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Legal Writing and Drafting Skills Why Attend There is a misconception that legal writing and legal drafting is the same but there is a substantial difference between the two. While legal writing typically deals with persuasive documents such as court briefs and legal letters, legal drafting involves creating documents such as contracts. They are both equally important in legal practice.  Legal writing is an important skill needed in every practice area of law. Words are used to advocate, inform, persuade and instruct. Are you giving the right impression? Are your clients receiving the right message? This course focuses on clear legal writing for a global audience. Effective communication with English speaking lawyers is about more than simply words. It entails understanding the unique way these speakers think and approach the legal, political, and business world. Did you know that most international commercial agreements are drafted in English, irrespective of the nationality of the contracting parties. Drafting contract skills is ideal for lawyers working in English as a foreign language who need to draft, explain or interpret contract clauses written in English. During the course, delegates will look at a wide variety of commercial agreements through to practical drafting sessions. This course will help participants to draft confidently and effectively in English regardless of the governing law. This is a practical course with many exercises and examples in order to achieve an interactive and stimulating outcome. The course's activities involve the production of typical work-place legal documents. Course Methodology The course consists of group discussions as well as individual and team tasks. There will be writing practice throughout the exercises. Course Objectives By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Apply plain English style of writing to all legal documents Recognize the need for legal clarity in different types of legal documents: legal letters, emails, memorandum and opinions Apply good legal writing practice Demonstrate the register of legal writing Correct common mistakes in legal writing Dispense and deal with pitfalls and issues relating to the use of legal jargon Proofread effectively Target Audience This course is for lawyers, legal secretaries, commercial managers, contract managers and anyone who must draft, amend or update contracts, legal letters and legal opinion. The course is suitable for non-native English speakers looking for a better understanding of English legal terms. Target Competencies Drafting letters Proofreading Writing in plain English Understanding legal terms Legal writing practice Note The Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has introduced a Continuing Legal Professional Development (CLPD) programme to legal consultants authorised to practice 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. Legal Drafting Signs of a well drafted contract: The simple rules! The language of drafting: Will v Shall v Must Identifying the legal formalities for a binding contract Structure and formation of a commercial contract: follow the formula and you won't go wrong The importance of Boilerplate clauses: No waiver Notices Assignment v Novation Governing v Jurisdiction Force majeure - are we covered for viruses (covid19)? Dispute resolution clause: Litigation v Arbitration v Mediation The preliminary documents in international transaction - using Heads of Terms effectively Vague words and expressions in commercial contracts- know the pitfalls! Best endeavors v All reasonable endeavors v reasonable endeavors Overview of cross border contracts: Distribution v Joint venture v Agency agreements Share Purchase Agreements Warranties and indemnities Allocating risks and liabilities between the buyer and seller Negotiating warranties from a Share Purchase Agreement Plain English in Legal Correspondence Good legal writing practice Moving from legalese to Plain English Unnecessary archaic and meaningless phrases Collocations Importance of collocations in legal writing Pitfalls and issues relating to the use of legal jargon in legal writing Writing short emails Writing long emails Writing formal emails Writing A Legal Letter Layout of a letter Body of a letter Putting a letter together The register of letter writing Typical sentences in legal letters The letter writing clinic: looking at the ten most common problems Rewriting letters Rewriting informal sentences to modern alternatives Correcting common mistakes in letter writing Legal Writing Troubleshooting The problem of English idioms Rephrasing English idioms Easily confused words Cutting unnecessary words Use of consistent terminology Ambiguity: how to avoid it Vagueness: how to avoid it Misuse of preposition in dates Problem words Constantly litigated words Rewriting sentences to remove gender specific language

