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Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for Anyone desiring to improve their ability to speak self-assuredly, in front of both internal and external groups will benefit from this course. Overview Understand what separates an effective presentation from an ineffective presentation. Design a proficient presentation geared toward their audience. Create powerful slides that enhance the address. Enhance their public speaking skills with tips and techniques used by professional speakers. Prepare mentally for their best performance. Engage their audience more effectively and with greater passion. Whether speaking publicly or to a specific audience, your ability to build, develop and deliver a purposeful presentation is key to being able to convey your message and achieve your desired results. From open to close, it is crucial to learn the tools necessary to maintain engagement and to organize ideas to create coherent and convincing oral presentations. In this course, you will learn strategies to structure and develop presentation content focused on audience need and key points, identifying the areas in which you are most polished, as well as picking up hints and tips to address any gaps. Private classes on this topic are available. We can address your organization?s issues, time constraints, and save you money, too. Contact us to find out how. 1. Foundation, Structure, and Organization Why a presentation The difference between effective and ineffective presentations Delivering passion and value Structure determines success 2. Creating the Basic Structure Building the backbone Capturing audience attention Understanding your audience 3. Organizing Your Program Planning analog Creating the topic outline Fact-Finding 4. Designing and Building Your Presentation Choosing proper content Building and writing Your presentation Slide design 5. Delivering Your Presentation Preparing mentally Appearing confident in front of the crowd 6. Engaging Your Audience from Start to Finish Understanding and matching learning styles Closing Your presentation and providing calls to action Additional course details: Nexus Humans The Art of Effective Presentations (Second Edition) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the The Art of Effective Presentations (Second Edition) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

About this Training Course In today's business environment, there has never been more of a need to make Asset Management and Maintenance more cost effective and efficient. By utilising the Reliability Centred Maintenance process (RCM), you can increase safety performance, reduce maintenance costs, improve the effectiveness of your operations, boost machine uptime, and gain a greater understanding of the level of risk your organisation manages. RCM is just one component of an overall integrated Asset Management Process. All participants will complete detailed pre-course questionnaires before this 3 full-day course, enabling the trainer to tailor course content in order to meet specific delegate needs. Participant objectives are re-visited before, during and after the course, allowing the trainer to focus on outcomes and address any participant concerns and specific issues during the program. Training Objectives At the end of this course, participants will be able to: Develop skills to carry out successful RCMs and introduce the RCM process into their own and their company's daily activities. Be aware of our changing business environment and the need to apply RCM to drive continuous improvement, in safety, cost reduction, and minimise their environmental footprint Understand the impact of human reliability and the various methods used to improve this important area Understand the basics of Change Management and the methods used to securely anchor this process and make it routine Develop an appreciation for a holistic 'Asset Management' program, and know where the RCM process fits in, and the benefits it will deliver Target Audience Reliability Centred Maintenance is primarily a team activity and benefits from a cross functional team participation. This course is aimed at managers, engineers, technicians and operators at all levels who are responsible for the operation and maintenance of plant equipment and who will benefit from the elimination of bad actors (recurring equipment failure) and continuous improvement in the areas of safety, environmental impact, reliability and integrity. Trainer Your expert course leader has enjoyed a 37-year career with Shell International in a variety of leadership roles predominantly in Turnaround, Maintenance and Engineering Management before he left in late 2017 to pursue his interest in Turnaround and Maintenance Management consultancy. He has undertaken several Asset Management and Engineering positions within Shell Australia including the implementation and establishment of formal Reliability Studies including FMEA, RCA, RCM, Maintenance Planning and Turnaround Management programs at Geelong