Contract Masterclasses – Understand and Apply Contract Models with Confidence
Contracts such as VOB, FIDIC or EPC contracts form the foundation of many complex projects. Those who understand their structure, logic and risk allocation are better able to manage projects, identify conflicts at an early stage and avoid commercial disadvantages.
Understand contracts. Identify contractual risks. Manage projects with greater confidence.
The Contract Masterclasses of the Contract Academy provide in-depth practical knowledge of important contract models and contract standards in national and international project business.
The focus is not only on individual contract clauses, but on their practical relevance for project execution, risk management, communication, change order management and claim management.
Whether VOB, FIDIC, EPC or turnkey contracts: the Contract Masterclasses help you better understand contractual structures, identify typical risks at an early stage and apply contractual requirements with greater confidence in day-to-day project practice.
Contracts are more than a legal foundation
In complex projects, the contract plays a decisive role in how risks are allocated, scopes of work are defined, deadlines are managed, changes are handled and claims can be asserted.
Nevertheless, standard contract models are often reviewed too late, too superficially or only from a legal perspective. The result: important notification obligations are overlooked, deadlines expire, risks are misjudged and available room for action remains unused.
Those who understand the contract manage the project better.
This is precisely where the Contract Masterclasses come in. They show how contract models work in operational project practice and what consequences this has for project management, contract management, claim management, procurement, sales and corporate leadership.
What You Gain from the Contract Masterclasses
The Contract Masterclasses do not provide abstract contract knowledge, but concrete guidance for project practice. The aim is not only to know contract models, but to use them effectively as instruments for leadership, project control and risk management.
Classify contract models with confidence
You understand the structure, system and underlying logic of important contract standards and can better assess their impact on project execution.
Identify risks earlier
You identify typical risk areas in standard contracts, for example in relation to changes in scope, deadlines, notification obligations, remuneration, delays, acceptance or liability.
Improve project communication
You recognize which formal requirements arise from the contract and how communication in the project should be carried out in a timely, precise and verifiable manner.
Prepare change orders and claims more effectively
You understand which contractual requirements are relevant for change orders, additional remuneration, extensions of time or other claims.
Strengthen interfaces within the company
You create a shared understanding of contracts between project management, engineering, procurement, sales, legal, commercial management and claim management.
Make more robust decisions
You gain greater confidence in assessing contractual risks, project deviations and available courses of action.
Masterclasses
Contract Fundamentals
The Contract Fundamentals module covers all essential elements of how contracts are concluded and how legal systems influence contract drafting.
100,84 € excl. VAT
Masterclasses
Managing Contracts
This module covers the interpretation of contracts, essential contractual obligations and liability.
159,66 € excl. VAT
Masterclasses
Contracts & Clauses
This module covers the specific features of various standard contracts such as FIDIC, NEC, PPC and others, options for limiting liability in contracts and how to deal with critical contract clauses.
193,28 € excl. VAT
Masterclasses
Contract Management in Practice
This module covers contract and risk analyses in projects, controlling methods for identifying deviations and conflict resolution in contracts.
117,65 € excl. VAT
Masterclasses
VOB/B
Understand and apply VOB/B contracts.
134,45 € excl. VAT
Who Are the Contract Masterclasses Designed For?
The Contract Masterclasses are designed for specialists and managers who deal with complex contractual structures, standard contract models, change orders, risks or claims in projects.
They are particularly suitable for people who already have practical experience in project business and want to deepen their understanding of contracts in a targeted way.
Target Groups
Contract Managers
Claim Managers
Project Leaders and Project Managers
Commercial Managers
Site Managers and technical project leads
Procurement Managers
Sales and Bid Managers
Lawyers with project-related responsibilities
Executives in project-oriented companies
Teams from construction, plant engineering, mechanical engineering, infrastructure and energy projects
The Contract Masterclasses are particularly valuable when technical, commercial and legal perspectives within the company need to be better connected. This creates a shared understanding of contracts that has an immediate impact on everyday project work.
The Ideal Advanced Training for the Qualification Path
The Qualification Path of the Contract Academy provides the systematic foundation for professional contract and claim management. The Contract Masterclasses complement this training with targeted advanced modules on specific contract models and specialist topics.
This makes the Masterclasses ideal for graduates of the Qualification Path who want to further expand their knowledge of specific contract standards.
At the same time, the Contract Masterclasses can also be attended independently of the Qualification Path — especially by experienced practitioners who require targeted knowledge of VOB, FIDIC, EPC, turnkey or other contract models.
Qualification Path means systematic training. Contract Masterclasses mean targeted professional specialization.
Contract Masterclasses for Companies
Many contractual risks do not arise because contracts are missing, but because the project team lacks a shared understanding of the contract. This is why the Contract Masterclasses are also particularly suitable as in-house corporate training.
For companies, selected Masterclasses can be adapted to specific contract models, project types, internal processes or typical problem areas. This creates a practice-oriented format for project teams, contract management departments, claim teams, procurement, sales or executives.
Areas of Application
Preparing a project team for a new contract model
Training on VOB/B, FIDIC or EPC contracts
Improving contractual understanding in project management
Strengthening collaboration between engineering, legal and commercial management
Building a consistent contract management understanding within the company
Raising awareness of deadlines, notification obligations and claim risks
FAQ
What is the difference between the Contract Masterclasses and the Qualification Path?
The Qualification Path is a systematic training program in contract and claim management. The Contract Masterclasses are specialized advanced modules focusing on individual contract models and contract management topics.
Do I need prior knowledge?
Basic knowledge of project business, contract management or claim management is helpful. The Masterclasses are primarily aimed at people who already have practical experience with project contracts.
Are the Masterclasses legal seminars?
The Contract Masterclasses cover legally relevant contract content, but are consistently geared towards project practice. The focus is on application in day-to-day project work, not purely legal theory.
Can companies contribute their own topics?
Yes. For Corporate Masterclasses, content, focus areas and practical examples can be adapted to the company’s requirements or to specific contract models.
Are the Contract Masterclasses also suitable for international projects?
Yes. Topics such as FIDIC, EPC and turnkey contracts are particularly relevant for international projects. The Masterclasses help participants better understand international contractual logic and apply it with greater confidence.