Contract Management and Dispute Resolution Programme

Overview

Gain a comprehensive understanding of contract management with a focus on the legal, administrative, and operational aspects relevant to the region. The contract management and dispute resolution programme equips professionals with the essential skills to manage contracts effectively and resolve disputes focused on the recently released Abu Dhabi General Conditions of Contract.

Tailored for consultants, clients, and contractors, this two-day training programme covers key topics, including risk allocation, contract administration, and dispute resolution, with a special emphasis on the role of Dispute Avoidance/Adjudication Boards (DAABs).

Delegates will gain a Certificate in Contract Management and Dispute Resolution (Abu Dhabi) upon successfully completing the course and assessment.

What you will learn

• Contract essentials: Analyse and comprehend the essential elements of the Abu Dhabi General Conditions of Contract, with a focus on dispute resolution clauses and mandatory DAABs.
• Contract administration: Understand the key responsibilities of the contract administrator, ensuring successful outcomes from the perspectives of the consultant, client, and contractor.
• Risk management: Learn about risk allocation and effective management of risks under the new contract terms.
• Dispute resolution: Study the dispute resolution processes outlined in the new contract, focusing on the constitution and administration of DAABs.

Course format

This two-day, face-to-face programme in Abu Dhabi provides both practical and theoretical insights into contract management and dispute resolution.

• Day 1: Practical administration of contracts, focusing on core responsibilities and processes for effective contract delivery.
• Day 2: Exploring the financial implications of contract management and the dispute resolution mechanisms, with an emphasis on DAABs.

Assessment is conducted through an online multiple-choice test (MCT). Successful completion of the course will earn delegates a certificate in contract management and dispute resolution.

Key dates and times

Mon 25 Nov 2024 - 9:00 - 17:00 GST

Practical contract administration

Tue 26 Nov 2024 - 9:00 - 17:00 GST

Financial implications and dispute resolution

Learning outcomes

• Understand contract essentials: study the key elements of the Abu Dhabi General Conditions of Contract, focusing on legal and administrative aspects essential for contract management.
• Effective risk management: Learn how to allocate and manage risks under new contract terms to prevent disputes.
• Dispute resolution processes: Gain knowledge of the dispute resolution mechanisms within the contract, including the constitution and management of DAABs.
• Practical contract administration: Understand the role of the contract administrator, including financial and operational responsibilities for successful project delivery.

For your business

Interested in this course for your employees? Request a callback from our dedicated training support team by emailing drseducation@rics.org.