Continuing Education Master's Program in Contract Management and Major International Projects
PRESENTATION
The Master’s in Contract Management and Major International Projects is an advanced specialization designed for professionals seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities inherent in executing initiatives on a global scale. This program strategically integrates project management with international contract management, offering you a comprehensive perspective on the entire lifecycle of any large-scale initiative. You will cover everything from launch and detailed planning to procurement management and the key aspects of turnkey (EPC) projects, as detailed in Module 2. You will learn to accurately interpret project financial statements, ensuring their economic viability and effectively communicating results to all stakeholders, from shareholders to the operations team. You will develop the critical ability to read and manage contracts, focusing on the most important and relevant clauses for their execution. In addition, you will conduct an in-depth analysis of sustainability criteria in EPC projects and their practical application, ensuring that your initiatives are not only profitable but also environmentally and socially responsible. This comprehensive approach prepares you to lead with competence and strategic vision in the complex environment of large international projects, effectively managing the triple constraint of scope, cost, and schedule, and strengthening your ability to make strategic decisions.
Objectives
- Master the adaptation of project management methodologies—from traditional to agile approaches—for global contexts.
- Analyze financial statements for complex projects and communicate their economic impact to all levels of the organization.
- Develop contract management strategies that enable the identification and prioritization of clauses critical to the implementation and success of large-scale initiatives.
- Apply advanced tools for the integrated management of scope, cost, and schedule in highly complex environments.
- Integrate sustainability criteria into project planning and implementation, ensuring social and environmental responsibility.
- Optimize the management of communications and documentation in international projects, ensuring the smooth flow of information and traceability.
- Make strategic decisions regarding procurement and resource management, optimizing the supply chain for large-scale projects.
- Understand the life cycle and the roles of the various parties involved in turnkey (EPC) projects to gain a comprehensive overview.
Methodology
At Educa PHAROS, we use a highly practical methodology focused on the direct application of knowledge in the student’s professional environment, combining theoretical content with real-world case studies, digital tools, and the guidance of a specialized teaching team.
Program
- Project Launch
- Project Management Plan I: Project Life Cycle
- Project Management Plan II: Project Management Plan
- Project Management Plan III: Organization Chart
- Lessons Learned
- Communications Management I: An Overview of Communication
- Communications Management II: The Overall Communications Management Process
- Communications Management III: Specific Communications Management Plan
- Document Management and Control I: Specific Document Management Plan
- Document Management and Control II: Document Management Tools
- Supply Chain Management
- Purchasing and Subcontracting Management
- Activation Management
- Inspection Management (QC)
- Logistics Management
- Human Resources Management I: Specific Human Resources Plan
- HR Management II: Team Management
- Quality Management
- Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Management I: Definition
- Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Management II: Regulations
- What Is a Project?
- Types of Projects
- EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) Projects
- EPC Projects in Complex Sectors
- Project Life Cycle
- Project Management
- Key Players in a Turnkey Project
- Project Organization
- The project management team. The project manager (I)
- The Project Management Team: The Project Manager (II)
- The project management team: project operations manager, project manager, and area manager
- The project management team: project engineers, materials manager, and interface manager
- The project management team: engineering manager and project assistants
- Conclusions and a Practical Example of an Organizational Chart
- Business Management
- Contract Manager, Administration Manager, and Project Control Manager
- Risk Manager
- Procurement Management
- Quality Control, Quality Assurance Management, and HSE
- Construction Management
- Session 1. Scope Management I
- Session 2. Scope Management II
- Session 3. Scope Management III
- Session 4. Contract Management I
- Session 5. Contract Management II
- Session 1. Negotiation I
- Session 2. Negotiation 2
- Session 3. Negotiation 3
- Session 4. Cost Control
- Session 1. Cost Estimation 1
- Session 2. Cost Estimation 2
- Session 3. Cost Estimation 3
- Session 4. Planning 1
- Session 5. Planning 2
- Session 6. Planning 3
- Session 1. Global Context