The objective of Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification (approved by OTHM) is to support learners' development as managers within the tourism and hospitality industry. This Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management - Level 4 qualification enables learners to develop their knowledge of theories applicable to management in the tourism and hospitality industry. It enables learners to make well-informed and confident decisions about the management of work areas in the tourism and hospitality industry. Successful completion of this Level 4 Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management qualification will provide learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment. Program Overview: Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management - Level 4 Key Highlights of Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management - Level 4 are: Program Duration: 9 Months (Can be Fast tracked) Program Credits: 120 Designed for working Professionals Format: Online No Written Exam. The Assessment is done via Submission of Assignment Tutor Assist available Dedicated Student Success Manager Timely Doubt Resolution Regular Networking Events with Industry Professionals Direct entry into Year 2 of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree LSBR Alumni Status No Cost EMI Option Top Skills You Will Learn This Diploma in Tourism and Hospitality Management - Level 4 programme will develop your knowledge of theories applicable to manage businesses in the tourism and hospitality industry. It enables learners to make well-informed and confident decisions about the management of work areas in the tourism and hospitality industry Who is this course for? Working Professionals, A-Level holders, learners who are looking for Career Progression and a formal undergraduate qualification leading to award of degrees in future.

The objective of the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Education and Training qualification is to develop learners' understanding of theory and practice relating to their role in education. The qualification will provide learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policy makers in their own country. It will provide knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective practitioner in the education sector. The units combine both theoretical and practical knowledge in the education profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of effective performance, planning and accountability, development and team working. Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within education administration and/or management. Program Overview Key Highlights Program Duration: 9 Months (Can be Fast tracked) Program Credits: 120 Designed for working Professionals Format: Online No Written Exam. The Assessment is done via Submission of Assignment Tutor Assist available Dedicated Student Success Manager Timely Doubt Resolution Regular Networking Events with Industry Professionals Direct entry into Year 1 of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree LSBR Alumni Status No Cost EMI Option Top Skills You Will Learn You will learn about theory and practice relating to your role in education. It will provide you with knowledge that will underpins the ability to work as an effective practitioner in the education sector. You will further develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of effective performance, planning and accountability, development and team working. Who is this course for? Working Professionals, A-Level holders, learners working in lower education roles looking for Career Progression and a formal undergraduate qualification leading to award of degrees in future.

Accounting and finance are at the very heart of business operations. From banking to manufacturing, from huge service industries to micro businesses, the ability to manage, plan and account for money is still the ultimate measure of business success and the key driver of growth. The objective of the Level 5 Diploma in Accounting and Business qualification accredited by OTHM is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required by a middle manager in an organisation that may be involved in financial management, financial planning and control, financial reporting, taxation and people management. Program Overview: Level 5 Diploma in Accounting and Business Key Highlights of Level 5 Diploma in Accounting and Business qualification are: Program Duration: 9 Months (Can be Fast tracked) Program Credits: 120 Designed for working Professionals Format: Online No Written Exam. The Assessment is done via Submission of Assignment Tutor Assist Available Dedicated Student Success Manager Timely Doubt Resolution Regular Networking Events with Industry Professionals Direct entry into Year 1 of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree LSBR Alumni Status No Cost EMI Option Top Skills You Will Learn This Level 5 Diploma in Accounting and Business qualification will help you get knowledge and skills required by a middle manager in an organisation that may be involved in financial management, financial planning and control, financial reporting, taxation and people management. Who is this course for? Working Professionals, A-Level / Level 4 / Year 1 of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree holders or learners who are looking for Career Progression and a formal undergraduate qualification leading to award of degrees in future.

