Course Overview
This Advanced Commercial Contracts Programme is tailored for professionals who have a good foundation in contract drafting and negotiation principles and are ready to elevate their knowledge and skills to a new level. This programme delves into the intricacies underlying contract clauses, revealing their hidden risks and strategic applications. Participants will gain the advantage of practicing key negotiation tactics essential for securing favourable terms in high-stakes agreements, with practical insights into balancing, leveraging and maintaining constructive relationships.
Additionally, a special session on emerging AI legislation globally and its impact on contract drafting offers participants a critical look at the evolving role of AI in the legal landscape. This forward-looking segment prepares delegates to navigate AI’s challenges and opportunities in the world of contracting. Throughout the programme, delegates will engage with practical case studies and hands-on exercises, strengthening their abilities in drafting, negotiation and risk assessment.
Awarded by: Brickfields Asia College
Duration: 2 weekends
Study mode: Virtual Interactive Online Class
Intakes: Twice per year
Course Fees: RM2,500
Learning Outcomes
With this course, you will:
- Analyse advanced contractual clauses to identify nuanced risks and opportunities.
- Apply sophisticated negotiation tactics to secure beneficial terms in complex contract scenarios.
- Evaluate boilerplate provisions for legal and practical effectiveness in various contractual settings.
- Select the most effective dispute resolution mechanisms, including alternative methods, to address contract-related conflicts.
- Enhance confidence and credibility in contract drafting and negotiation practices through hands-on case studies.
- Navigate the evolving landscape of AI in contract law by understanding global regulatory trends and AI’s impact on contract drafting
- Prepare for future legal developments by understanding the ethical and practical implications of AI in the contracting processes.
Who should attend?
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- Legal practitioners and support staff
- Industry Professionals, Managers & Executives
- Business Managers and Executives
- Bankers/Investment Analysts
- Compliance Managers/Executives
- Government Regulators
- Corporate Counsel and Consultants
- Those interested in expanding their knowledge in this industry
Course Modules
- Session 1: Course Overview and Objectives
Introduction to the course structure, key learning outcomes, and how the programme will enhance your contract management and negotiation skills.
- Session 2: Selecting and Implementing Contracts
Explore the process of selecting the right contracts and effectively implementing them to ensure favorable outcomes and mitigate risks.
- Session 3: Key Terms & Clauses in Contract
Delve into the essential contract terms and clauses, understanding their significance and how they influence enforceability and interpretation.
- Session 4: Risk Identification and Mitigation
Explore exclusion and limitation clauses and understand how the advantages and challenges of liquidated damages clauses in commercial contracts.
- Session 5: Subcontracts & Related Agreements
Learn about subcontracts and related agreements such as supply contracts, assignment and novation that may be useful when delving into commercial agreements.
- Session 6: Case Study: The Deepwater Horizon Disaster
Examine the Deepwater Horizon disaster to understand real world risks, the legal ramifications and the lessons learned from contract failures.
- Session 7: Foundations of Clear Contract Language
Discover the importance of using clear, concise language in contracts to avoid ambiguity, ensure mutual understanding and prevent legal disputes.
- Session 8: Strategic Negotiation Preparation & Planning
Learn how to strategically prepare for negotiations, focusing on understanding both sides’ interests, creating leverage, and planning for successful outcomes.
- Session 9: AI Legislation and Regulatory Trends in Contract Law
Explore the emerging global impact of AI legislation on contract drafting and legal processes, and how to navigate the regulatory challenges AI presents in the legal landscape.
TRAINER
Karen Dawson
About Trainer
Karen Dawson possesses extensive experience and talent in the field of legal consultancy and training. With over two decades of expertise, Ms. Dawson has built a successful personal brand as a highly competent and driven professional, specialising in commercial contracts, oil & gas law, and mergers & acquisitions. Over the course of her illustrious career, she has held notable positions such as the Vice President of the Legal Department under the Energy & Utilities Division of Sime Darby Berhad; and provided contracting advice for multi-billion dollar projects in civil construction, such as the Bakun Dam Project.
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