Refinery. Additionally, he was appointed Shell's Regional Turnaround Advisor within Australia and South East Asia supporting Shell Operating Companies throughout several Australasian and European sites. In more recent times, he had been engaged to implement and establish a formal Turnaround Management program within Brunei Shell Petroleum as well as becoming the appointed Regional Turnaround Management Subject Matter Expert (SME), TA Network and Governance & Assurance lead for Shell within the Shell Australasian, Russian Federation and Indian Sub-Continent OpCo community. His career repertoire includes hands-on practitioner, supervisory, reliability, contracts and management roles and he holds several maintenance and engineering tertiary qualifications including an Associate Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. He has presented at several Maintenance, Reliability, Asset Management & Turnaround forums and conferences. POST TRAINING COACHING SUPPORT (OPTIONAL) To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized 'One to One' coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster. Request for further information post training support and fees applicable Accreditions And Affliations

  During this training course, you will also gain a thorough understanding of the best practices of Medical Devices Quality Management Systems and be able to improve an organization`s overall performance by consistently providing safe and qualitative medical devices. After mastering all the necessary concepts of Medical Devices Quality Management Systems, you can sit for the exam and gain the "Certified ISO 13485 Lead Implementer' Certificate. By holding this Certificate, you will be able to demonstrate that you have the practical knowledge and professional capabilities to implement ISO 13485 in an organization.  About This Course   Learning Objectives Acknowledge the correlation between ISO 13485 and other standards and regulatory frameworks Master the concepts, approaches, methods and techniques used for the implementation and effective management of a MDQMS Learn how to interpret the ISO 13485 requirements in the specific context of an organization Learn how to support an organization to effectively plan, implement, manage, monitor and maintain a MDQMS Acquire the expertise to advise an organization in implementing Medical Devices Quality Management System best practices   Course Agenda Day 1: Introduction to ISO 13485 and initiation of a MDQMS Day 2: Plan the implementation of a MDQMS Day 3: Implementation of a MDQMS Day 4: MDQMS monitoring, measurement, continuous improvement and preparation for a certification audit, and the final exam. Assessment     Delegates sit a combined exam, consisting of in-course quizzes and exercises, as well as a final 12 question, essay type exam on Day 4 of the course. The overall passing score is 70%, to be achieved within the 150 minute time allowance. Exam results are provided within 24 hours, with both a Certificate and a digital badge provided as proof of success. Prerequisites   A fundamental understanding of ISO 13485 and comprehensive knowledge of implementation principles. What's Included?   Certification fees are included on the exam price Training material containing over 450 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed An attestation of course completion worth 32 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course. In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months for free Who Should Attend?   Managers or consultants involved in Medical Devices Quality Management Expert advisors seeking to master the implementation of a Medical Devices Quality Management System Individuals responsible for maintaining conformance with MDQMS requirements MDQMS team members Accreditation Provided by   This course is Accredited by NACS and Administered by the IECB

Certified Business Relationship Manager (CBRM®): Virtual In-House Training The CBRM® Practitioner Qualification is intended for the intermediate-to-advanced Business Relationship Manager, as it focuses on advancing to the role of Strategic Business Relationship Manager. As such, the primary focus is on strategic business relationship management, leveraged to optimize business value to the enterprise. The purpose of the Practitioner qualification is to confirm whether the candidate has achieved sufficient understanding and competence to perform the role of Strategic Business Relationship Manager. To pursue the CBRM® certification, a candidate must be a certified Business Relationship Management Professional (BRMP®). What You Will Learn The successful candidate will demonstrate deep understanding and ability to perform the Strategic BRM role. Specifically, the candidate will: Effectively communicate the purpose and objectives of the Strategic BRM role and how to optimally position that role for maximum effectiveness within the enterprise Understand how to use their personal power and influence to build business relationships and foster a culture that excels at business value results