Program Objectives:

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
* Identify administration tools and the roles of the contract administrator.
* Recognize the main contractual provisions and appreciate their effects on the implementation and management of future contracts.
* Understand the importance of knowing contractual terms and conditions.
* Review techniques for solving problems as well as partnering with contractors.
* Discuss ways of using lessons learned.
* Identify Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and ways to resolve claims.

This Program is designed for:
All those involved in any aspect of implementing, managing or administering contracts; also those involved in any step of contract preparation and award for them to realize the importance of a well prepared contract. This program is worth 25 NASBA CPEs.

Program Fees:
Per participant - USD 3700
Frequent nomination - USD 3330
(including coffee breaks and a buffet lunch daily)
One extra free place for every 2 paid nominees on the same program and dates
Discount Plans, Refunds & Cancellations Policy

Meirc reserves the right to alter dates, content, venue and trainer with a reasonable notice time.

Program Outline:

Principles of Contracts
* Definitions
* Legal and Business Considerations
* Difficulties

Administration Tools
* Roles
* Issues
* Checklists
* Calendars
* Documents

Contractual Provisions Affecting Implementation
* General Terms and Conditions
* Exceptions to Terms
* Special Terms and Conditions

Management of Contracts in Progress
* Avoiding Problems: Importance of Communication
* Know Your Contract

Risk Allocation
* Hold Harmless Clauses
* Types of Damages
* Limitation of Liability

Contract Administration
* Partnering
* Problem-Solving versus Confrontation
* Contract Interpretation

Claims and Change Orders
* Legitimate and Not-So-Legitimate Claims
* Variation and Change Orders

Lessons Learned
* How, Who, Where and When

Dispute Resolution
* Negotiation
* Other Procedures

Pre-requisites
None

Delivery Type
Group-Live