BASIC CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION - BCAA001
Description
You have just signed a contract, but the process does not end there. In fact, it is really just beginning.
This course, which complies with the Contract Specialist (CS) Training Blueprint provides guidance needed to ensure that the contract is managed correctly. You identify issues that require action by contracting personnel to ensure that the government receives what it pays for.
What are my next steps?
Places are available June 2025 and February 2026
If you have your results you can apply online for a place through our online application. Find out more about studying with us in our digital prospectus.
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Who Should Attend?
Recommended for all government ministries and agencies employees directly involved in contract awarding with full-time contract management duties.
Delivery Methods:
This course is currently being offered in the following training modalities:
Online: Virtual Instructor-Led. This class is listed as a 5-days course.
In-Person Classroom: This class is listed as a 5-days course.
On-site: Contact our Executive Education Advisor for more information.
Course Outline
Day 1
Introduction
Class introduction
Administration: paperwork, CEU forms
Course objectives and overview
Lesson 1: The Legal Environment
Lesson 2: Standards of Conduct
Lesson 3: Contract Administration Planning
Contract administration planning exercise
Contract administration plan/outline
Recap of contract administration
Day 2
Lesson 4: Post award orientation
Reviewing a contract file
Planning and conducting an orientation conference
Post award orientation exercise and role-play
Recap of post award orientation
Lesson 5: Performance Monitoring
Performance monitoring issues
Inspection and acceptance
Performance monitoring exercise
Recap of performance monitoring
Lesson 6: Identifying and Seeking Solutions to Contract Problems
Identifying symptoms and causes
Issuing stop-work orders
Dealing with delays
Stop-work order exercise
Day 3
Lesson 7: Contract Modifications and Options
Determining impact of changes
Determining type of modification
Exercising options
Contract modification exercise
Recap of contract modifications and options
Lesson 8: Contract Remedies
Invoking the correct type of remedy
Terminating the contract
Applying remedies exercise
Recap of contract remedies
Lesson 9: Contract Payments
Determining a proper invoice
Day 4
Recap of contract payments
Lesson 10: Financial Management of Cost-Reimbursement Contracts
Limitation of costs exercise
Lesson 11: Contract Closeout
Contract closeout exercise
Recap of contract closeout
Lesson 12: Disputes and Claims
Resolving disputes
Responding to a claim
Recap of disputes and claims
Day 5
Lesson 13: Consent to Subcontracts
Recap of consent to subcontracts
Lesson 14: Assignment of Claims
Recap of assignment of claims
Lesson 15: Property Administration
Steps in property administration
Recap of property administration
Wrap Up
Review
Course evaluation and certificates
Potential Careers
Contract Manager
Contract Managers oversee the creation, negotiation, and execution of contracts to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and protect the interests of the organization.
Legal Consultant
Legal Consultants provide expert advice on legal matters to businesses and individuals, helping them navigate complex legal issues and develop strategies to mitigate risks.
Corporate Lawyer
Corporate Lawyers specialize in the legal aspects of business operations, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, compliance, and dispute resolution.
Compliance Officer
Compliance Officers ensure that organizations adhere to legal standards and internal policies, conducting audits, developing compliance programs, and addressing any violations.
Fees and Costs
The tuition fee shown is for one year only. Tuition fees increase every year in the majority of cases. You should take this annual tuition fee increase into consideration when you estimate your fees for a degree.
Undergraduate
Duration: 3 Years
Application Fee: $150 (On application)
ICT/Library: $150 Per year
Student Assoc: $10 Per year
Annual Fee: $5,850
Masters
Duration: 1.8 Years
Application Fee: $150 (On application)
ICT/Library: $175 Per year
Student Assoc: $10 Per year
Annual Fee: $5,450
PhD/ Doctorate
Duration: 3 Years
Application Fee: $150 (On application)
ICT/Library: $175 Per year
Student Assoc: $10 Per year
Annual Fee: $6,250
Stay In Touch
If you have a question about this course, our enquiries team will be happy to help.
Contact Information
Visit Us: 3 Bauhinia Str Centurion, Pretoria, South Africa, 0046
Phone: +27 (0) 12 004 0028 OR +27 (0) 72 573 8221
Email: info@ox-edu.co.uk OR exec.edu@ox-edu.co.uk
