ADVANCED PROGRAM IN CONTRACT DRAFTING

Professional Training on Contract Drafting, Negotiation & Dispute Resolution

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Indias first ever advanced course on Contractual Laws - 3 month program focused on practical skills of Contract Drafting, negotiation and Contract Breach & Remedies Expert led live classroom sessions conducted after office hours use of Case Studies, Classroom discussions, Quizzes and more Delivered online, the program can be accessed using internet ready desktop/laptop. Access to recorded sessions Exposure to Faculty and Content for 3 months - Better understanding and retention of concepts & opportunity to apply concepts while learning

BACKGROUND
In the complex business world, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted operations along with long-term relationships with all parties is extremely critical. Contracts are now considered vital as they instil high levels of confidence in the organisation you deal with, and also save the time and effort one might face in dealing with unpredictable concerns and arguments. The professional who deal with transactions or business relationships need to have a firm understanding of Contract Terms and its repercussions. Even with the best of intentions among parties, contracts may suffer from ambiguities, inconsistencies and unintended imprecision rendering them risky, confusing and potentially very costly. This invaluable 3 months Program will enhance participants understanding of drafting of Clauses for a wide variety of Contracts and effectively deal with situation when dispute arises. This Program represents a sound investment in your own development and will enable you to contribute to your organisations success.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This informative course is designed for Entrepreneurs, consultants, academicians and senior professionals from functional areas of Legal, Operations, Finance, HR, Purchasing and Business Development - who deal with legal obligation to customers, vendors & employees during exchange of goods & services. This Program will not only benefit managers taking up such appointments for the first time but also those with experience as they would be able to better understand the concepts in context of their experience.

ABOUT THOMSON REUTERS

Thomson Reuters is the worlds largest provider of intelligent information to business and professional customers. We combine industry expertise with innovative technology to deliver critical information to leading decision makers in the financial and risk, legal, tax and accounting, intellectual property and science and media markets, powered by the worlds most trusted news organization. Thomson Reuters employs approximately 60,000 people and operates in over 100 countries. For more information, go to www.thomsonreuters. com Globally, Thomson Reuter s legal research is used by more than 80% of the fortune 500 companies. We help legal professionals stay abreast with emerging topics through Online CLE Centre WestLegalEdCenter, US educational casebook & textbook publishing Foundation Press. Thomson Reuter s legal operates in more than 27 countries with strength of 14,600 employees. Thomson Reuters customers in India include Top Law Firms and Senior Advocates through its Legal footprint in India Westlaw India, flagship online research platform combining Indian and UK law, Sweet & Maxwell legal books and reference materials and Pangea3, the leading legal process outsourcing business.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
> Assist the participants in understanding the pre-contract drafting > > > > > > >

process & steps involved Enhance confidence by understanding drafting of important clauses, common contracts Special session on Arbitration Drafting of Arbitration Clause Negotiation of effective contracts - Reduction of time to finalise contracts Provide exposure to multitude of common contracts with focus on its specific clauses Special Contracts - M&A, Joint Ventures, Shareholders Agreements Understand Indian Civil Court rules & Procedure on Contract Breach and Remedies Learn best drafting practices - Due Diligence, KYC, Term Sheet, Management of Multi-contracts and Multi-year contracts & more

PROGRAM BENEFITS
Understanding of Contract Terms, Negotiation and its legal impacts would help professionals from different Functional

streams
> Participants from Legal stream would be able to enhance their > > > > >

skills to write clear, concise, & enforceable contracts. They would also be able to hone their contract negotiation skills and close contracts faster for organisation benefit. > Participants from functional areas of Business Development, Operations, Sourcing & HR would be able to mitigate business risks by learning the legal implications of a Contractual arrangement thereby keeping business in good health The program would benefit experienced participants also by helping them refresh the Contract Terms and evaluate their own Contract drafting skills thereby giving an opportunity to improve them.