Apply the Strategic Relationship Management processes and techniques to build and sustain trust relationships spanning Business Partner and Provider networks Be able to assess Business Demand Maturity and Business Relationship Maturity and how these might evolve over time Be able to assess Provider Capability Maturity and BRM Competencies and identify key areas needing improvement Be able to apply cross-organization communication techniques to clearly articulate real Provider / business value delivered to the organization Be able to influence executive leaders in their use of Provider Capabilities and Assets based upon potential business value and convergence with business strategy Promote and catalyze business innovation in the Provider's sphere of influence Be able to use the Business Value Management process, techniques, and metrics to define, realize, and optimize the value of Provider capabilities and assets Apply Business Partner Experience Management so as to foster a positive Business Partner perception of Provider capabilities as an essential element of building and sustaining trust relationships Shape strategic agendas for optimum business value, with due consideration of external compliance requirements and potential risks to the business Understand the implications of Lean / Agile methods for the BRM role and capability Influence the development and deployment of available Provider capabilities based upon business need and potential to enable or create business value. Apply Business Capability Management to determine and acquire enabling capabilities pursuant to strategic outcomes Apply Business Capability Management to determine and acquire enabling capabilities pursuant to strategic outcomes Contribute to Business Transition Management in order to foster organizational understanding, support, adoption, and business value results of investments in new business capabilities Course Introduction Explain the House of BRM, recalling the BRM Core Disciplines, competencies required for the BRM role, and necessary conditions for protecting the integrity of the role Recall the key BRM concepts, processes, and techniques Understand the Business Relationship Maturity Model and the Five Relationship Maturity Levels Understanding Business Relationship Maturity and Value The Strategic BRM Role and Capability BRM Impact on Business Value Introduction to the ACME Leisurewear Case Scenario that is used through the course Assessing BRM Context Clarifying Issues Conducting a Business Demand Maturity Assessment Conducting a Business Relationship Maturity Assessment Conducting a Provider Capability Maturity Assessment Shaping the Business Partner's experience with the Provider The BRM role in Service Management Developing Strategic Relationships How to assess Strategic Relationships and plan for their improvement How to achieve business impact through influence and persuasion How to plan and execute BRM formal communications Organizational considerations for BRM deployment How to determine appropriate BRM performance measurement Optimizing Business Value Formulating and Clarifying Business Strategy Catalyzing Business Innovation Business Capability Management Value Management Planning Portfolio Management Business Transition Planning Business Value Optimization Summary and CBRM Exam Preparation Course Summary CBRM Syllabus Review Format and structure of the CBRM® Practitioner Exam Exam hints and tips Sample Exam

In the ever-evolving business landscape, an adept professional who can efficiently manage Office Skills, maintain Legal Compliance, ensure Workplace Safety and build successful teams is a highly sought-after asset. This comprehensive bundle, "Office Skills, Business Communication, Business Law with Facilities Management", caters to this need. The UK job market reports an increased demand for Office Skills experts, with median salaries ranging from £35,000 to £50,000 annually. Our Office Skills, Business Communication, Business Law with Facilities Management bundle will provide theoretical knowledge in diverse areas, including: Office Administration Legal Secretaryship Compliance Training Facilities Management Performance Management Confidentiality Virtual Team Management Touch Typing Business Etiquette Workplace Safety Employee Management Public Speaking Microsoft Excel Confidence Building Assertiveness Leadership Meeting Management Enrol now in our Office Skills, Business Communication, Business Law with Facilities Management bundle course and start your journey from today! Learning Outcomes: By the end of this Office Skills, Business Communication, Business Law with Facilities Management bundle course, learners will be able to: Understand core concepts of Office Administration for honing vital Office Skills Gain theoretical knowledge in Legal Secretaryship to enrich your Office Skills Learn the importance and processes of Compliance Training for comprehensive Office Skills Get acquainted with principles of Facilities Management to enhance Office Skills Comprehend performance and employee management