27 - 31 Oct 2025
London (UK)
Hotel : Landmark Office Space - Portman Street
Cost : 5500 € Euro
Organizations that master best practices in project and contract management can achieve increased productivity, better cost control, and improved project outcomes. This certified 5-day training program, designed by Global Horizon Training Center, offers both practical and strategic insights into project and contract management. The course addresses key areas such as project planning, contractor selection, negotiation techniques, risk management, contract execution, and performance optimization.
To ensure knowledge acquisition and practical application, participants will complete a pre-assessment on Day 1 and a post-assessment on Day 5, allowing organizations to measure training ROI and individual progress.
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
Define project objectives and manage uncertainty effectively
Understand various contract types and transfer risk appropriately
Develop negotiation strategies aligned with organizational goals
Implement project controls and performance monitoring systems
Analyze contractor pricing and evaluate proposals with accuracy
Enhance their leadership and team management skills
The course includes interactive lectures, practical exercises, group discussions, case studies, and real-world scenarios. A detailed course manual will be provided. Participants will be encouraged to share current project challenges confidentially for group reflection and feedback.
Two evaluations will be conducted:
Pre-Course Assessment: Evaluating baseline knowledge
Post-Course Assessment: Measuring learning outcomes and effectiveness
Improved project governance and delivery frameworks
More effective contractor engagement and oversight
Increased project efficiency and alignment with organizational goals
Measurable training ROI through assessment data
Increased capability and confidence in managing contracts and projects
Stronger negotiation and risk mitigation skills
Recognition as a certified practitioner in contract and project management
Preparation for advancement into leadership roles
Day 1:
Fundamentals of Project Management & Pre-Course Assessment
Pre-Course Assessment: Measuring current knowledge and expectations
Key principles of project management
Reasons projects succeed or fail
Characteristics of high-performing project managers
Defining stakeholder roles and project leadership essentials
Day 2:
Project Planning and Strategic Decision Making
Clarifying project outcomes and success criteria
Managing uncertainty and applying risk-informed decision-making
Elements of a well-structured project plan
Collaborative planning and stakeholder alignment
Day 3:
Contractor Selection and Negotiation Essentials
Contract types and risk allocation
Evaluating contractor proposals and cost breakdowns
Developing negotiation techniques for win-win outcomes
Team selection and building high-performance project teams
Performance goal setting and KPI alignment
Day 4:
Managing Risk and Performance in Projects and Contracts
Identifying, analyzing, and responding to risk
Methods for mitigating contractual and project risk
Keeping teams goal-oriented under pressure
Building a culture of continuous improvement
Integrating lessons learned into future projects
Day 5:
Contract Administration, Close-Out, and Post-Course Assessment
Overview of contract administration roles
Managing changes, disputes, and contract modifications
Project close-out process and documentation best practices
Empowerment, delegation, and project control
Post-Course Assessment: Evaluating progress and knowledge gained