International Contracting

This seminar provides an introduction to the complexities of international transactions, highlighting the challenges of working across different legal systems, regulations, and customs. Participants will explore global sourcing methods, contract clauses, and the development of delivered prices for international deals. The seminar also covers selecting international suppliers, currency protection strategies, and understanding international labor rates. Attendees will gain insights to navigate these challenges, enhancing their careers and reducing organizational costs in the global market.

• Challenges presented by foreign currency exchange rates
• How to draft and develop International Contracts to protect your Organization's interests and reduce risk
• International Labour Rates
• The global sourcing process and methods of finding international suppliers
• How to select items and services for global sourcing
• How to avoid the most common problems in changing suppliers
• Different approaches to global sourcing and the benefits and disadvantages of each

• Contract managers and commercial managers involved in international projects
• Procurement and purchasing professionals handling global sourcing activities
• Supply chain and logistics managers working with international suppliers
• Legal and contract administration staff dealing with cross-border agreements
• Finance and commercial analysts involved in pricing, costing, and currency risk
• Project managers and project engineers managing international contracts
• Import/export officers and international trade specialists
• Business development and sourcing managers expanding into global markets
• Consultants and advisors in procurement, contracts, and international trade
• Any professionals involved in negotiating, drafting, or managing international agreements