Contract Management CATS CM® Foundation

Step into the world of contract management and discover its power in this dynamic training course! In this training course, participants not only uncover the essence of contract management but also immerse themselves in the proven CATS CM^® contract management methodology. They gain control over contracts and their risks and explore how they can be effectively managed with simple tools and procedures. This training lays a solid foundation for successful contract management. Participants will be able to confidently apply the knowledge and insights gained immediately after the training, enabling them to execute contract management effectively and efficiently within their own organization.

• the theory of the CATS CM^® contract management methodology, including:
  • the focal points of contract management, the CM Essentials;
  • the steps in the contract management process;
  • the operation of contract management scenarios, allowing the contract management approach to be tailored to the type of contract;
• the relationship between contract management and adjacent fields;
• the factors that affect the success of contract management;
• the role of contract management in the pre-contract signing phases and collaboration with the procurement or sales department;
• how a contract manager adds value to any organization through effective contract management;
• the basic principles for the implementation and positioning of contract management within an organization.

This training is specifically designed for contract managers and their managers, both on the client and supplier sides, who aim for a clear vision and a structured approach to contract management. Additionally, the training is suitable for other contract professionals interested in this field and for process owners seeking insights into the do’s and don’ts of implementing contract management.

Duration
The classroom training course takes two days, from 9:30 to 17:00. The online training course consists of four sessions, from 12.00 to 16.00. The time zone is CET with daylight saving time. For the classroom training course these days are usually consecutive. For the online training course there is usually a week between the training days.

Materials
Each participant will receive a physical copy of the book “Contract Management with CATS CM^® version 4: From working on contracts to contracts that work”, for the classroom training course and an e-book for the online training course. Each participant will have exclusive access to our participant portal, where PDFs of presented slides, assignments, and other digital courseware are included.

Exam
After studying the book “Contract Management with CATS CM^® version 4: From working on contracts to contracts that work” and participating in the training course, the participant will have the knowledge to confidently, as the icing on the cake, take the online CATS CM^® Foundation exam. Upon successful completion of this optional exam, the participant will receive the valuable CATS CM^® Foundation certificate. The exam can be taken at any time. It is not included in the training and must be booked separately.

Teaching Methods
This training course primarily focuses on imparting the theory of the CATS CM^® methodology. Our highly experienced trainers provide opportunities for practical examples, assignments, and reflection on the participant’s own situation. In this way, not only is knowledge transfer facilitated, but participants are also actively engaged in the learning process and encouraged to apply the learned concepts to their own work environment. This creates an interactive and engaging learning experience that enables participants to apply the acquired knowledge directly in practice.

Study Load
For this training course, the study load consists solely of the training day(s) itself. Participants do not need to prepare in advance. There is no homework between the training sessions.

Prior Education
This training course does not require any specific prior education. Everyone is welcome to participate, regardless of background or experience.

Follow-up Training Courses
The succesful completion of this training course gives the participant acces to a number of possible follow-up training courses

• CATS CM^® Practitioner

• Key Definitions
• Contract Objectives
• The Increasing Importance of Contracts
• Contract Management in a Broader Perspective
• The CATS CM^® Methodology
  • Pillar 1: Work To Be Done and All Other Contract Matter
  • Pillar 2: The Roles
  • Pillar 3: The Contract Management (CM) Essentials
  • Pillar 4: The Contract Management Process and Determination of Contract Management Scenarios
• Zoom in on CM Essentials
  • Combining CM Essentials with Steps in the Process
  • Contract Manager’s Tooling
    • The Contract Risk Profile
    • The Obligations Assessment

The cost for an open enrollment training course is EUR 1,595, excluding VAT, per participant. This price is valid until August 31st, 2026. For pricing inquiries regarding in-company training sessions, please contact secretariaat@cmpartners.nl. This amount includes the costs of training materials. Please note that the costs for the optional CATS CM^® Foundation exam are not included. For more information about the exam, we kindly refer you to the relevant information page.

We would offer optional enrollments in a training course. Please enroll by clicking ‘Book this training’ and specify in the comments field that it is an optional (preliminary) enrollment. This option will remain valid for a maximum of 21 days, but no later than 14 days before the start date of the training. To confirm your enrollment, please send an email to secretariaat@cmpartners.nl. If you would like to reserve a spot for a training within 14 days before the start date, please contact the secretariat directly.

• CATS CM® Foundation Exam
• Contract Management CATS CM® Practitioner