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Contracts Management

Managing Contracts in the Public Sector

Managing Contracts in the Public Sector combines proven frameworks with hands on practice to strengthen capability in contracts management.

5 daysClassroomOnlineIn House
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Overview

Organisations increasingly rely on strong contracts management capability to stay competitive, and Managing Contracts in the Public Sector is designed to close that gap. Through a mix of structured input, discussion and applied exercises, delegates build the knowledge and confidence to take on greater responsibility in this area.

By the end of the programme, participants will have the confidence and practical grounding to take on greater responsibility for contracts management within their organisation.

Course objectives

  • Build a personal action plan for applying Managing Contracts in the Public Sector back at work.
  • Design practical plans that put contracts management frameworks into action.
  • Strengthen stakeholder engagement and communication around contracts management.
  • Evaluate current approaches to contracts management and identify areas for improvement.
  • Lead initiatives that strengthen contracts management across a team or organisation.
  • Develop the tools and templates needed to support contracts management in practice.
  • Review emerging trends shaping the future of contracts management.
  • Coordinate cross functional efforts that depend on strong contracts management.

Who should attend

  • Graduates and early career professionals entering contracts management
  • Officers and coordinators working directly in contracts management
  • HR and learning and development professionals supporting contracts management initiatives
  • Department heads overseeing contracts management functions

Course outline

Module 1: Foundations of Contracts Management

  • Consider how technology is reshaping contracts management in practice
  • Benchmark current practice against recognised industry standards
  • Practice using relevant tools, templates and checklists

Module 2: Core Principles and Frameworks in Contracts Management

  • Identify early warning signs of common project or process failures
  • Break into syndicate groups to work through a realistic case study
  • Work through practical exercises and small group discussion
  • Apply frameworks to a live workplace scenario
  • Discuss current trends and the future direction of contracts management

Module 3: Risk, Governance and Compliance

  • Unpack a short reading and relate it back to daily practice
  • Consider the ethical dimensions of decisions made in contracts management
  • Draft key performance indicators to monitor progress

Module 4: Case Studies and Practical Application

  • Practice giving and receiving structured peer feedback
  • Review a checklist of quick wins to apply immediately after the course
  • Close with a personal commitment to three specific actions

Module 5: Action Planning and Implementation

  • Translate strategic goals into a practical implementation timeline
  • Prioritise competing demands using a simple decision framework
  • Review key concepts and terminology used in contracts management
  • Identify common pitfalls and how to avoid them
  • Work through a short simulation exercise in pairs

Training methodology

  • Includes hands on exercises, group work and peer to peer learning.
  • Encourages active participation through scenario based problem solving.
  • Combines short input sessions with structured workshop activities.
  • Uses practical templates, checklists and tools that delegates can apply immediately.

Accreditation

Delegates who complete Managing Contracts in the Public Sector receive a Klarheit Certificate of Completion, recognising the hours of training undertaken and the topics covered. Certificates are issued at the close of the programme and can be used to support continuing professional development records.

Schedule

Upcoming sessions

Choose the city, date and delivery mode that works best for you or your team.

Victoria FallsNext
11 Oct 2026 to 15 Oct 2026
USD 3,519Register
Johannesburg
12 Oct 2026 to 16 Oct 2026
USD 3,484Register
Harare
15 May 2027 to 19 May 2027
USD 3,360Register
Live Online
15 Jul 2027 to 19 Jul 2027
USD 2,660Register
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