: 11:00-2:00 Thursday 31 May 2007 (Tentative)
Where: Mewata Armoury Officers Mess 801 11 St SW Calgary, Alberta
Cost: $75.00
(Lunch included, space is limited, and you must pre-register)
To pre-register call James Istvanffy 249-2083
or e-mail info@stratagemsolutions.ca (at least 12 hours before the event)
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Machiavelli
General
May 15, 2007
Business Strategy of Machiavelli
Did you know that you could learn invaluable business lessons while playing a simple strategy game?
Have you been able to negotiate the best deals?
Are you ready to take the right chances?
When: 10:30-2:00 Friday 25 May 2007 (Tentative)
Where: Mewata Armoury Officers Mess 801 11 St SW Calgary, Alberta
Cost: $75.00
(Lunch included, space is limited, and you must pre-register)
To pre-register call James Istvanffy 249-2083
or e-mail info@stratagemsolutions.ca (at least 12 hours before the event)
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Win the War of Business
General
Mar 26, 2007
Win the War of Business
Proven Ways to Capture Markets
Location: Mewata Armoury Officers' Mess (801, 11 St SW)
Date: Tuesday 15 May 2007
Time: 1300-1830
Tickets: $250.00
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Wargames as mind sport
General
Jul 19, 2006
WW II Wargaming as mind sport
Give your co-workers an unforgettable experience that will stretch their minds.
10 am - 4 pm
Tuesday 8 August to Thursday 10 August 2006
For more information call 249-2083 and ask for James.
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Corporate Retreat
Training
Jun 10, 2006
Corporate Retreat 2006
Give your people an exciting experience while also training them to improve their performance.
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A Mighty Endeavor
Training
May 10, 2006
A Mighty Endeavor - World War II - The liberation of Western Europe - D-Day to the Rhine
Improve your understanding of strategy, geography, planning, decision making, and risk assessment while having an enjoyable, hand-on, lesson about one of the most important campaigns of Canadian history.
When: 9 am - 4 pm daily for 3 days from Wednesday 31 May to 2 June 2006
Where: TBA
Cost: $389.00
Register: call James at 249-2083
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Diplomacy Challenge
Training
May 8, 2006
Diplomacy
Improve your understanding of negotiations, closing a deal, planning, decision making, and risk assessment while having an enjoyable networking experience using a simulation called Diplomacy.
When: 3 pm - 10 pm Saturday 21 May 2006
Where: TBA
Cost: $234.00
Register: call James at 249-2083
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Colonial Diplomacy
Training
May 7, 2006
Colonial Diplomacy
Improve your understanding of negotiations, closing a deal, planning, decision making, and risk assessment while having an enjoyable networking experience using a simulation called Colonial Diplomacy.
A fascinating look into the power politics mostly in Asia starting in 1870.
Players represent England, France, Turkey, Russia, China, Japan and Holland.
When: 9:30-4:00 Saturday 27 May 2006
Where: TBA - probably Meyers Norris Penny 710, 744 - 4 Ave SW Calgary, Alberta
Cost: $225.00 (Lunch included, space is limited)
Register: Call James at 249-2083
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Machiavelli
Training
Feb 15, 2006
Machiavelli
Improve your understanding of negotiations, closing a deal, planning, decision making, and risk assessment while having an enjoyable networking experience using a simulation called Machiavelli.
A fascinating look into the power politics of Renaissance Italy.
When: 9:30-4:00 Friday 17 February 2006
Where: Meyers Norris Penny 710, 744 - 4 Ave SW Calgary, Alberta
Cost: $125.00 (Lunch included, space is limited)
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Business Strategy Seminar - Settlers of Catan
Training
Feb 10, 2006
Business Strategy Seminar
Learn from the “Settlers of Catan”
Are you familiar with the business lessons that can be taught during play?
Have you been able to negotiate the best deals?
Are you taking the best advantage of your situation?
Are you ready to have some fun learning?
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Hammer of the Scots
Training
Jan 25, 2006
Hammer of the Scots
In recognition of Robert Burns' birthday we are planning a game of Hammer of the Scots.
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