The objective of the OTHM Level 4 Diploma in Business Management qualification is to provide learners with an excellent foundation for building a career in a range of organisations. It designed to ensure each learner is 'business ready': a confident, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of business and management and equipped with the skills to adapt rapidly to change. The content of the qualification is focused on: managing business communication understanding the business environment and organisations in a global context business functions including people management quantitative methods in business finance for managers research and academic writing. The qualification is ideal for those who have started, or are planning to move into, a career in private or public sector business. Successful completion of the Level 4 Diploma in Business Management qualification will enable learners to progress to further study or employment. Program Overview Key Highlights Program Duration: 9 Months (Can be Fast tracked) Program Credits: 120 Designed for working Professionals Format: Online No Written Exam. The Assessment is done via Submission of Assignment Tutor Assist available Dedicated Student Success Manager Timely Doubt Resolution Regular Networking Events with Industry Professionals Direct entry into Year 1 of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree LSBR Alumni Status No Cost EMI Option Top Skills You Will Learn You will become 'business ready' with a confident outlook, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of business and management and equipped with the skills to adapt rapidly to change. Who is this course for? Working Professionals, A-Level holders, professionals working in range of industries looking for Career Progression and a formal undergraduate qualification leading to award of degrees in future.

The objective of Level 5 Diploma in Business Management qualification (accredited by OTHM) is to provide learners with an excellent foundation for a career in a range of organisations. It is designed to ensure that each learner is 'business ready': a confident, independent thinker with a detailed knowledge of business and management, and equipped with the skills to adapt rapidly to change.The content of the qualification is focused on people management, managing projects, marketing, finance for managers, business law, business ethics and social responsibility. The qualification is ideal for those who have started, or are planning to move into, a career in private or public sector business. Successful completion of the Level 5 Diploma in Business Management qualification will provide learners with the opportunity to progress to further study or employment. Program Overview Key Highlights Program Duration: 9 Months (Can be Fast tracked) Program Credits: 120 Designed for working Professionals Format: Online No Written Exam. The Assessment is done via Submission of Assignment Tutor Assist available Dedicated Student Success Manager Timely Doubt Resolution Regular Networking Events with Industry Professionals Direct entry into Year 1 of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree LSBR Alumni Status No Cost EMI Option Top Skills You Will Learn You will get knowledge and skills required by a middle manager who is involved in people management, managing projects, marketing, finance, business law, business ethics and social responsibility. Who is this course for? Working Professionals, A-Level / Level 4 / Year 1 of a three-year UK Bachelor's degree holders or learners who are looking for Career Progression and a formal undergraduate qualification leading to award of degrees in future.

Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: Take your teaching career to new heights! Acquire advanced pedagogical skills, curriculum design expertise, and leadership in education.

This Diploma in Information Technology - Level 4 (Fast Track) rationale for the qualification (Accredited by Qualifi, UK) is that it provides a career path for learners who wish to develop a broad base of knowledge and skills that will enable them to work in a variety of roles in the information technology (IT) industry, notably in programming, website design or PC maintenance. Diploma in Information Technology - Level 4 (Fast Track) technical skills and knowledge delivered through the successful achievement of the qualification are required and recognised internationally. The diploma is accredited at Level 4 and has a total equivalence of 120 credits. Key Highlights of this Diploma in Information Technology - Level 4 (Fast Track) qualification are: Program Duration: Fast Track 6 Months (Regular 9 months duration course also available) Program Credits: 120 Designed for working Professionals Format: Online No Written Exam. The Assessment is done via Submission of Assignment Tutor Assist available Dedicated Student Success Manager Timely Doubt Resolution Regular Networking Events with Industry Professionals Become eligible to gain direct entry into relevant Undergraduate degree programme. Alumni Status No Cost EMI Option Requirements This Diploma in Information Technology - Level 4 (Fast Track) (Accredited by Qualifi, UK) qualifications has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression. Entry to the qualification will be through centre interview and learners will be expected to hold the following: Qualifications at Level 3 OR A Level 3 qualification in another discipline and want to develop their careers in business and entrepreneurship. Career path Learners after completing of this course progress to: Combined Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Information Technology , BSc (Hons) in Business Computing and Information Systems degree, Combined Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security, Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology (Fast Track Mode), The Second year of Undergraduate study, Directly into employment in an associated profession. Certificates Certificate of Achievement Hard copy certificate - Included Qualifi courses: Once you complete the course, you would be receiving a Physical hard copy of your Diploma along with its Transcript which we would Courier to your address via DHL or Royal Mail without any additional charge.

