Contract Drafting and Management
Poorly drafted contracts cost organisations far more than they ever save in legal fees. This course takes participants through the full life of a commercial agreement, from instructions and drafting to variation, performance management and close out, with an emphasis on clear language and terms that can actually be enforced.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01The anatomy of a commercial contract and what each clause is for
- 02Writing obligations in plain, enforceable language
- 03Allocating risk through indemnities, warranties and limitation of liability
- 04Payment terms, security, retention and price adjustment mechanisms
- 05Managing variations, extensions of time and scope creep
- 06Performance monitoring, breach, remedies and termination
- 07Contract close out, final accounts and record retention
What you will gain
- Draft clear commercial terms that hold up under scrutiny
- Identify and close the gaps that create later disputes
- Allocate risk deliberately through indemnities and limitation clauses
- Manage variations, extensions and price adjustments correctly
- Monitor supplier and customer performance against contract obligations
- Close out contracts cleanly with proper records and releases
Who should attend
- Contract managers and administrators
- Procurement and supply chain professionals
- Commercial and legal support staff
- Managers who sign or approve agreements
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 13 Nov 2026 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 23 to 27 Nov 2026 | London | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 7 to 11 Dec 2026 | Dubai | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 11 to 15 Jan 2027 | Pretoria | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 15 to 19 Feb 2027 | Durban | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 19 to 23 Apr 2027 | Cape Town | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 28 Jun to 2 Jul 2027 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R18,000 per delegate
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- 5 Days
- Field
- Legal, Contracts & Compliance
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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