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Contract and commercial management for practitioners (In-House)
By The In House Training Company
This five-day programme empowers participants with the skills and knowledge to understand and effectively apply best practice commercial and contracting principles and techniques, ensuring better contractor performance and greater value add. This is an assessed programme, leading to the International Association for Contracts & Commercial Management (IACCM)'s coveted Contract and Commercial Management Practitioner (CCMP) qualification. By the end of this comprehensive programme the participants will be able to: Develop robust contracting plans, including scopes of work and award strategies Undertake early market engagements to maximise competition Conduct effective contracting and commercial management activities, including ITT, RFP, negotiated outcomes Understand the legalities of contract and commercial management Negotiate effectively with key stakeholders and clients, making use of the key skills of persuading and influencing to optimise outcomes Undertake effective Supplier Relationship Management Appreciate the implications of national and organisational culture on contracting and commercial activities Appreciate professional contract management standards Set up and maintain contract and commercial management governance systems Take a proactive, collaborative, and agile approach to managing commercial contracts Develop and monitor appropriate and robust KPIs and SLAs to manage the contractor and facilitate improved contractor performance Appreciate the cross-functional nature of contract management Collaborate with clients to deliver sustainable performance and to manage and exceed client expectations Understand the roles and responsibilities of contract and commercial managers Use effective contractor selection and award methods and models (including the 10Cs model) and use these models to prepare robust propositions to clients Make effective use of lessons learned to promote improvements from less than optimal outcomes, using appropriate templates Effectively manage the process of change, claims, variations, and dispute resolution Develop and present robust propositions Make appropriate use of best practice contract and commercial management tools, techniques, and templates DAY ONE 1 Introduction Aims Objectives KPIs Learning strategies Plan for the programme 2 The contracting context Key objectives of contract management Importance and impact on the business 3 Critical success factors Essential features of professional commercial and contract management and administration The 6-step model 4 Putting the 'management' into commercial and contract management Traditional v 'new age' models The need for a commercial approach The added value generated 5 Definitions 'Commercial management' 'Contract management' 'Contracting' ... and why have formal contracts? 6 Stakeholders Stakeholder mapping and analysis The 'shared vision' concept Engaging with key functions, eg, HSE, finance, operations 7 Roles and responsibilities Contract administrators Stakeholders 8 Strategy and planning Developing effective contracting plans and strategies DAY TWO 1 Contract control Tools and techniques, including CPA and Gantt charts A project management approach Developing effective contract programmes 2 The contracting context Key objectives of contract management Importance and impact on the business 3 Tendering Overview of the contracting cycle Requirement to tender Methods Rationale Exceptions Steps Gateways Controls One and two package bids 4 Tender assessment and contract award I - framework Tender board procedures Role of the tender board (including minor and major tender boards) Membership Administration Developing robust contract award strategies and presentations DAY THREE 1 Tender assessment and contract award II - processes Pre-qualification processes CRS Vendor registration rules and processes Creating bidder lists Disqualification criteria Short-listing Using the 10Cs model Contract award and contract execution processes 2 Minor works orders Process Need for competition Role and purpose Controls Risks 3 Contract strategy Types of contract Call-offs Framework agreements Price agreements Supply agreements 4 Contract terms I: Pricing structures Lump sum Unit price Cost plus Time and materials Alternative methods Target cost Gain share contracts Advance payments Price escalation clauses 5 Contract terms II: Other financial clauses Insurance Currencies Parent body guarantees Tender bonds Performance bonds Retentions Sub-contracting Termination Invoicing 6 Contract terms III: Risk and reward Incentive contracts Management and mitigation of contractual risk DAY FOUR 1 Contract terms IV: Jurisdiction and related matters Applicable laws and regulations Registration Commercial registry Commercial agencies 2 Managing the client-contractor relationship Types of relationship Driving forces Link between type of contract and style of relationships Motivation - use of incentives and remedies 3 Disputes Types of dispute Conflict resolution strategies Negotiation Mediation Arbitration DAY FIVE 1 Performance measurement KPIs Benchmarking Cost controls Validity of savings Balanced scorecards Using the KPI template 2 Personal qualities of the contract manager Negotiation Communication Persuasion and influencing Working in a matrix environment 3 Contract terms V: Drafting skills Drafting special terms 4 Variations Contract and works variation orders Causes of variations Risk management Controls Prevention Negotiation with contractors 5 Claims Claims management processes Controls Risk mitigation Schedules of rates 6 Close-out Contract close-out and acceptance / completion HSE Final payments Performance evaluation Capturing the learning 7 Close Review Final assessment Next steps
Complaint and Conflict Resolution
By Prima Cura Training
Conflict within a workplace can appear in many forms, from personality conflicts between employees to employee and supervisor issues. This course will equip you with the knowledge of conflict management strategies and the practical skills to take steps to help to resolve situations of conflict.
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Social Media Me - Online Social Media Training
By Social Media Me
THE new way to learn social media. "It's the Netflix of social media training!"
