Management of Business Contracts

Essential Techniques for Developing Project Procurement Plans

Overview

Course Schedule

University of California, Irvine Extension is a State Bar of California approved MCLE provider (provider number 2560).

Overview

Certificate The course content of this program reflects the most up-to-date information available in the procurement and contracting fields—whether commercial, governmental or international. You’ll develop a solid understanding of the business contracting process and its key elements of procurement and acquisition, including: contract formation, negotiation, financial analysis and risk management. In addition, you’ll explore new business areas such as outsourcing, international contracting, doing business with the federal government, and developing strategic alliances.

Who Should Attend

Procurement and contract professionals belong to a growing profession and work in a wide range of job functions. If you work as a contracting officer, administrator or manager; procurement specialist; project or program manager; general counsel; entrepreneur or wish to enter this challenging and growing field, this program will help you navigate the complex business of sales and acquisition.

Academic Award for Excellence
NCMA Beach Cities Chapter

The National Contract Management Association (NCMA) has honored UC Irvine Extension by giving graduates of this certificate program financial awards for academic excellence.

English Proficiency Requirement	On-site Training
English Proficiency Requirement	On-site Training
English Proficiency Requirement	On-site Training
All certificate programs at UC Irvine Extension (classroom and online formats) require professional-level English language proficiency in listening and note-taking, reading comprehension and vocabulary, written expression, and oral presentation. If you would like to refine your English language proficiency prior to beginning one of our programs, please see our English Language Programs.
Through Corporate Training, we can deliver this program or customize one that fits your organization's specific needs. Visit Corporate Training or call (949) 824-1639 for information.

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Management of Business Contracts

Program Benefits

Gain an understanding of subcontracting, outsourcing, developing strategic alliances, negotiation, financial analysis, and implementation.
Explore the components of commercial, government, and international contracts.
Expand your awareness of the legal issues related to procurement and acquisition.
MCLE and CPE credit available on select courses.
Paid internship opportunities.
This program aligns with NCMA core knowledge competencies, and CMBOK.

Certificate Requirements

A certificate is awarded upon completion of five required courses and one elective course each with a grade of “C” or better for a minimum of 17.5 units (175 hours) of instruction. Please see certificate candidacy application and fee.

After you have completed all requirements, you may request to receive your official certificate by completing the Request for Certificate and returning it to our offices as noted on the form. All requirements must be completed within five (5) years after the student enrolls in his/her first course.