Global Learning for Operational Leaders
Course CM-010
Contracts Management Specialist
This Contracts Management Specialist training course is designed to help contracts professionals manage the growing comp... The outline covers What are Contracts and How are They Created, The Structure of Contracts, Coll...
- 5 daysClassroom or online
- 14Upcoming dates
- 5Cities
- €2,315Fees from
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14 sessions
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14 sessions
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Introduction
Course overview
This Contracts Management Specialist training course is designed to help contracts professionals manage the growing complexity of international commercial and business relationships.
As global trade becomes increasingly intricate, it is essential for all business professionals to understand the requirements and obligations outlined in a contract, as well as the potential consequences of any failures by either party.
The training course aims to provide participants with the knowledge needed to navigate these challenges effectively.
This training course will feature:
The Differences in Approach Between Different Legal and Contracting Systems
Risk Allocation in Contract Management and Dispute Resolution in Contractual Disputes
Contracting in an International Context
Protecting Your Company’s Interests
An Understanding of Contracting in the English Language
Training Objectives
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 Strategies Can Be Developed to Improve the Commercial Outcomes
Apply the Latest International Thinking in Dispute Resolution
Increase Awareness of the Use of Contracts in Everyday Business Life
Who should attend
Target audience
- This training course will benefit all levels of personnel engaged in Contract Management, Negotiation, Procurement, Operations, and Disputes.
- Contract Administrators, Contract Professionals and Project Coordinators
- Specifiers, Buyers, Purchasing Professionals and Procurement Officers
- Contracts Managers
- Project Managers
- Engineers or Contracts Operatives
Methodology
Learning approach
- This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented.
- This 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.
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
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
- Coffee break
- Authority and Agency (continued)
- The Tender Process
- Alternative Sourcing
- Making Contracts Enforceable - With Particular Emphasis on the International Context
Day 2
The Structure of Contracts
- Form of Agreement
- Hierarchy of Terms and Conditions
- Different Contractual Structures - Traditional and New
- Coffee break
- Different Contractual Structures - Traditional and New (continued)
- Risk and Title (Ownership) in International Trade. When Does it Transfer?
- Notices and Other Formalities
- Which Law and Which Courts?
Day 3
Collateral Documents
- Securitising Performance Obligations
- Bonds and Guarantees
- Parent Company Guarantees
- Coffee break
- Parent Company Guarantees (continued)
- Letters of Intent, Comfort or Awareness
- Insurance Policies
- Assessing the Need for Financial Security
Day 4
Change and Variation
- Changes to Contract Documents
- Assignment / Novation Explained and Distinguished
- Variation Clauses and Changes to the Scope of Work
- Coffee break
- Variation Clauses and Changes to the Scope of Work (continued)
- Claims - What They Are, and How They Arise
- Delay and Disruption
- Force Majeure
Day 5
Resolving Disputes
- Conflict Avoidance and Tiered Dispute Resolution Clauses
- Negotiation
- Litigation
- Coffee break
- Litigation (continued)
- Arbitration
- Mediation, ENE and New Best Practices in Dispute Resolution and Management
- Final Questions and Review of Course
Course FAQs
Questions about this course
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What does Contracts Management Specialist (CM-010) cover?
This course covers Contracts Management through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 9 - 13 November 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
This training course will benefit all levels of personnel engaged in Contract Management, Negotiation, Procurement, Operations, and Disputes., Contract Administrators, Contract Professionals and Project Coordinators, Specifiers, Buyers, Purchasing Professionals and Procurement Officers
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include London, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Rome, Munich.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days from 09:00 to 14:00, which gives 25 contact hours, including a daily 30-minute break (22.5 hours of instruction).
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