strategies, integral to robust Office Skills Understand nuances of virtual team building and management, refining Office Skills Master the theoretical basis of Public Speaking, a key Office Skills component Enhance proficiency in Microsoft Excel, an essential Office Skills tool Why Choose Our Office Skills, Business Communication, Business Law with Facilities Management bundle course? Earn QLS-endorsed and CPDQS-accredited certificates completely free for showcasing your honed Office Skills Receive a complimentary student ID, expanding your Office Skills credentials Access innovative and engaging content to amplify your Office Skills Enjoy free assessments to test and refine your Office Skills Benefit from 24/7 tutor support, aiding your continuous Office Skills growth This Office Skills, Business Communication, Business Law with Facilities Management bundle, comprising 18 courses, offers a holistic insight into the field of office skills, Business communication, and facility management. It explores the theoretical underpinnings of various disciplines integral to well-functioning Office Skills, focusing on topics such as Compliance Training, Performance Management, Virtual Team Building, and more. Furthermore, the bundle equips learners with knowledge of other crucial aspects like Business Etiquette, Workplace Confidentiality, and Workplace Safety. The benefits of learning these Office Skills extend beyond immediate job demands. These Office Skills cultivate a multifaceted understanding of business operations, foster leadership skills, enhance communication abilities, and build proficiency in essential software like Microsoft Excel. This knowledge of Office Skills equips learners with a solid theoretical foundation, bolstering their capabilities and broadening their career prospects in the process. CPD 180 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? This Office Skills, Business Communication, Business Law with Facilities Management bundle course is ideal for: Aspiring Office Managers Prospective Team Leaders Individuals interested in Facilities Management Legal and Compliance Officers Requirements There are no prior qualifications required to enrol in this Office Skills, Business Communication, Business Law with Facilities Management bundle course. Career path Those who complete this bundle course on Office Skills, Business Communication, and Business Law with Facilities Management can have a better chance of getting into jobs like: Office Manager Facilities Manager Team Leader Legal Secretary Compliance Officer Performance Manager Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Hard copy certificate Hard copy certificate - Included

Boost Your Career with Apex Learning and Get Noticed By Recruiters in this Hiring Season! Get Hard Copy + PDF Certificates + Transcript + Student ID Card worth £160 as a Gift - Enrol Now Give a compliment to your career and take it to the next level. Thisbundle will provide you with the essential knowledge to shine in your professional career. Whether you want to develop skills for your next job or elevate your skills for your next promotion, this bundle will help you stay ahead of the pack. Throughout the programme, it stresses how to improve your competency as a person in your chosen field while also outlining essential career insights in the relevant job sector. Along with this course, you will get 10 premium courses, an originalhardcopy, 11 PDF certificates (Main Course + Additional Courses) Student ID card as gifts. This Bundle Consists of the following Premium courses: Course 01: Business Plan for Entrepreneurs Course 02: Entrepreneurship Training Course 03: Strategic Planning and Analysis for Marketing Course 04: Resource & Workout Layout Course 05: Raise Money and Valuation for Business Course 06: Basic Business Finance Course 07: Budgeting and Forecasting Course 08: Team Management Course 09: Business Law Course 10: Compliance & Business Risk Management Course 11: Business Branding How will I get my Certificate? After successfully completing the course you will be able to order your CPD Accredited Certificates (PDF + Hard Copy) as proof of your achievement. PDF Certificate: Free (Previously it was £6*11 = £66) Hard Copy Certificate: Free (For The Title Course: Previously it was £10) Curriculum of Bundle Course 01: Business Plan for Entrepreneurs Introduction to Business Plan for Entrepreneurs Module 01: Things to Consider Before Starting Module 02: The Elements Module 03: Who Are You Writing Module 04: The Purpose Module 05: How a Plan Can Help with Long Term Success Module 06: Reasons You Need a Plan Module 07: Conclusion Course 02: Entrepreneurship Training Module 1: Introduction to Entrepreneurship Module 2: Entrepreneurship and Innovation Module 3: The Entrepreneurial Mindset Module 4: Introduction to Idea Generation Module 5: Models Module 6: Writing and Evaluating plan Module 7: Fundraising Module 8: The Reasons Why New Businesses Fail Module 9: Green Entrepreneurship A Sustainable Development Challenge Course 03: Strategic Planning and Analysis