A highly interactive training course on

Contract Excellence for Non-Legal Professionals

Mastering the Art of Contracting
Coventry Academy -  Contract Excellence for Non-Legal Professionals
5
Days

Course Schedules

 London
 07-11 Apr 2025
 $5,950
 Dubai
 23-27 Jun 2025
 $5,950
 Dubai
 15-19 Sep 2025
 $5,950
 Riyadh
 27-31 Oct 2025
 $5,950
 London
 15-19 Dec 2025
 $5,950

Training course overview

Welcome to the Contracts Management training course at Coventry Academy, designed to empower professionals and managers from non-legal backgrounds with essential contracting knowledge and skills.

Understanding Contracting Processes: Contracts are vital tools for organizations, safeguarding interests and managing risks effectively. This course aims to demystify contracting processes and issues, enabling participants to enhance their overall management capabilities.

Target Audience: This training is tailored for professionals and managers who do not have a legal or contracts background but are involved in managing contracts or making decisions related to them. By understanding contracting intricacies, participants can contribute more effectively to organizational success.

Key Learning Objectives:

  • Comprehensive Understanding: Gain insights into the fundamentals of contracting, including legal principles, negotiation tactics, and contract management practices.

  • Risk Management: Learn strategies to mitigate risks associated with contracts and protect organizational interests.

  • Process Improvement: Explore best practices in contract drafting, negotiation, and administration to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.

  • Practical Application: Through case studies and interactive sessions, participants will apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios. This hands-on approach ensures immediate application and integration of learning into daily practices.

Benefits for Participants: By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to navigate contracting challenges confidently. They will contribute to improved contract management practices within their organizations, fostering better risk management and operational efficiency.

Join us in mastering Contracts Management to elevate your management skills and contribute effectively to your organization's success through enhanced contracting expertise.

What are the goals?

By attending this Coventry Academy training course, you should achieve these goals:

  • Recognise the Structure and Purpose of Contracts
  • Show How Different Structures Can Be Used in Different Situations
  • Improve the Ability of Managers to Communicate with Contracts Personnel
  • Illustrate Some of the Pitfalls That Exist Within Commonly-Used Contract Clauses
  • Construct and Control Contract Negotiations and Management

Who is this training course for?

This Coventry Academy training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Engineers
  • Project or Construction Professionals
  • Tenders, Contracts, Buyers, Purchasing, Financial Personnel
  • Those From a Project Management or General Management Background Who Do Not Think They Have Sufficient Understanding of Contract Issues
  • Those New to the Function, Preparing for a Major Project, or Experienced Managers Looking for a Refresher

Course Outline

Day One: The Basis of Contracting
  • Why we use contracts?
  • Legal requirements for a valid contract
  • Oral contracts
  • Electronic contracts
  • Terms and conditions of the contract
  • Authority to contract
Day Two: Risk and Different Contracting Types
  • How to assess and manage risk
  • Traditional contract types
  • Modern contract types
  • Bonds and Guarantees
  • Letters of Intent
  • Which Law, which court?
Day Three: Major Contract Terms
  • Obligation to perform
  • Defective goods
  • Liability issues
  • Indemnities and Insurance
  • Intellectual property
  • Force Majeure
Day Four: Changes and Variations, Payment and Close-out Issues
  • Changes and Variations
  • Payment issues
  • Letters of Credit
  • Warranty claims
  • Suspension and Termination
  • Contractual issues on close out
Day Five: Negotiation, Avoidance and Resolution of Disputes
  • Negotiation, compromise and settlement
  • Litigation
  • Arbitration
  • Mediation
  • Expert Determination
  • Dispute Review Boards

The certificate

  • Coventry Academy Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

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