This program gets to the heart of ensuring the contract delivers on the promise and any variations are tackled promptly and skilfully. It also takes participants through the process of closing-out a contract in a manner that is prudent and compliant.

Overview

In order to maximise the full benefits available from a contract, close monitoring and performance management are essential. This program works through the steps to ensure the agreed contract terms and conditions are delivered and any variations are identified early and, if necessary, renegotiated. Participants will also learn the process of closing-out a contract. 

Who Will Benefit

Project managers, site supervisors, mine managers, line managers, engineers, senior administrators and other professionals who engage contractors or who are contractors themselves. 

This program is a professional development support program for those undertaking the Diploma of Contract Management.

Content

  • Implementing and managing contract performance
  • Managing purchasing agreements
  • Identifying and negotiating contract variations
  • Resolving disputes
  • Managing the ongoing relationships with stakeholders
  • Reviewing supplier performance
  • Planning and implementing contract meetings
  • Reporting contract performance
  • Closure, renewal or transition of contracts
  • Termination of contracts
  • Contract review and continuous improvement.

Learning Outcomes

Participants should be able to:

  • Plan the implementation and execution of a contract
  • Oversee the contract and purchasing agreement terms and conditions
  • Negotiate contract variations
  • Monitor and report on contract performance
  • Close-out the contract
  • Conduct a thorough contract review.

Assessment

Additional fee applies for assessment (5 units of competency):

$1050 Non Member
$875 Corporate/Professional Member 

Relationship to Competency Standards

Nationally Recognised Training

10833NAT Diploma of Contract Management

BSBPRC502 Manage supplier relationships
BSBADM502 Manage meetings
BSBWOR501 Manage personal work priorities and professional development
PSPPCM008 Manage Contract Performance
PSPPCM009 Finalise contracts

Please click on the qualification link above for Qualification information and total fees.

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190
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