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Local Content Management in the Oil and Gas Industry Course
Introduction:
The Legal Aspects of Procurement course offers a comprehensive understanding of the role of law in the purchasing and supply of goods and services. This program is specifically designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to navigate the legal complexities associated with procurement.
Throughout the course, participants will gain insights into the legal framework governing procurement activities and its implications. By delving into the details, delegates will enhance their understanding of the legal aspects of purchasing and develop the ability to effectively manage and mitigate risks.
The program provides practical advice and real-life examples to guide participants in setting up robust contracts. By exploring best practices in contract formation and management, delegates will learn how to ensure that contracts are legally sound, comprehensive, and aligned with their organization's objectives. This knowledge will empower participants to negotiate favorable terms and conditions, protect their organization's interests, and minimize potential disputes.
The Legal Aspects of Procurement course is ideal for professionals involved in purchasing, procurement, and supply chain management, as well as legal professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of procurement law. By attending this program, participants will gain the necessary skills to confidently navigate the legal landscape, make informed decisions, and mitigate legal risks in procurement processes.
Join us in this transformative learning experience, where you will gain a clear understanding of the legal aspects of procurement and their impact on purchasing and supply chain operations. Acquire practical knowledge to establish robust contracts and effectively manage the process of contract formation. By mastering the legal intricacies of procurement, you will be equipped to enhance compliance, protect your organization's interests, and ensure successful procurement outcomes.
Course Objectives:
This is a specialist course aimed at giving delegates a sound working knowledge of the law relating to purchasing. As well as covering legislation, the course is designed to show the application of the law to practical situations regularly met by organizations purchasing goods and services. This course will utilize a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension, and retention of the information presented. This includes a comprehensive manual, PowerPoint presentation, class discussion, examination of delegates’ problems, and case studies from real-life scenarios.
Who Should Attend?
The Legal Aspects of Procurement course is designed for anyone responsible for the purchasing and supply of goods and services who is keen to develop, test, and refresh their skills in this important area. Intended for all levels of purchasing personnel with responsibility for contracting and placing purchase orders with suppliers, sub-contractors, and service providers. The course will also benefit those involved in the procurement process such as engineering, technical, marketing, and manufacturing personnel.
Course Outlines:
Law and contracting for Goods and Services:
- What is a contract in Law?
- What are the sources of contract law?
- Applicable laws relating to the supply of goods and services and the relevant property rights.
- Elements of a contract.
- Privity of contract.
- Privity of contract, what it is and why it exists.
- Consequences for the innocent third party.
- Managing Privity issues.
The structure of contracts:
- Contractual terms.
- Applying the implied terms for the supply of goods.
- Understanding the implied terms for the supply of services.
- Unfair Contract Terms and Contracts (Rights of Third Parties).
- Common Express Terms.
Law and the performance of contract:
- Managing Breach of Contract.
- Dispute in law.
Other laws applicable to contracts:
- The law of negligence and contract tort.
- TUPE.
- Competition Law.
- Freedom of Information.
Intellectual Property Rights and the law:
- What are intellectual property rights?
- Protecting in your organization’s intellectual property.
- Ensuring your organization does not infringe someone else intellectual property.
- Case studies
- Workshops