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Contract Excellence for Non-Legal Professionals

Mastering the Art of Contracting

Contract Excellence for Non-Legal Professionals
Course Schedule

CLASSROOM

29 Jun-03 Jul 2026
Amsterdam
$5,950
14-18 Sep 2026
Dubai
$5,950
07-11 Dec 2026
London
$5,950
05-09 Apr 2027
London
$5,950
28 Jun-02 Jul 2027
Amsterdam
$5,950
13-17 Sep 2027
Dubai
$5,950
06-10 Dec 2027
London
$5,950

ONLINE

17-21 Aug 2026
Online
$4,950
02-06 Nov 2026
Online
$4,950
12-16 Apr 2027
Online
$4,950
16-20 Aug 2027
Online
$4,950
01-05 Nov 2027
Online
$4,950
Certificate
  • Coventry Academy Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

Training Overview

Training Overview

The Contract Excellence for Non-Legal Professionals: Mastering the Art of Contracting training course is designed to equip professionals and managers without a legal background with essential contracting knowledge and practical skills.

Contracts are central to organizational success, safeguarding interests, managing risks, and ensuring business continuity. This Coventry Academy course demystifies contracting processes, enabling participants to confidently handle contract-related responsibilities, contribute to negotiations, and make informed decisions in commercial and operational contexts.

Through practical exercises, case studies, and interactive sessions, delegates will learn to apply contracting principles in real-world scenarios. The course emphasizes improving operational efficiency, mitigating contractual risks, and enhancing collaboration between legal and non-legal teams.

Key Focus Areas of This Course:

  • Understanding the fundamentals of contracting and legal principles
  • Managing contractual risks and protecting organizational interests
  • Negotiation techniques to achieve favorable outcomes
  • Streamlining contract drafting, administration, and close-out processes
  • Applying practical solutions to real-world contracting challenges
  • Enhancing communication between managers and contracts personnel

What are the goals?

This course is designed to give non-legal professionals the confidence and capability to manage contracts effectively.

By the end of the training course, participants will be able to:

  • Recognize the structure and purpose of contracts in business operations
  • Apply different contract types to suit specific situations
  • Communicate more effectively with contracts personnel and stakeholders
  • Identify common pitfalls in standard contract clauses
  • Plan, negotiate, and manage contracts to achieve optimal outcomes
  • Implement strategies to avoid or resolve disputes efficiently

Delegates will gain practical tools to handle contracts strategically, minimizing risk and enhancing organizational performance.

Who is this Training Course for?

This Coventry Academy course is suitable for professionals involved in project management, engineering, procurement, or operational management who do not have formal legal training but engage with contracts in their roles.

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

  • Engineers and Project or Construction Professionals
  • Tenders, Contracts, Buyers, Purchasing, and Financial Personnel
  • Project Managers or General Managers seeking a better understanding of contracts
  • Professionals new to contract management or preparing for major projects
  • Experienced managers seeking a refresher on contracting principles

Participants will leave the course equipped to contribute confidently to contract planning, negotiation, administration, and risk management.

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This Coventry Academy online training course uses interactive adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding and application. The facilitator will employ presentations, group discussions, real-world case studies, and practical exercises to explore contracting principles in an accessible and engaging manner.

Delegates will analyze contract scenarios, review practical examples, and apply learned techniques to their workplace context. Emphasis is placed on problem-solving, risk awareness, and strategies to avoid disputes, ensuring participants can implement best practices immediately.

The Course Content

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

Providers and Associations

Anderson
Anderson
Aztech Training
Aztech Training
COPEX
COPEX