This fast track Diploma In Business Enterprise - Level 5 qualification provides comprehensive coverage of the issues, challenges and disciplines growth organisations or business start-ups face. Learners who want to make a success of their own business venture or to develop their skills in promoting or creating growth in organisations will gain significantly from this qualification. After completing this fast track Diploma In Business Enterprise - Level 5 qualification the inspired student or entrepreneur will gain valuable insights into the characteristics, skills, resources and tools required to drive a growing organisation or business start-up forward. Learners will be required to be proactive and engage with businesses that have growth strategies or start-ups with ambition. Learners will be expected to create ideas and plans that support their personal business goals or those of organisations that they are involved with. Key Highlights of Level 5 Diploma In Business Enterprise qualification are: Program Duration: 6 Months Program Credits: 120 Designed for working Professionals Format: Online No Written Exam. The Assessment is done via Submission of Assignment Tutor Assist available Dedicated Student Success Manager Timely Doubt Resolution Regular Networking Events with Industry Professionals Become eligible to gain direct entry into relevant Undergraduate degree programme. Alumni Status No Cost EMI Option Requirements This fast track Level 5 Diploma in Business Enterprise (Accredited by Qualifi) qualifications has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression. Learners will be expected to hold the following: Learners who have demonstrated some ability and possess Qualifications at Level 4 or an equivalent international qualification OR learners may have a first degree in another discipline and want to develop their own business or shift careers Career path Learners completing the Level 5 Diploma in Business Enterprise can progress to: The Final year of an Undergraduate Degree, or Level 6 Diploma qualifications (click here to view) Directly into employment in an associated profession. Certificates Certificate of Achievement Hard copy certificate - Included Once you complete the course, you would be receiving a Physical hard copy of your Diploma along with its Transcript which we would Courier to your address via DHL or Royal Mail without any additional charge

The rationale for this fast track Level 4 Diploma in IT - Web Design qualification (Accredited by Qualifi, UK) is that it provides a career path for learners who wish to develop a broad base of knowledge and skills that will enable them to work in a variety of roles in the information technology (IT) industry, notably in programming, website design or PC maintenance. The technical skills and knowledge delivered through the successful achievement of the fast track Level 4 Diploma in IT - Web Design qualification are required and recognised internationally. The diploma is accredited at Level 4 and has a total equivalence of 120 credits. Key Highlights of this Level 4 Diploma in Information Technology - Web Design (Fast Track) qualification are: Program Duration: 6 Months (Regular 9 months duration course also available) Program Credits: 120 Designed for working Professionals Format: Online No Written Exam. The Assessment is done via Submission of Assignment Tutor Assist available Dedicated Student Success Manager Timely Doubt Resolution Regular Networking Events with Industry Professionals Become eligible to gain direct entry into relevant Undergraduate degree programme. Alumni Status No Cost EMI Option Requirements This Level 4 Diploma in IT - Web Design (Fast Track) (Accredited by Qualifi, UK) qualifications has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access and progression. Entry to the qualification will be through centre interview and learners will be expected to hold the following: Qualifications at Level 3 OR Level 4 qualification in another discipline and want to develop their careers in information technology and web design. Career path Learners after completing this course progress to: BSc (Hons) in Business Computing and Information Systems degree, or Combined Level 5 + Level 6 Diploma in Information Technology , or Combined Level 4 + Level 5 Diploma in Cyber Security, or Level 5 Diploma in Information Technology (Fast Track Mode), or The Second year of Undergraduate study, or Directly into employment in an associated profession. Certificates Certificate of Achievement Hard copy certificate - Included Qualifi courses: Once you complete the course, you would be receiving a Physical hard copy of your Diploma along with its Transcript which we would Courier to your address via DHL or Royal Mail without any additional charge.