College of Contract Management United Kingdom
College of Contract Management
United Kingdom

Construction Disputes and Avoidance Online CPD Programme

Construction Disputes and Avoidance

Construction Disputes and Avoidance

Boost your knowledge on how to avoid conflicts in construction projects. Join our online course and have a higher chance of securing better career opportunities.

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Overview of the Construction Disputes and Avoidance Course

This construction disputes and avoidance course is a Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programme that equips its learners with the knowledge to avoid disagreements in construction projects. Additionally, it provides effective resolution methods to manage disputes and presentable claim categories.

This programme will provide you with eight formal CPD hours. Obtaining CPD certificates helps build your foundational knowledge if you are also looking to become a member of a professional chartered institute. Moreover, such a certificate will also improve your practical skills, hence support your career progression. As this course is fully online, anyone can join it.

Why Choose This Construction Disputes and Avoidance CPD?

This programme is designed for those with some experience working in the construction sector. It will reinforce and upgrade their theory and practical competencies. Besides, joining the online class will give the following benefits:

  • A flexible study option that fits into your daily schedule.
  • Senior Consultants as the teachers with significant experience and expertise in the subject.
  • Gain practical competencies in proactive planning and management to identify potential contractual issues.
  • Moodle learning virtual hub, which is available 24/7.

Course Snapshot of the Construction Disputes and Avoidance CPD

Type CPD
Duration 8 formal CPD hours
Format Online Learning /Pre-recorded learning lectures
Qualification Construction Disputes and Avoidance
Start Date Immediate access
Full Fee £98.00

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Real Examples of Construction Disputes and Avoidance

The College of Contract Management includes real-world activities and case studies to make it easier for the participants to grasp and apply the knowledge. Some of the practical applications where you can implement the insights are:

  1. Prepare interim values to prevent payment disputes.
  2. Evaluate claim variations before agreeing on their payments.
  3. Check the root causes behind project delays.
  4. Improve record booking, which includes photographs or attendance lists, as objective evidence.

Learning Outcomes of the Construction Disputes and Avoidance Course

In such a short period, you will gain essential theory and functional competencies useful for addressing this topic. See the details in the following:

  • Comprehend Alternative Dispute Resolution and its background.
  • Understand the fundamental concepts of conflict avoidance and dispute resolution.
  • Discover the most suitable techniques to prevent conflicts and manage disagreements.
  • Implement analytical and evaluation tools to assess interim valuations and claims.
  • Mention the roles of communication and documentation in construction projects.

Course Content for Construction Disputes and Avoidance

The entire course curriculum is designed to keep in mind the difficulty level that is suitable for every participant. Every topic in this course helps you learn important aspects of construction disputes and avoidance. This knowledge is taught in a way that the students will not have to worry about not knowing how to apply it in real-world scenarios.

Below is the list of key topics along with their complete breakdown that is going to be taught in this CPD course.

01

Introduction to Construction Disputes

  • Study the common causes of disputes: Contractual, financial, work quality, and others.
  • Mention the impacts of disagreements on project delivery and performance quality.
  • Identify the early warning signs before disputes escalate.

This opening topic revolves around the core foundational knowledge about the disputes that mostly arise in the industry.

02

Contractual and Legal Framework

  • Understand the purpose of transparent contracts and the rights and responsibilities of all involved parties.
  • Describe key clauses, such as payment, variations, and extension of time.
  • Learn related basic concepts, including breach of contract and contractual entitlement.
  • Find the best methods for record keeping.

In this section, the participants learn the related regulations and the essential clauses, which usually become the sources of disagreements.

03

Risk Management and Conflict Prevention Plan

  • Recognise project risks that may lead to disagreements or conflicts.
  • Understand the parties who should take responsibility for the risks.
  • Create proper strategies to improve communication flow between multiple stakeholders.
  • Design procedures to resolve issues as early as possible.

This module helps students to understand the importance of early identification and clear communication.

04

Disagreement Resolution System

  • Grasp the differences between dispute and disagreement.
  • Learn step-by-step processes in construction disputes.
  • Discover the negotiation techniques to reach agreements.
  • Importance of internal resolution mechanisms.

The students will get down into the details of disputes and agreements, as well as how to solve them internally.

05

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

  • Definition of Alternative Dispute Resolution.
  • The common ADR or non-judicial methods are: Mediation, Adjudication, and Arbitration.
  • Explore the characteristics of the methods and their applications.
  • How to decide which approach is best for the type and urgency of the problem.

This unit will focus on strengthening the concept of Alternative Dispute Resolution. It will help students decide the best approach to solve a dispute during an emergency.

Who Should Take This CPD Course in Construction Disputes and Avoidance?

