An intensive professional development training course on

The Essentials of Contracting

Putting Principles into Practice

Why Choose The Essentials of Contracting Training Course?

Contracting arrangements play a vital role in the successful operation of any business or organisation; identifying and effectively managing the key risk areas can reduce costs and the potential for disputes, thus improving the efficiency of your organisation.

This Essentials of Contracting training course focuses on how your organisation can minimise your exposure to risk, reduce costs and the potential for disputes. It provides strategic and practical insights into managing risk through different procurement strategies and discusses best practice in developing tender documentation, criteria and evaluation. It also focuses on how to monitor and manage quality, time and cost risks.

It also features how to monitor and manage performance failures, and provides tools, tips and techniques on effective resolution of disputes to minimise cost and reputational risk exposure to your organisation.

This The Essentials of Contracting training course will feature:

  • Key strategic considerations in the procurement process
  • How best to manage principal risk areas?
  • Dealing with key liability issues
  • Implication of different types of change events
  • Setting and enforcing performance standards
  • Minimising claims and disputes

What are the Goals?

By the end of This The Essentials of Contracting training course, participants will be able to:

  • Assess which procurement strategy best suits their needs
  • Identify and manage key contracting risks
  • Assess and manage the implications of change events
  • Evaluate performance standards and monitor
  • Appraise the different options when facing claims and potential disputes

The Course Content

  • Key Considerations in Choosing Strategy
  • Issues that Impact on Choice
  • Key Delivery Models
  • Principal Compensation Models
  • Sourcing Strategies
  • Type and Forms of Contract
  • Why, What and How to Procure
  • Selection and Evaluation Criteria
  • Cost and Pricing – Models and Analyses
  • Validity and Objectives of the Contract
  • Managing Supply Chain Risk
  • Navigating Negotiations - Tools and Techniques
  • Process of Risk Management
  • Dealing with Design Liability
  • Achieving Quality and Standard of Performance
  • Managing Time and Completion Risk
  • Using Indemnities and Insurance
  • Choosing Governing Law and Jurisdiction
  • Assignment, Novation and Subcontracting
  • Implications of Changing Requirements
  • Managing Events External to the Contract
  • Setting Standards of Performance and Monitoring
  • Using Different Types of Security
  • Other Default Mechanisms
  • Completion and Close Out
  • Minimising Disputes through the Contract
  • Types and Assessment of Claims
  • Tiered Dispute Resolution Mechanisms
  • Consideration of other Resolution Processes
  • Arbitration and Litigation

Certificate and Accreditation

  • AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course

How Aztech Saudi Can Enhance Your Professional Career

At Aztech Saudi, we believe that professional development is the foundation of long-term career success. This training course is expertly designed to equip individuals with practical skills, forward-thinking strategies, and the confidence to navigate today’s dynamic work environments. Each course is delivered by subject matter specialists with extensive industry experience, ensuring that every learning experience is relevant, impactful, and aligned with real-world challenges. Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical expertise, enhance leadership abilities, or stay ahead of industry trends, Aztech Saudi provides the tools you need to elevate your performance and deliver measurable value to your organization.

Our training is more than just knowledge transfer—it’s a catalyst for career transformation. By participating in our courses, professionals gain a competitive advantage in their fields, improve their decision-making capabilities, and position themselves for new opportunities and leadership roles. We take pride in supporting individuals across various sectors and career stages, helping them unlock their full potential through high-quality, globally benchmarked learning experiences. With Aztech Saudi as your development partner, you’re not only investing in education—you're investing in a stronger, more successful future.

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Available Sessions

Register for The Essentials of Contracting on 04-08 Aug 2025 in Dubai - UAE
Venue: Dubai - UAE
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Date: 04-08 Aug 2025
Fee: US $5,950
Register for The Essentials of Contracting on 01-05 Dec 2025 in Dubai - UAE
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Date: 01-05 Dec 2025
Fee: US $5,950
Register for The Essentials of Contracting on 02-06 Feb 2026 in London - UK
Venue: London - UK
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Date: 02-06 Feb 2026
Fee: US $5,950
Register for The Essentials of Contracting on 01-05 Jun 2026 in London - UK
Venue: London - UK
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Date: 01-05 Jun 2026
Fee: US $5,950
Register for The Essentials of Contracting on 03-07 Aug 2026 in Dubai - UAE
Venue: Dubai - UAE
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Date: 03-07 Aug 2026
Fee: US $5,950
Register for The Essentials of Contracting on 30 Nov-04 Dec 2026 in Dubai - UAE
Venue: Dubai - UAE
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Date: 30 Nov-04 Dec 2026
Fee: US $5,950

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