for Marketing Module 1: An Introduction to Strategic Planning Module 2: Development of a Strategic Plan Module 3: Strategic Planning for Marketing Module 4: Strategic and Marketing Analysis Module 5: Internal Analysis Module 6: External Analysis Module 7: Market Segmentation, Targeting and Positioning Module 8: Approaches to Customer Analysis Module 9: Approaches to Competitor Analysis Course 04: Resource & Workout Layout Module 01: Introduction to Operational Management Fundamentals & System View of Operations Module 02: Capacity Management Module 03: Work Flow Organisation Module 04: Resource Planning-HR Allocation and Engagement Module 05: Health Safety & Environment (HS&E) - General Methods and Tools Course 05: Raise Money and Valuation for Business Introduction & Fund Raising Recap of Previous classes Traditional Ways of Financing Startup Financing and Stages in Startup Finance Early Stage Financing - Own Capital, Crowdfunding, Leasing Early Stage Financing - Angel Investing, VC Funding, Incubation, Others Valuation Concepts Why Do We Need Valuation and its Objective? Basic Valuation Concepts Process of valuation and Factors which affect Valuations Valuation Methods and Market Approach Income Valuation Approach Discounting rate and how we determine it Other Methods of valuation and Conclusion Course 06: Basic Business Finance Module 01: What is It? Module 02: Why Fail Module 03: The Principles Part 1 Module 04: The Principles Part 2 Module 05: The Balance Sheet Module 06: The Income Statement Module 07: The Cashflow Statement Module 08: A Exercise Module 09: Financial Performance Indicators Module 10: Investment Analysis Module 11: Investment Analysis Exercise Module 12: Key Learning Points Course 07: Budgeting and Forecasting Unit-1. Introduction Unit-2. Detail Budget Requirement Unit-3. Process of Making Budget Course 08: Business Performance Management Module 01: Welcome Module 02: Part 1 Introduction and Agenda Module 03: Concepts in Performance Management Module 04: The Purpose of Management Module 05: Exercise: Mission and Objectives Module 06: Part 1 Project Module 07: Part 2 Introduction and Agenda Module 08: Management by Objectives Module 09: The Performance Pyramid Module 10: The Balanced Scorecard Module 11: The Lean Philosophy Module 12: Benefits Realisation Module 13: Part 2 Project Module 14: Test your Knowledge 1 Module 15: Part 3 Measuring Managing and Improving Performance Module 16: Exercise: Performance Measures Module 17: Analysing Performance Data Module 18: Operational Metrics Module 19: Reporting Performance Data Module 20: Improving Performance Module 21: Exercise: More Performance Measures Module 22: Key Learning Points Module 23: Part 3 Project Module 24: Test your Knowledge 2 Module 25: Part 4 Nightingale Care 1 Module 26: Part 4 Nightingale Care Suggested Answer 1 Module 27: Part 4 Nightingale Care 2 Module 28: Part 4 Nightingale Care Suggested Answer 2 Module 29: Part 4 Nightingale Care 3 Module 30: Part 4 Nightingale Care Suggested Answer 3 Module 31: Part 4 Nightingale Care 4 Module 32: Part 4 Nightingale Care Suggested Answer 4 Course 09: Business Law Module 1: Understanding Module 2: European Community Law Module 3: The Court System Module 4: Civil and Alternative Dispute Resolution Module 5: Contract & Law Module 6: Employment Law Module 7: Agency Law Module 8: Consumer Law and Protection Module 9: Law of Tort Module 10: Organisations Module 11: Company Law Module 12: Property Module 13: Competition Law Course 10: Compliance & Business Risk Management Module 1: Introduction to Compliance Module 2: Five basic elements of compliance Module 3: Compliance Management System (CMS) Module 4: Compliance Audit Module 5: Compliance and Ethics Module 6: Risk and Types of Risk Module 7: Introduction to Risk Management Module 8: Risk Management Process Course 11: Business Branding Course Promo Video Chapter1 Chapter2 Chapter3 Chapter4 Chapter5 Chapter6 Chapter7 Chapter8 Chapter9 Chapter10 Chapter11 CPD 110 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Anyone from any background can enrol in this bundle. Requirements This course has been designed to be fully compatible with tablets and smartphones. Career path Having this expertise will increase the value of your CV and open you up to multiple job sectors. Certificates Certificate of completion Digital certificate - Included Certificate of completion is included in course price. Certificate of completion Hard copy certificate - Included You will get the Hard Copy certificate for the title course (Business Plan for Entrepreneurs) absolutely Free! Other Hard Copy certificates are available for £10 each. Please Note: The delivery charge inside the UK is £3.99, and the international students must pay a £9.99 shipping cost.

PMI® Authorized PMP® Exam Preparation is a four-day course which will help delegates to build on their knowledge in every area of project and program management skill development. This certification positions learners to successfully complete the Project Management Professional (PMP)® examination.

