International Contract Law for Beginners

Course Description

This course has been specially written for those who find themselves in newly promoted positions which require some understanding of contractual terms and conditions. This is an easy starter pack for those who have never had any contractual experience and are “new to the game”. The course is designed for people with little or no knowledge of law and introduces participants to some of the most commonly used legal concepts and as well as international terminology.

Although the course draws heavily on “real-life” examples taken from actual contracts, a knowledge of law, legal concepts, contracts or terms and conditions is not a prerequisite.

Who will benefit

• Anybody seeking an introductory understanding of international contracts’ terminology and contract terms and conditions
• Anybody who is involved in contract formation or operation
• Anybody looking to understand the legal rationale behind their contracts in order to make better business decisions

Why you should attend

Contracts are the underpinning of all business relationships and are at the centre of your organization’s day to day operation.

• Basic awareness of contract operation is now regarded as a core competency
• Contracts become easier when the jargon is understood
• You will feel confident when discussing legal contractual issues with colleagues
• You will feel confident in putting your ideas across in a language that your legal department will understand

Key topics

• The Common law and Civil Law systems and knowing the pitfalls
• Understanding Obligations
• Payment of the Price
• Delivery of the Scope
• Some examples of Clauses in a Contract
• General Terms and Special Terms
• Transfer of Risk and Transfer of Ownership
• Breach of Contract and Non-Performance
• Consequential Loss
• Liquidated Damages
• Rescission, Repudiation and Termination
• Security for performance
• Suspension and Force Majeure
• Defects and Defective Performance
• Accidentally to agreeing to things by Actions

Course details

• Blended learning using internet searches, videos, workshops, group sessions, and “edutainment”!
• Accelerated learning techniques to improve understanding and long-term retention
• Contracts considered from a non-legal perspective, not a lawyer’s.

Course Duration: 2 Days