Scheduling your social media content can help you to stay organised, keep consistent with your posting, and help you stay true to your goals for your business on Social Media! In this course, we’ll be looking at Social Media Scheduling – what it is, how it can benefit you, and most importantly – how to do it! We’ll cover: How social media scheduling can benefit your business The platforms you can use for social media scheduling and what might be the best option for you How to use Meta Business Suite to schedule posts for Facebook and Instagram How schedule posts on Linkedin Using a Third party and paid software like Hootsuite or an alternative platform As part of the live event of this workshop, we will also have a Questions and Answers session to finish this online workshop, where participants can ask specific questions about social media scheduling for their business. Event details: Date: Wednesday 15th January 2025 Time: 10am – 11.30am Location: Online (ZOOM) For: Businesses based in Luton The Luton Online: Digital Marketing Launchpad is a project funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK government's Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills. For more information, visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus
Embark on a captivating journey through Media & Art! From exploring diverse media forms, art movements, and new media art, to analyzing current trends, this course provides an insightful understanding of the intersection between media, art, and culture. Perfect for creatives and media enthusiasts alike.
Media Training
By Rough House Media
If you got a call from a TV producer asking you to appear on Newsnight, would you say ‘yes’? And if you did, could you make your argument in a way that captured the attention of the audience without being interrupted? Our media training courses are aimed at senior spokespeople and experts who give interviews on TV, radio or in print. We equip them with the skills and confidence to take control and give engaging, memorable and effective performances in which they deliver their key messages, no matter what the circumstances. Highly interactive and practical, each course includes a series of realistic print, radio and television exercises with experienced journalists. We provide immediate feedback following each interview, including techniques for improvement, advice about potential answers and the framing of key messages. While all our media training courses are bespoke, on a typical course we will cover: how the media operates how to prepare for interviews the differences between TV, radio and print interviews how to conduct different types of interview, such as pro-active, reactive, expert commentator and hostile (crisis communications) developing key messages which convey your views persuasively how to take control of an interview, stick to your own agenda and deliver key messages successfully use of language, body language, dress and delivery After the course, each delegate receives the Rough House Media Toolkit, including written feedback, recorded copies of their interview exercises, the Rough House Media Guide to Interviews and further supporting materials. We also provide a confidential assessment to the PR team of each delegate’s suitability for different types of interview. Venue We deliver courses in the most appropriate format for your circumstances – whether face to face or online. Face to face courses are portable: they can be held in purpose-built studios, at your own offices or at an external venue. In the latter two cases, we create a mock studio for the practical exercises. Online courses give you flexibility and enable you to offer training to delegates from all over the world. We have run virtual courses for people from the Far East, South Asia, North America and Europe, as well as the UK.
Are you passionate about the world of media and art? Do you want to learn how to manage social media platforms efficiently or how to produce engaging videos for YouTube and Instagram? With the UK's Bureau of Labour Statistics indicating a 10% projected growth in media production and social media management professions from 2022 to 2023, now is the perfect time to jumpstart your career. These professions offer annual wages ranging from £25,000 to £60,000, with earnings varying based on your experience and specialty area. Dive into the Media Production, Media Studies & Entertainment bundle - your gateway to the thrilling world of media. This Media Production, & Media Studies bundle allows you to journey through the intricate world of media and art, and provides the knowledge needed to manage social media campaigns professionally. It further arms you with advanced video editing techniques in Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve. It doesn't stop there. The Media Production, & Media Studies bundle also incorporates a Voiceover Artist Diploma course, teaching you to narrate stories effectively, and captivatingly. Each course in this bundle has been meticulously designed to provide you with a solid theoretical foundation, enlightening you with the essential knowledge that sets you apart in the bustling media industry. Don't miss this opportunity! Enrol in this Media Production, & Media Studies bundle and start learning from today! This Media Production, Media Studies & Entertainment Bundle Contains 4 of Our Premium Courses for One Discounted Price: Course 01: Media Studies: Media & Art Course 02: Social Media Manager Course 03: Adobe Premiere Pro Beginner to Advanced Course 04: Video Editing- DaVinci Resolve Learning Outcomes of Media Production & Media Studies By the end of this Media Production, Media Studies & Entertainment course, learners will be able to: Understand the intricate dynamics of media and art. Learn effective social media management strategies. Master beginner to advanced Adobe Premiere Pro techniques. Acquire proficient video editing skills in DaVinci Resolve. Understand the techniques of effective voice-over narration. Learn the ins and outs of Youtube and Instagram video production. Gain comprehensive theoretical knowledge of the media production industry. Media Production, Media Studies & Entertainment Start your learning journey straightaway with Media Production, Media Studies & Entertainment! This Media Production's curriculum has been designed by Media Production experts with years of Media Production experience behind them. The Media Production course is extremely dynamic and well-paced to help you understand Media Production with ease. You'll discover how to master the Media Production skill while exploring relevant and essential topics. CPD 40 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Media Production, Media Studies & Entertainment This Media Production, Media Studies & Entertainment course is ideal for Aspiring Media Studies professionals, Beginner to advanced level Video Editors, Budding Social Media Managers., Prospective Voiceover Artists. Requirements Media Production, Media Studies & Entertainment Career path Media Production, Media Studies & Entertainment This Media Production, Media Studies & Entertainment course is ideal for Media Studies Professional, Social Media Manager, Video Editor, Voiceover Artist, YouTube Video Producer, Instagram Content Creator. Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Hard copy certificate Hard copy certificate - £29 If you are an international student, you will be required to pay an additional fee of 10 GBP for international delivery, and 4.99 GBP for delivery within the UK, for each certificate