  ISO 37001 Foundation training enables you to learn the basic elements to implement and manage an Anti-bribery Management System (ABMS) as specified in ISO 37001. About This Course   During this training course, you will be able to understand the different modules of an ABMS, including ABMS policy, procedures, performance measurements, management commitment, internal audit, management review and continual improvement.   After completing this course, you can sit for the exam and gain "Certified ISO 37001 Foundation' credential. An IECB Foundation Certificate shows that you have understood the fundamental methodologies, requirements, framework and management approach.   Learning objectives   Understand the elements and operations of an Anti-bribery Management System and its principal processes Acknowledge the correlation between ISO 37001 and other standards and regulatory frameworks Understand the approaches, methods and techniques used for the implementation and management of an ABMS   Educational approach   Lecture sessions are illustrated with practical questions and examples Practical exercises include examples and discussions Practice tests are similar to the Certification Exam Prerequisites   There are no prerequisites for this course. What's Included?   Refreshments & Lunch (Classroom courses only) Course Slide Deck Official Study Guides The Exam fees Who Should Attend?   Individuals concerned about Anti-bribery Management Individuals seeking to gain knowledge about the main processes of Anti-bribery Management Systems (ABMS) Individuals interested to pursue a career in Anti-bribery Management Accreditation Assessment   The examination consists of 40 multiple choice questions stemming from the course materials. The exam should be completed within 60 minutes, with a 70% pass mark. Exam results are provided within 24 hours. Provided by   This course is accredited by NACS and Administered by the IECB

Certificate in Business and Commercial Law (CBCL) Why Attend This course is designed for professionals with little or no prior legal background but who are required to make organizational decisions involving legal matters. It will provide participants with the fundamental principles of commercial law, including commercial contracts and negotiation, sale of goods, intellectual property rights and employee relations. It also covers all the legal aspects of setting up a business, running a business and closing a business Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of international commercial law with emphasis on the common law system. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and analyze key legal issues regarding contracts and the business as a whole which they are likely to encounter within their organization.  Course Methodology In this interactive training course participants will frequently work in pairs as well as in larger groups to complete exercises as well as regional and international case studies. Course Objectives By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Apply legal rules and principles to specific commercial situations through consideration of relevant case law Negotiate commercial contracts complying with commercial and legal requirements Increase profitability within their organization by selecting appropriate methods of distribution of goods Recognize and analyze how intellectual property rights affect their organization Evaluate and modify organizational employment practices complying with labor law requirements Target Audience This course is suitable for those with little or no formal training in commercial law yet would be required to understand the fundamentals of commercial law as it may directly impact their work. It will particularly benefit directors and executives who have direct responsibility for legal decisions within the organization. In-house council new to the region, and those working within a legal department, will also find this course highly beneficial. Target Competencies Drafting Contracts Contract Negotiation Understanding Commercial Terms Understanding Employment Law Implementing Organizational Employment Practices Understanding Intellectual Property Understanding corporate restructuring Understanding the effect of breach of commercial contract terms Note The Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has introduced a Continuing Legal Professional Development (CLPD) programme to legal consultants authorised to practise through a licensed firm in the Emirate of Dubai. We are proud to announce that the Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has accredited EMG Associates as a CLPD provider. In addition, all our legal programmes have been approved. This PLUS Specialty Training Legal course qualifies for 4 elective CLPD points. Overview of commercial & business law Areas of commercial and business law Types of commercial contracts Commercial contracts in the civil law and common law systems Sources of English law Civil law v Common law Civil law in the GCC Formalities for a binding contract Elements required for an enforceable contract Rules for contract interpretation implied terms v express terms identifying risks and how to minimise risks Structure of a commercial contract Preliminary documents in international transactions Memorandum of Understanding/ Heads of Terms. Are they legally binding? Commercial implications Boilerplate/ miscellaneous provisions- the important but forgotten clauses- beware! Force majeure v Frustration Notices Set off No waiver Entire Agreement/ non- reliance clause Times is of the essence Assignment v Novation Governing law Common mistakes in choice of law Jurisdiction clause Exclusive v Non-exclusive Factors in deciding the jurisdiction clause International dispute resolution Litigation Importance of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Arbitration Mediations Conciliation Negotiation Remedies for breach of contract Damages Specific performance Injunctions Advantages and disadvantages of different business forms Types of business vehicles Sole trader Partnerships Limited Liability Partnerships Companies Cross Border Transactions Distributorship Agency Joint Venture Acquisitions Share purchase v Business purchase Apportioning risks and liabilities through warranties and indemnities Negotiating warranties and indemnities Corporate insolvency Tests identifying insolvency Consequence for directors who fail to react to insolvency Types of insolvency Administration Receivership Creditor Voluntary Liquidation Compulsory Liquidation Commercial Tort Tort of negligence Defamation Libel Slander Recent case law on defamation Managing risk Prevention is better than cure: Effective risk management Intellectual Property Rights management Types of Intellectual Property copyright trademark patent design rights confidential information Assignment v Granting a license The law of passing off Intellectual Property in the GCC Employment law issues in the common law systems and the GCC Types of employment contracts Grounds for dismissal Wrongful dismissal Redundancy Unfair dismissal Commercial real estate in the GCC Leasehold Freehold

Level 5 QLS Diploma | QLS Endorsed Certificate Included | 10 CPD Courses & PDF Certificates | 145 CPD Points