Business Executive Education

SBDC – Managing Contracts

Contracts serve as crucial legal documents that can protect your business interests or potentially lead to legal complications if mishandled. In this online workshop, you will gain an understanding of how contracts are structured, when they are used and what you need to know as a small business operator.

Workshop Overview

Business owners have important functions to play when it comes to managing the contracts they enter into with vendors, customers and employees. This online workshop seeks to provide you with an outline of tips and tools to assist you in negotiating terms, writing contracts, ensuring compliance and reporting on outcomes.

Key Topics Covered:

  • Definition of a contract
  • When contracts are necessary for small businesses
  • Essential requirements for the validity of a contract
  • Key elements of contract law relevant to small business owners
  • Typical structure and components of a contract
  • Identification and mitigation of key contract risks
  • Strategies for handling disputes and breaches of contract

Why this workshop is for you

As a small business owner, you play a pivotal role in managing the contracts you enter into with vendors, customers and employees. This workshop is designed to provide you with practical insights and actionable tips to enhance your contract management skills. 

Course details

Date: Wednesday 19th February, 2025

Delivered: Online.

Cost: $20.00 inc. GST

Register: Registrations open via the SBDC website.

 

Further information

Please contact the Executive Education team at ExecEducation@ecu.edu.au