- Session 2. Risk Management 1
- Session 3. Risk Management 2
- Session 4. Risk Management 3
- Session 5. Earned Value Method
- Contextualization in Modern Organizational Settings
- Identifying Innovation Opportunities Through Agility
- Key Elements in Implementing Agile Projects at the Organizational Level
- Alignment Between Purpose, Strategy, and Project Vision
- Engaging Teams and Change Agents
- Design of the Collaborative Environment
- Establishment of Initial Operational Agreements (Working Agreements)
- Selection of the scaling model, if applicable (SAFe, LeSS, Nexus)
- Identifying and Managing Stakeholders from the Start
- Preparation for Launch: Enabling Factors
- Structuring the Strategic Backlog
- Definition of Key Results and Iterative Deliverables
- Time Horizon in Multilevel Agile Planning
- The Link Between Organizational Strategy and Iterative Execution
- Preparing for Cross-Team Planning
- Design and Facilitation of Collaborative Kick-Off Events (Project Kick-Off)
- Techniques for Synchronization Among Multiple Devices
- Visual Tools for Planning Mapping
- Establishing Partnerships and Value Streams
- Metrics and agreements for ongoing progress reviews
- Mechanisms for Adapting Planning in Dynamic Environments
- Agile coordination on a global scale: time zones, cultures, and processes
- Strategic Review and Realignment Cycles
- Sustainability of Agile Change in Traditional Structures
- Consolidation of Organizational Learning
- Assessment of Organizational Agile Maturity: Frameworks and Initial Diagnosis
- Organizational factors that influence overall planning (culture, structure, leadership)
- Political dynamics, resistance, and alignment of interests
- Selection of Adaptive Approaches Based on Maturity Level and Sectoral Context
- Integrating Lifelong Learning into Comprehensive Planning Cycles
- Standardization
- FIDIC
- FIDIC Contracts
- New Engineering Contract (NEC)
- Other standards-setting bodies
- Structure and Content
- General Provisions
- Employer and Engineer
- The Contractor (I)
- The Contractor (II)
- Outsourcing, Design, and Media
- Deadlines, Tests, and Acceptance
- Defects and Testing After Completion
- Measurement, Valuation, and Variations
- Contract Price and Payment (I)
- Contract Price and Payment (II)
- Completion, Suspension, and Care
- Exceptional and Safe Events
- Claims Management
- Dispute Management
- What is a contract?
- Terminology in Contracts
- Concept of Contract Management
- International Arbitration
- International Standard Construction Contracts
- What is the law?
- The Tests
- Grounds for the Invalidity of a Contract
- Termination of a Contract Under English Law
- Professional Responsibility
- Construction Law Firm
- Guide Part A: Concepts of Delay, Disruption, and Acceleration
- Guide Part B: Guide to Key Principles (I)
- Guide Part B: Guide to Key Principles (II)
- Guide Part B: Guide to Key Principles (III)
- Guide Part B: Guide to Key Principles (IV)
- Smart Contract Instructions
- Most Common Uses of Smart Contracts (I)
- Most Common Uses of Smart Contracts (II)
- The Great Paradox of Smart Contracts
- Globalization and International Trade
- Export Activity
- Imports
- Fair Trade
- Relevant statistical sources and international organizations that support international trade
- Introduction and Classification of Payment Methods
- Traditional and Modern Payment Methods
- Documentary Payment Instruments (I)
- Documentary Payment Methods (II). The Documentary Credit
- Syndicated Loans
- Basic Risks
- Other Risks in International Trade
- Risk Coverage in International Trade (I)
- Risk Coverage in International Trade (II)
- Key Laws Governing International Trade and International Dispute Resolution
- International Financial Markets
- Foreign Investment
- Financing International Investments
- Risks Associated with Foreign Investment
- New Forms of Financing Based on Blockchain Technology
- Time Value of Money
- Investment Valuation Methods
- Preparation of financial projections.
- Quality of financial projections and residual value.
- Sources of project funding.
- Cost of capital and debt level of the project. Evaluation of projects with uncertain outcomes.
- Introduction to the Funding Model
- Project Finance.
- Project Risk Analysis.
- Project Financeability.
- Entities involved in financing the project.
- Ratios and Project Funding Management.
- Trends in financing for international projects.
- Country Risk Management.
- Sources of Funding for International Projects.
- Financial Management of Service Projects.
- Identifying Costs in Service Projects.
- Allocation of costs to services.
- Establishing the service budget.
- Financial monitoring and service closure.
- Introduction
- Internal Policies and Systematization
- Flagship Initiatives
- Information and Negotiation
- Risk Assessment
- Diversity and Equality
- Harassment
- Vulnerable Groups and Social Exclusion
- Disability
- Communication and Language
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Work-Life Balance
- Skills Development
- Performance Evaluation
- Occupational Safety and Health
- Social Benefits
- Healthy Workplace
- Volunteering
- Family-owned business
- Awareness
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