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Strategic Contract Management

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Strategic Contract Management

Key Concepts, Processes and Current Practices

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
30 Mar - 03 Apr 2026 Amsterdam $ 5,950
30 Mar - 03 Apr 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
06 - 10 Apr 2026 London $ 5,950
01 - 05 Jun 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
06 - 10 Jul 2026 London $ 5,950
10 - 14 Aug 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
23 - 27 Nov 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
28 Dec - 01 Jan 2027 Dubai $ 5,950
04 - 08 Jan 2027 Dubai $ 5,950
18 - 22 Jan 2027 London $ 5,950
15 - 19 Mar 2027 Dubai $ 5,950
29 Mar - 02 Apr 2027 Amsterdam $ 5,950
29 Mar - 02 Apr 2027 Dubai $ 5,950

Course Summary

Formulating business needs, defining and planning projects, selecting providers, negotiating contracts and subsequent management of project delivery demands detailed understanding and astute management skills to minimise risks and maximise organisational value. Contract failures can be time consuming, disruptive and very costly. This Strategic Contract Management training course will look at advanced contract management concepts that enable participants to deal with changing business environments and apply a systematic approach to the contract management process, facilitating effective and efficient achievement of business objectives.

Participants on the course develop competencies in stakeholder management, strategic procurement planning, value-based procurement, contract negotiation, risk management, supplier relationships, and contract monitoring and control. The course emphasises organisational focus on value delivery throughout the contract life cycle, enabling participants to mitigate risk, align contracting strategies with organisational needs, and manage contracts that may not go as planned. The Strategic Contract Management training course prepares professionals to apply practical skills across every stage of contract development and execution.

Skills & Competencies

From this Strategic Contract Management training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • Strategic contract planning and acquisition strategy
  • Supplier relationship and stakeholder management
  • Contract negotiation proficiency
  • Contract risk management capability
  • Contract monitoring and performance control
  • Integration of contract and project management

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of Strategic Contract Management training course, you will learn to:

  • Expand your knowledge of key contract management concepts and processes.
  • Improve managerial approaches for effective contract delivery.
  • Identify and mitigate contract risk factors and commercial implications.
  • Apply stakeholder management principles to enhance contractual relationships.
  • Apply hands-on skills for every contract stage throughout the life cycle.

How You Will Learn

Learning is structured through interactive lecture content, practical exercises, case studies, and group discussions. Participants are encouraged to contribute real-world experience for discussion and debate, enhancing knowledge exchange across industries and applying practical contract management techniques to everyday scenarios.

Who should Attend?

This training course is ideal for professionals from all industries who wish to advance their contract management capabilities. This Strategic Contract Management training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Contract professionals seeking enhanced strategic oversight
  • Personnel involved in vendor and contractor relationships
  • Members of project teams and planning departments
  • Internal audit, risk, and contract strategy personnel
  • Procurement, project execution, and supplier performance roles
Course Outline
Day 1

Introduction and Key Concepts

This day introduces contract management fundamentals, including principles, issues, and stakeholder involvement. Participants explore definitions, lifecycle stages, and the importance of understanding business requirements. The topics covered will include:   

  • Contract Management overview
  • The purpose and nature of contracts
  • Key contract management principles
  • Typical issues connected with contract management
  • Projects, programs, endeavours
  • Project lifecycle

The Role of Stakeholder Management in Successful Contracts

  • Understanding key stakeholders; stakeholder management planning
  • Effective stakeholder management strategies
  • Business need analysis and requirements elicitation
  • Definition of project requirements

Day 2

Strategic Procurement Planning

This day focuses on procurement strategy and pre-contract activities, including tendering, supplier selection, and contract structure considerations. The topics covered will include:  

  • What are contracts and how are they created?
  • Corporate procurement strategy
  • Contract delivery models

Pre-contract Fundamentals

  • Procurement / contract management cycle: before, during and after signing the dotted line
  • Pre-tender activities
  • Developing acquisition strategy and specifications
  • Contract pricing strategies
  • The tender process, tender documentation required, evaluation planning, evaluation methodologies
  • Supplier selection: requirements for a good set of selection criteria; evaluation matrix
  • Structure of contracts
Day 3

Contract Negotiation and Transition

This day develops negotiation planning and contract transition skills, including tactics and negotiation styles, alongside risk management definitions and new risk mitigation concepts. The topics covered will include:   

  • Preparing to negotiate: objectives, context, issues, negotiating strategies
  • Negotiation styles, assessment of negotiating position/power
  • Negotiation planning and process
  • Interest based bargaining
  • When things don’t go as planned
  • Negotiator tactics and skills
  • Contract transition

Contract Risk Management

  • Contract risk management definitions and process
  • New concepts in risk mitigation
Day 4

Planning the Contract Delivery: Establishing the Baseline

This day emphasises establishing contract baselines, scope management, and effective monitoring techniques using tools such as work breakdown structures and earned value management. The topics covered will include:

  • Project scope, requirement traceability and Work Breakdown Structure
  • Using the Critical Path Method to manage contract deadlines
  • Managing budget and contingencies
  • Identifying and mitigating risks

Effective Contract Monitoring

  • Fundamentals of effective contract performance monitoring and control
  • Refining project requirements and managing variations
  • Earned Value Management
  • Payments management, linking payments to performance, payment records
Day 5

Maximising Value through Effective Control

Participants explore dispute resolution, poor performance management, and contract closure processes. The topics covered will include:   

  • Managing project creeps and time delays
  • Issue / dispute resolution
  • Managing poor performance and non-conformance

Closing the Contract

  • Contract termination / extension
  • Decision making on options for contract extension, renewal or termination
  • Project completion / inspection / handover / acceptance
  • Lessons Learned
  • Contract performance reviews and benefit realisation

Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this training course in-house enables organisations to align strategic contract management principles with internal procurement strategies, risk thresholds, and stakeholder priorities. Customisation ensures participants work on case scenarios and challenges that reflect real organisational contract portfolios and performance goals, enhancing learning transfer and practical application.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

Official Saudi Presence

Official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS with established global credibility.

International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

Trusted by professionals and institutions across public and private sectors.

Flexible Delivery

Training courses delivered within Saudi Arabia and across international locations.

Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this Strategic Contract Management training course:

  • Stronger capability in delivering contract value consistently
  • Improved procurement and acquisition strategy effectiveness
  • Higher confidence in negotiating and managing complex contracts
  • Enhanced risk management and stakeholder engagement
  • Increased alignment between contracts and organisational objectives
  • Greater ability to manage contracts that deviate from plan
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