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Preparation for CPCM - Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM)

The Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) certification is one of the most recognized credentials for professionals involved in contract administration…

  • 5 daysClassroom
  • 14Upcoming dates
  • 14Cities
  • £2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

The Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) certification is one of the most recognized credentials for professionals involved in contract administration, commercial management, and project governance.

This preparation course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to successfully pass the CPCM exam while strengthening real-world contract management capabilities. 

Participants will gain a deep understanding of contract lifecycle management, risk allocation, claims handling, and dispute resolution, enabling them to manage complex contracts with confidence and precision.

Course Methodology

This course combines CPCM exam-oriented learning with practical contract management applications. 

Participants will engage in structured lectures aligned with CPCM competency domains, case study analysis, and mock exam practice. 

Interactive workshops will simulate real contract scenarios including negotiation, claims evaluation, and dispute resolution. Templates, contract review exercises, and scenario-based learning will be used to strengthen applied understanding and exam readiness.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand CPCM certification structure and exam requirements
  • Apply contract lifecycle management principles effectively
  • Interpret and manage different types of contracts
  • Identify and mitigate contractual risks
  • Manage contract formation, execution, and close-out
  • Handle variations, claims, and change orders
  • Apply negotiation and dispute resolution techniques
  • Prepare effectively for CPCM certification success

Target Audience

  • Contract Managers and Contract Administrators
  • Project Managers and Commercial Managers
  • Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals
  • Quantity Surveyors and Cost Engineers
  • Legal and Compliance Professionals
  • Consultants and professionals seeking CPCM certification

Target Competencies

  • Contract lifecycle management
  • Risk identification and contractual control
  • Claims and variation management
  • Negotiation and dispute resolution
  • Contract interpretation and administration
  • Commercial and legal awareness
  • Certification exam readiness (CPCM)

Course outline

  1. 1Day 1: Introduction to CPCM and Contract Management Fundamentals
    • Overview of CPCM certification and structure
    • Role of contract management in project success
    • Contract lifecycle stages
    • Key contract principles and terminology
    • Ethics and governance in contract management
  2. 2Day 2: Contract Formation and Legal Foundations
    • Types of contracts and delivery models
    • Offer, acceptance, and consideration principles
    • Contract documents and hierarchy
    • Legal frameworks in contract management
    • Risk allocation in contract structures
  3. 3Day 3: Contract Administration and Performance Management
    • Contract execution and administration processes
    • Roles and responsibilities of contract parties
    • Monitoring performance and compliance
    • Payment mechanisms and certifications
    • Documentation and contract controls
  4. 4Day 4: Variations, Claims, and Dispute Management
    • Managing change orders and variations
    • Claims identification and evaluation
    • Delay and disruption analysis basics
    • Dispute avoidance strategies
    • Introduction to arbitration and mediation
  5. 5Day 5: CPCM Exam Preparation and Case Studies
    • CPCM exam structure and question practice
    • Contract management case study analysis
    • Scenario-based contract decision-making
    • Common exam pitfalls and strategies
    • Final review and certification readiness session

Schedule

Dates and fees

14 upcoming dates in 14 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted.

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November 2026
16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
December 2026
21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days
United Arab Emirates flag DubaiUnited Arab Emirates · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
January 2027
18JAN 18 - 22 Jan 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
South Africa flag Cape TownSouth Africa · Classroom
£4,500per delegate2+ people: £3,600 each
February 2027
15FEB 15 - 19 Feb 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Netherlands flag AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
March 2027
15MAR 15 - 19 Mar 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each
April 2027
19APR 19 - 23 Apr 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Turkey flag IstanbulTurkey · Classroom
£2,850per delegate2+ people: £2,280 each
May 2027
17MAY 17 - 21 May 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag MunichGermany · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
June 2027
21JUN 21 - 25 Jun 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
France flag ParisFrance · Classroom
£4,500per delegate2+ people: £3,600 each
July 2027
19JUL 19 - 23 Jul 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag FrankfurtGermany · Classroom
£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each
August 2027
16AUG 16 - 20 Aug 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Malaysia flag Kuala LumpurMalaysia · Classroom
£2,250per delegate2+ people: £1,800 each
September 2027
20SEP 20 - 24 Sep 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Italy flag RomeItaly · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
October 2027
18OCT 18 - 22 Oct 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Austria flag ViennaAustria · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
November 2027
15NOV 15 - 19 Nov 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Switzerland flag GenevaSwitzerland · Classroom
£5,250per delegate2+ people: £4,200 each
December 2027
20DEC 20 - 24 Dec 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag MadridSpain · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Preparation for CPCM - Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Preparation for CPCM - Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM) course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Barcelona. There are 14 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Barcelona, Dubai, Cape Town, Amsterdam, London, Istanbul, Munich, Paris, Frankfurt, Kuala Lumpur, Rome, Vienna, Geneva, Madrid.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

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