On completion of this course, students will:

• Establish a basic understanding of the history of contract law
• Understand unique issues of contract law peculiar to Canada
• Understand the general terms and conditions of contracts
• Understand the levels and escalation of dispute resolutions
• Understand the major issues, concepts, tools, and techniques of procurement management
• Appreciate and be familiar with a general management perspective on procurement practices
• Understand the step by step methodology of procurement management
• Use proven techniques, tools and skills to manage contracts as well as research and select vendors of those services and products
• Understand, and use, procurement terminology
• Anticipate the impacts of procurement on the project and other parts of the business
• Understand the various types of contracts as they are appropriate for securing various products and/or services
• Apply the information learned in contract law to enhance the student’s ability to plan, execute, control, and close procurement related contracts