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Contract Management

Gain essential skills in contract management with curriculum developed in collaboration with National Contract Management Association (NCMA), the society and resource for professionals in the field. Format: Online

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This program is perfect for...

Professionals seeking formal training in contract management for public and private sectors
Current contract managers looking to enhance skills and advance their careers
Individuals interested in learning about contract bidding, negotiation and legal processes
Individuals pursuing careers in contract management

What you can learn.

Study negotiation techniques and strategies used in contract management
Become familiar with the types of, applications for and structuring of contracts
Learn the legal aspects of contract management
Get an introduction to international business contracting

Where Contracts Meet Success

two people looking over a paper contract

Designed for new or experienced professionals in both the public and private sectors, the comprehensive UCLA Extension Contract Management Certificate program covers the essential topics in contract management.

Understand the diverse types and applications of contracts, how to structure agreements, and the legal landscape of commercial contracting. Explore negotiation principles and techniques navigating the cross-cultural nuances of international business contracting and global trade regulations.

Whether you're a seasoned contract manager or looking to enter this dynamic field, gain the knowledge and skills to excel in the competitive business environment.

This certificate is eligible for Veterans Administration Educational Benefits and Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) training.

Format: Online
Duration: 6 months (half-time) / 9 months to 1 year (part-time)

PROGRAM CHANGE: The Contract Management program has been streamlined to better serve students needs. As of Summer 2024, the program consists of four required courses and no electives.

Students who declared candidacy before Summer 2024 are grandfathered into the original six-course program and are unaffected by this change. Students who wish to transition from the previous program to the new program, or who have questions about electives in the original program, please contact a program advisor at et@uclaextension.edu or 310-825-4100.

Courses

Click below to view the required and elective courses, if applicable, for this program.

Required (4)

Required Courses

Contract Types, Application and Structure

MGMT X 411.1

Typically Offered: Winter, Summer

Negotiation Principles and Techniques

MGMT X 411.2

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

Legal Aspects of Commercial Contracting

MGMT X 411.3

Typically Offered: Winter, Summer

International Business Contracting

MGMT X 411.4

Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

Estimated Cost Breakdown

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.

Application & Candidacy Fee

200.00

Estimated Program Tuition

4200.00

Estimated program textbook/materials

781.00

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*The Application & Candidacy Fee establishes your candidacy in the program for a period of time covering normal progress toward completion and may allow you to access a variety of program benefits.

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