Certified Contract Drafting

Certified Contract Drafting

Both parties to any commercial relationship in any sector would argue that they want a fair and good deal. But what is a fair contract? A good contract? This hands-on course will explore what is needed for a good and fair contract, as well as the key components to a commercial agreement.

• Get exposed to some of the important “do’s and don’ts” in contracting.
• Explore proven and innovative contracting strategies
• Learn the value of having a contract that can be managed, and ensure your contracts reflect what you have negotiated.

Complimentary 12 months membership to the IACCM

By attending this interactive course you will be equipped with the skills to:

• Gain insight into oil and gas contract law and various jurisdictional differences
• Establish a solid foundation leading into the negotiation and management of contracts
• Identify and manage the contractual risks in a commercial contract
• Develop a solid knowledge of popular contract terms and understand the rationale driving them
• Obtain a solid understanding of oil and gas contract law principles presented in plain language
• Understand how and when to draft contractual remedies
• Establish firm commitments to time, money and quality with your commercial partner
• Create a foundation for effective SOW’s, SLA’s and KPI’s in any sector

This highly practical and interactive course has been specifically designed for:

Meet your expert course trainer: Jim Bergman

With extensive contracting and negotiation experience in supply management and strategic sourcing, as well as sales, Jim Bergman serves as Vice President of Learning and Development for the IACCM. Prior to joining the IACCM, Mr. Bergman was a contracts attorney for a Fortune 500 petrochemical corporation, Amoco Corporation, and was responsible for the legal and negotiations support to the procurement staff. He supported multiple locations globally, where he addressed strategic sourcing and legal issues concerning commodities and services valued at more than $1 billion annually. In addition to his efforts at Amoco, Mr. Bergman has developed additional experience as the current President of two other successful consulting and training firms based in Florida.

Benefits of IACCM Membership

• Regular updates, articles and news on commercial contracting, supply chain, professional development and related subjects
• Access to extensive training materials, classes and professional accreditation (exclusive to members, but at an incremental fee)
• Contacts in major companies worldwide
• Free webcasts and audio calls featuring top authors, academics and subject-matter experts
• International, cross-industry perspectives and networks
• Assistance with professional or career questions, personal or business related
• Access to knowledge and contacts that differentiate you from non-members, enhancing your career and employment prospects
• Opportunities to participate in original research on the topics and issues impacting your job
• Networking with peers and executives through on- line forums and at physical seminars and meetings – ideas, insights, career opportunities etc.
• Chances to initiate or join ‘communities of interest’ on specific subjects or projects