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The Complete Course on Contracts & Purchasing Management

The Complete Course on Contracts & Purchasing Management
Course Schedule

CLASSROOM

26 Oct-06 Nov 2026
Dubai
$11,900
21 Dec 2026-01 Jan 2027
Dubai
$11,900
03-14 May 2027
Amsterdam
$13,900
19-30 Jul 2027
London
$13,900
25 Oct-05 Nov 2027
Paris
$13,900
20-31 Dec 2027
Dubai
$13,900
Certificate
  • Coventry Academy Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

Training Overview

Training Overview

This intensive 10-day training course is designed to help contracts and procurement professionals navigate the growing complexity of commercial and business relationships. It is essential for business professionals to grasp how contracts allocate risk among parties and understand the implications of failing to manage those risks effectively.

Modern organizations require procurement improvements to achieve their strategic objectives. This course advocates for best practices in procurement, focusing on compliance, creativity, and supply market knowledge. It also emphasizes measuring the contributions of purchasing and contract management to ensure these functions are recognized as core competencies.

This Coventry Academy training course will feature:

  • Understanding How Contracts Control Business Relationships
  • Risk Allocation in Contract Management and Protecting Company Interests
  • Insights into International Contracting in English
  • Selection and Application of Contract Management and Procurement Strategies
  • Managing Suppliers to Achieve Best-in-Class Results

What are the goals?

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

  • Improve Their Understanding of the Role of Contracts Within a Business
  • Develop More Confidence in Dealing with Contracting Issues
  • Understand How Purchasing & Contract Strategies Can Be Developed to Improve Commercial Outcomes
  • Learn How to Develop High Performance Purchasing Organisations
  • Will Show Analytics For Use to Guide Procurement and Contract Strategies

Who is this Training Course for?

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

  • Procurement and Contracts Personnel
  • Engineering, Facilities, Finance, and Maintenance Personnel
  • Personnel Involved in the Planning and Management of Tender Process
  • Contract Administrators, Contract Professionals and Project Coordinators
  • Specifiers, Buyers, Purchasing Professionals and Procurement Officers
  • Contracts Managers and Project Managers

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The training course is highly interactive and includes high levels of participant discussion, group interaction, delegate group exercises and case studies. Materials include existing contemporary English language contracts in many jurisdictions. Delegates will be encouraged to raise their own issues and problems faced within their industry or organisations for discussion on a confidential basis.

The Course Content

Module 1The Complete Course on Contracts Management
Day One: What Are Contracts and How Are They Created?
  • The Need For Contractual Relationships
  • What is Needed to Create a Valid Contract? Ingredients and Formalities
  • Authority and Agency
  • The Tender Process
  • Alternative Sourcing
  • Making Contracts Enforceable - With Particular Emphasis on the International Context
Day Two: The Structure of Contracts
  • Form of Agreement
  • Hierarchy of Terms and Conditions
  • Different Contractual Structures (Traditional and New)
  • Risk and Title (Ownership) in International Trade. When Does it Transfer?
  • Notices and Other Formalities
  • Which Law and Which Courts?
Day Three: Collateral Documents
  • Securitising Performance Obligations
  • Bonds and Guarantees
  • Parent Company Guarantees
  • Letters of Intent, Comfort or Awareness
  • Insurance Policies
  • Assessing the Need for Financial Security
Day Four: Change and Variation
  • Changes to Contract Documents
  • Assignment / Novation Explained and Distinguished
  • Variation Clauses and Changes to the Scope of Work
  • Claims - What They Are, and How They Arise
  • Delay and Disruption
  • Force Majeure
Day Five: Resolving Disputes
  • Conflict Avoidance and Tiered Dispute Resolution Clauses
  • Negotiation
  • Litigation
  • Arbitration
  • Mediation, ENE and New Best Practices in Dispute Resolution and Management
  • Final Questions and Review of Course
Module 2The Complete Course on Purchasing Management
Day Six: The 1st Steps to Becoming World Class
  • Stages To World Class Purchasing
  • How Purchasing is Viewed Today
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Developing Spend Profiles and the ABC Analysis
  • New Job Descriptions For Purchasing of the future
  • Purchasing Personnel Required Skill Sets
Day Seven: Evaluating Your Own Operation
  • What are Best Practices
  • Purchasing Gap Analysis
  • Vision and Mission for Purchasing
  • Developing The Purchasing Department Strategic Plan
  • Developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) For Procurement
  • Developing A Company Purchase Price Index
Day Eight: Continuous Improvement and How to Get It
  • Cost Reduction Initiatives
  • Methods of Cost Containment
  • Waste In The Supply Chain
  • Breaking Down The Elements Of Supplier Cost
  • Commodity / Service Strategic Planning
  • Resisting Price Increases
Day Nine: Supplier Management Approaches
  • Supplier Classification System
  • Supplier Qualification Methods
  • Supplier Performance Metrics
  • Apply Performance Criteria to Purchasing Decisions
  • Process Mapping To Eliminate Low Value Activities
  • Applying e-Procurement business process
Day Ten: Improving the Image of Procurement
  • Global Sourcing
  • International Labor Rates Comparison
  • Developing and Maintaining a Customer Focus
  • Basic Issues in Corruption And Fraud Prevention
  • Increasing The Level of Procurement Professionalism
  • Keeping Current in the Profession

