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Home Programs Contracts Management Contract Administration: Understanding and Implementing Contractual Obligations
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Dubai English 27 Jun 2010 - 1 Jul 2010

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.
  • Know Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and claims handling.

 

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
  • Summaries

Contractual Provisions Affecting Implementation

  • Attachments / Exhibits
  • Other Non-Contractual Documents

Management of Contracts in Progress

  • Avoiding Problems: Importance of Communication
  • Know Your Contract
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Special Terms and Conditions
  • Setting Standards
  • SLAs
  • Outsourcing
  • Preventive Method
  • Continuous Improvement

Risk Allocation

  • Hold Harmless Clauses
  • Types of Damages
  • Limitation of Liability
  • Force Majeure
  • Termination for Cause or for Convenience

Contract Administration

  • Partnering
  • Problem-Solving versus Confrontation
  • Contract Interpretation

Claims and Change Orders

  • Legitimate and Not-So-Legitimate Claims
  • Variation and Change Orders
  • Dealing with Contentious Issues

Lessons Learned

  • How, Who and Where
  • How, Who and When

Dispute Resolution

  • Negotiation
  • Other Procedures
  • Alternative Disputes Resolution