About this Course
Checklists is a beginner-level course designed for procurement specialists, contract managers, and business professionals who need to translate complex supplier agreements into clear, actionable summaries. In today's fast-paced business environment, the ability to quickly identify and extract critical commercial terms is essential for managing risk and ensuring value. This course provides a systematic approach to contract review, moving beyond legal jargon to focus on what truly matters for business operations. Through practical, hands-on learning, you will master the use of predefined checklists to methodically analyze supplier agreements. You will learn to pinpoint and document essential clauses, including complete pricing schedules, service level agreements (SLAs), penalty clauses, and termination terms. The course uses real-world case studies, such as the Hertz vs. Accenture lawsuit and the AWS service outage, to illustrate the high stakes of contract management. You will practice creating comprehensive summary sheets designed for internal review, enabling faster, more informed decision-making before legal engagement. By the end of this course, you will have the skills and confidence to streamline your contract review process and boost your organization's success
What You'll Learn
- Apply contract checklists to draft clear commercial summaries including key terms like pricing and SLAs
- Identify and document essential clauses such as pricing schedules, service level agreements, penalty clauses, and termination terms
- Use real-world case studies to understand the importance of contract management
- Prepare comprehensive summary sheets to facilitate contract review and accelerate decision-making
- Conduct systematic contract reviews to reduce risk and enhance value
Prerequisites
- Basic computer and internet skills
- Ability to read instructions in English and complete short practice activities
Instructors
LearningMate