Providers and Associations

Anderson
Anderson
Aztech Training
Aztech Training
COPEX
COPEX

Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ section provides quick answers to the most common questions about our services, procedures, and policies. We aim to make your experience with us as straightforward as possible. For further assistance, our support team is ready to help.

Our dedicated support team is available to assist you with any questions regarding the The Complete Course on Contracts & Purchasing Management training course, including course content, scheduling, registration, corporate bookings, and customised training solutions. We are committed to providing prompt and professional assistance throughout your learning journey.

📞 Phone: +971 58 840 7925

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We delivers training courses in carefully selected professional venues that provide a comfortable and productive learning environment. Classroom-based courses are typically hosted in premium international venues with modern facilities and dedicated training spaces designed to support effective learning. Participants also benefit from a professional setting that encourages networking, collaboration, and knowledge sharing with peers from diverse industries and backgrounds.

The The Complete Course on Contracts & Purchasing Management training course is designed to be practical, engaging, and highly interactive. Participants benefit from a dynamic learning environment that combines expert-led presentations, facilitated discussions, case studies, practical exercises, and collaborative learning activities. The focus is on developing knowledge that can be applied immediately within the workplace, ensuring participants gain both valuable insights and practical skills that support improved professional performance.

Absolutely. Coventry Academy provides customised in-house training solutions for organisations seeking a tailored learning experience. The The Complete Course on Contracts & Purchasing Management training course can be adapted to reflect your organisation’s objectives, industry requirements, operational challenges, and strategic priorities. Delivered exclusively for your team, customised training enables organisations to maximise relevance, encourage collaboration, and achieve targeted development outcomes. Our team will be pleased to discuss your requirements and develop a solution that aligns with your goals.

Yes. Participants who successfully complete the The Complete Course on Contracts & Purchasing Management training course will receive a Coventry Academy Certificate of Completion, recognising their commitment to professional development and continuous learning. This certificate serves as formal evidence of participation and achievement and can support career progression, professional credibility, and ongoing development objectives. Where applicable, details regarding professional development credits or accreditation will be provided within the course information.

No prior experience is required to attend the The Complete Course on Contracts & Purchasing Management training course. The course is designed to accommodate participants from diverse professional backgrounds and varying levels of experience. While some familiarity with the subject matter may help participants gain additional value from certain discussions and activities, the course content is structured to ensure that both newcomers and experienced professionals can fully engage with the learning experience and benefit from the training.

The The Complete Course on Contracts & Purchasing Management training course is designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their knowledge, enhance their capabilities, and achieve greater impact within their organisations. It is suitable for managers, supervisors, team leaders, technical specialists, consultants, and professionals at all career stages who wish to expand their expertise and stay current with industry developments. Whether you are looking to advance your career, improve workplace performance, or prepare for new responsibilities, this course provides valuable knowledge and practical insights to support your professional growth.

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