International Contracting

By the end of the International Contracting training course, participants will be able to:

• Understand and manage challenges associated with foreign currency exchange and payment terms
• Draft and negotiate international contracts that comply with foreign legal frameworks
• Analyze global sourcing processes and assess supplier capabilities worldwide
• Apply selection criteria to evaluate international vendors and service providers
• Identify the advantages and limitations of various global sourcing strategies

Participants will be involved in a variety of instructional methods including lectures from an experienced world-class practitioner, hands-on practical exercises, seminar work, team-work, and highly interactive group discussions covering current practices and their relationship to the implementation of new concepts. An innovative and comprehensive electronic course manual and learning tool enabling practical application and reinforcement is provided as part of this KC ACADEMY International Contracting training course.

Attendees are encouraged to bring real problem examples with them, for discussion on a confidential basis, and to share their experience of particular issues in their company or industry.

Organizations that invest in this International Contracting training course can expect:

• Reduced total procurement costs through smarter sourcing strategies
• Improved performance and outcomes in cross-border transactions
• Higher supply chain efficiency with quality goods delivered on schedule
• Stronger international supplier relationships and improved compliance
• Competitive advantage by achieving best-value procurement globally

Participants will gain:

• Advanced skills in international contract negotiation and sourcing
• Broadened knowledge of legal, financial, and logistical aspects of global trade
• Increased confidence when managing overseas suppliers and agreements
• Enhanced professionalism and recognition within their organization
• Greater ability to achieve optimal outcomes in global contracting scenarios

This KC Academy International Contracting training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

• Purchasing, Projects and Contracts Professionals
• Supply Management, Operations, Maintenance Professionals
• Engineering and Quality Professionals
• Project Management Professionals
• Anyone who is now, or maybe in the future, involved in sourcing goods or services outside their own country and ethical or legal problems arising from differing labour or health and safety standards, etc.