Fundamentals. Contract Form and Various Parts of a Contract Detailing of Important Clauses Dispute Resolution Common Preliminary Contracts/Agreements Exposure to a wide variety of Contracts and its specific Terms

PROGRAM DESIGN AND DURATION

> Duration: 3 Months, Approx. 20 live virtual classes of 2 hours > > > >

ADVANCED MODULES > Contract Terms Negotiation > Key (Financial) Contracts > Special Contracts and Licenses > Contract Breach and Remedies > Review of best drafting practices , Contract Management and Renewals

duration would be conducted covering 11 modules.. Coverage: Six Introductory Modules, Five Advanced Modules and Guest Lectures Frequency: Twice a week Class Schedule: Friday 5.00 pm 7.00 pm and on Sunday 11.00 am 1.00 pm Delivery: Delivered online and can be accessed using internet ready desktop/laptop

Please visit www.legalcareertraining.com to download Detailed Program Content

PROGRAM FACULTY
The live virtual sessions will be led by distinguished legal practitioners and senior specialists in Indian law. These experts have worked for the renowned global and Indian law firms, and have many years of experience.

The program modules are divided into the Introductory Module and the Advanced Module. The Introductory Module focuses on Contract structure, Parts, terms, Important Clauses & common contracts and also helps bring all participants at same level before taking up advanced modules. The advanced module shall focus on Contract negotiation, exposure to a wide variety of contracts, special contracts and Contract Breach. Program Pedagogy - Live Expert led sessions, Case Study, Session Wise quizzes, Classroom Discussions.

For faculty profiles refer Detailed Program Content downloadable from www.legalcareertraining.com

PRE-REQUISITES FOR PROGRAM

Internet ready desktop/laptop running Windows operating system with minimum internet bandwidth of 512kbps. Speakers/ Headphones.

PROGRAM CONTENT
INTRODUCTORY MODULES
> Course Introduction - Elements of a Contract; Drafting

EXAMINATION AND CERTIFICATION

Candidates completing the program will receive certificate of

participation from Thomson Reuters. Candidates would have an option to participate in Evaluation instruments (Class Quizzes, Final online exam) leading to Certificate of Successful Completion from Thomson Reuters. Candidates who participate in evaluation instruments and score 50% or more marks shall receive Certificate of Successful Completion. The final decision on evaluation methods rests with Thomson Reuters and may change.

Supporting documents required :

> 1 Passport size photo > Proof of Graduation /Diploma Completion [Self attested copy

of Degree /Diploma Certificate] The filled application form and supporting documents can be sent to: APCD Applications Processing, Thomson Reuters, 2nd Floor, Lotus Tower, Community Centre, New Friends Colony, New Delhi 110 025. The scanned copy of application form and supporting documents can also be sent to program.admissions@thomsonreuters.com

PROGRAM FEE
Rs. 25,000 (Rs. 22,250 + 12.36% Service Tax) An Early Bird Benefit of Rs. 2500 is available for candidates applying on or before 28th Sept. 2013. The Program Fee under Early Bird is Rs. 22,500 ( Rs. 20,025 + 12.36% Service Tax) The Program Fee can be paid by DD to Thomson Reuters South Asia Private Limited payable at New Delhi. The Fee can also be paid by bank transfer in the favour of Thomson Reuters South Asia Private Limited to Standard Chartered Bank, Account Type: Current Account, Account Number: 52205923123, IFSC Code: SCBL0036020

IMPORTANT
> All fees are non-refundable; however if the program start is

delayed for more than 3 weeks, the candidate is eligible to apply for a refund. > By enrolling for the Program, the candidate agrees to abide by the APCD Terms & Conditions (available on www.legalcareertraining.com ) pertaining to application, payment, registration, conduct of program, assessment & certification. > Thomson Reuters controls the extension or foreclosure of the applications for the Program. To know more and to attend free information session SMS APCD to 56070 or call toll free 1800 103 4522

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Graduate/Diploma holder from functional area of Legal, Operations, Finance, Purchasing, Business Development & HR who deal with legal obligation to customers & suppliers.

IMPORTANT DATES
Please refer to our website, www.legalcareertraining.com, for important dates and application specific information

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
The candidates can apply online at www.legalcareertraining. com or via hard copy form. (Application form can be downloaded from website)

ADVANCED PROGRAM IN CONTRACT DRAFTING

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