  1. Beginners in the field wishing to expand their basic knowledge.
  2. Mid-level contract managers or equivalents wishing to deepen their knowledge to undertake more challenging or large projects.
  3. Project directors or other high-level professionals who want to learn to avoid disagreements and conflicts better.
  4. Entrepreneurs looking to lower project risks.

Professional and Career Outcomes After Completing the Construction Disputes and Avoidance Course

This CPD course is designed to improve the professional understanding of areas such as dispute resolution, contract management, claims, and risk reduction within a construction project. Upon completion, you can enhance your career options by strengthening your skills and professional knowledge.

However, career progression also depends upon an individual’s qualifications, practical experience, and the availability of the current role within the construction industry.

Roles where construction disputes and avoidance skills are valuable

The knowledge gained from this CPD can be valuable and applicable across different construction roles where professionals are involved in contract management, commercial decisions, project coordination and dispute management. Below is the list of roles:

ROLE JOB PROFILE AVERAGE ANNUAL SALARY UK
Quantity Surveyor Prepare cost estimates. Participate in supplier selection. £52,000 — £56,000
Contract Manager Review all clauses in construction contracts and negotiate contract terms with various parties, such as subcontractors. £54,000 — £60,000
Commercial Manager Develop strategies to enhance profits and manage risks as well as check financial performance. £30,000 — over £100,000
Construction Manager Monitor the daily work activities on-site and ensure project compliance against the deadline. £55,000 — £70,000

Note: The above earnings are rough estimations, hence are very likely different from one company to another. The figures are also subject to change depending on the work location and experience level.

Professional Development

This construction disputes and avoidance programme supports learners’ portfolio-building and their journey to achieve or maintain membership status in prestigious professional organisations. The skills that they gain will contribute towards developing competence in areas such as contract disputes and avoidance.

However, the membership applications are subject to individual requirements and the assessment criteria of each professional organisation. See the options below!

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOCUS OUTCOME
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Global recognition of professional credibility for surveyors. Better career prospects and stronger trust from clients.
Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) It focuses on areas such as Construction management, leadership, and professional competence. Allows participants to contribute towards ongoing professional development towards CIOB membership pathways.
Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) Industry confirmation for dispute resolution competencies. Acknowledged as a dispute resolution professional with global standards.

Entry Requirements for the Construction Disputes and Avoidance Course

The criteria to join this CPD programme are as follows:

  1. Be at least 18 years old
  2. Have work experience in construction management and its related fields.

Delivery, Duration, and Assessment of the Construction Disputes and Avoidance CPD

Delivery

Once enrolled, you will gain access to a Moodle account. This serves as the all-in-one virtual platform where you can open pre-recorded lectures and read the materials. Moreover, you can submit inquiries to our instructor or talk with the administrator via this platform.

Duration

This course takes about eight hours to complete. However, since this programme is self-paced, the amount of time needed to finish it depends on you. We strongly advise you to have sufficient time for independent study to get the most out of the course.

Assessment

There are no formal tests in this programme. You will be given an electronic Signed Certificate of Completion after completing and performing all activities as required in the course.

Frequently Asked Questions About the CPD in Construction Disputes and Avoidance

Q1. What is the Construction Disputes and Avoidance Online CPD course?

It is a CPD programme which specialises in construction disputes and avoidance. The students learn key topics, such as common types of disputes, risk mitigation, and claims handling.

Q2. Who is this course suitable for?

It is useful for those with relevant work experience in the construction field. They include quantity surveyors, commercial managers, project managers, and engineers. Developers and client representatives will also find this programme beneficial for their professions.

Q3. How is the course delivered?

It is 100% online; hence, the students can study at their own pace and from anywhere in the world. In addition, they can learn by watching the pre-recorded lectures and extra learning materials.

Q4. What topics are covered?

More in-depth coverage of important topics such as legal frameworks and construction contracts, construction claims, documentation, and evidence will be provided. Moreover, you will learn about interim valuations and payment claims as well as risk management and how to prevent conflicts.

Q5. How will this course benefit my career?

This programme is useful to reinforce your professional competencies in areas such as contract, claims, and risk management. Such knowledge is the core foundation to succeed as a senior quantity surveyor, commercial manager, or project manager .

Q6. Does this course lead to professional membership?

It supports your journey to achieve membership status for RICS, CIOB, and CIArb. Moreover, you need to meet the requirements and pass the tests required by each of the organisations.

Q7. Can I study at my own pace?

Yes. You can learn when you have free time and from the comfort of your home thanks to the online format of this course. Thus, you won’t have to leave work or other commitments while learning all of the topics.

Q8. Why is dispute avoidance important in construction?

Avoiding disputes is important as it can prevent project delays, increased costs and damage to the business relationships. In the worst case, a dispute could lead to legal proceedings with huge financial losses.

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Ohnmar Thaung Tin
Founder and Managing Director / SQS- Engineering Vocational Training School

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