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Contract Management Program: Planning (CMPSP™ 201)

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This comprehensive program has been developed by seasoned procurement and contracting experts with decades of experience supporting clients in the Canadian public and private sectors with procurement and contracting projects. It is designed to enhance knowledge and capacity of anyone involved in assisting clients with procurement planning and the preparation of related procurement and contracting documents.

  • Format: Self-directed + Instructor led LIVE sessions
  • Duration 4 weeks
  • Professional Development Points (PDP): 18
  • Pre-requisites: CMPSP 101
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Procurement and contracts training since 1980

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The program provides knowledge, resources and practical tools for individuals working in either the private or public sector.

Who Should Take this Program

This program will benefit any individual whose job involves supporting Canadian clients with procurement and contracting projects including procurement and contract professionals, paralegals, lawyers, engineers, and architects.

Program Format

Online + Weekly Face-to-Face with Experts

This program consists of 4 weeks of self-directed learning of approximately 4 hours/week, with a weekly face-toface group online session with a seasoned procurement and contracting expert. The weekly online session provides learners the opportunity to share their own experiences and ask question on the materials.

Here are just a few benefits you can expect:

  • Advance Your Expertise: Stay ahead with cutting-edge insights tailored to procurement & contract management challenges.
  • Build Practical Solutions: Apply proven frameworks to deliver impactful results in your organization.
  • Learn With Purpose: Gain skills designed to elevate your strategic thinking and decision-making.
  • Expand Your Network: Foster meaningful connections with industry leaders and fellow professionals.
  • Corporate Governance Fundamentals, including risk management and strategic planning
  • Designing an organizational procurement and contracting framework
  • Best practices in policy drafting
  • Best practices in procedure drafting
  • Best practices in template drafting
  • Foundations of procurement planning
  • Goods
  • Services
  • Capital Equipment
  • Construction
  • IT Solutions
  • Developing a procurement strategy
  • Fundamentals of Canada’s tendering laws
  • Review of the tendering/RFx document
  • Preparing the tendering/RFx document

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  • Identify the major decision-makers in any organization, from the board to the contract manager.
  • Understand the role of major decision-makers.
  • Understand how budgets are set and spending decisions are made in organizations.
  • Understand the organizational risk management process.
  • Learn the process of identifying and managing organizational risk.
  • Identify the common components of a procurement and contracting framework, including the policy, procedures and templates.
  • Learn best practicesin policy, procedure and template drafting to optimize clarity and organizational efficiency.
  • Understand the needsidentification and how to make a sourcing decision.
  • Understand the principles of procurement planning, including the importance of developing a strong Scope of Work (SOW) document.
  • Compare and contrast SOWs for goods, services, construction, capital equipment and IT Solutions using model samples included in the course materials.
  • Understand the typical approval process for SOWs.
  • Understand the basics of Canada’s tendering laws.
  • Understand the components of a procurement strategy.
  • Learn the major components of any RFP/tendering documents, using a model RFP document.
  • Learn how to prepare an RFP/tendering document.

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Upon completion of this course, participants will have a foundational understanding of the key principles involved in procurement planning and decision making in an organization. Participants will gain basic experience and increased confidence in supporting their clients in the development or updating of policies, procedures or templates for procurements and contracting. Participants will also learn what they need to consider when planning for procurements and preparing specifications for common goods and services for use in obtaining quotes or in tendering processes. Finally, participants will gain exposure to sample SOWs for the purchase of various types of goods and services which should position participants to be a key contributor when asked to assist clients in the development of specifications for goods and services used in a future solicitation. (CMPSP202 will pick up where CMPSP201 ends and cover the solicitation and contract creation process.)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find the answers you need by checking out some common questions from contract management and procurement professionals just like you.

Most learners spend about 4–5 hours per week, depending on personal pace and availability. You can complete the course over a few weeks or space it out over the full six-month access period. The self-paced format allows you to manage your own schedule comfortably.

Contract Management for Public/Private Sector Program: Planning (CMPSP™ 201) is a live, instructor led, online hybrid course, allowing flexibility for learners to complete it on their schedule. The course takes approximately 18 hours to complete. It includes interactive modules, downloadable tools, and real-world examples. Learners have six months of access.

You’ll learn how to assess procurement needs, develop strategies, identify risks, and apply mitigation measures. The course strengthens your ability to lead procurement initiatives with confidence and accountability. These are essential skills for building strong procurement systems.

Yes, the course introduces key aspects of Canadian tendering laws. It helps you understand compliance obligations and legal risks. Real-world scenarios clarify how these laws impact procurement planning.

Absolutely. Contract Management for Public/Private Sector Program: Planning (CMPSP™ 201) aligns with Canadian procurement laws and practices, making it highly relevant to anyone supporting Indigenous or public sector clients in Canada. It builds a strong foundation in policy, planning, and risk relevant to Canadian projects.

Yes. This course will benefit any individual whose job involves supporting Canadian clients with procurement and contracting projects in public and private sector including procurement and contract professionals, paralegals, lawyers, engineers, and architects.

The course is live, instructor led, online hybrid course, allowing you to start and progress at your own pace. It’s designed for independent learning with rich content and embedded guidance.

Preview videos and sample lessons are available on each course page, giving you a clear idea of the learning style and content before you enroll.

Self-paced courses start immediately after purchase. Instructor-led courses have specific start dates listed on their course pages.

Beyond the core lessons, you’ll gain access to downloadable tools, templates, and real-world examples you can use right away. You’ll also join a professional learning community for networking and knowledge sharing.

If you don’t finish your course within the access period, you may be able to extend your enrollment for an additional fee. Reach out to our support team to explore your options.

Our learning platform is built with accessibility in mind, supporting participants with visual, hearing, or mobility impairments. If you require specific accommodations, we’re happy to work with you to ensure your learning experience is smooth and inclusive.

Our programs are open to learners from anywhere in the world. While some content is tailored to Canadian practices, the skills, tools, and principles taught are applicable internationally.

On successful course completion, eligible learners will be granted Professional Development Points (PDP): any 100 level courses (8 PDP), any 200 level courses (18 PDP), any 300 level courses (35 PDP), any Webinars (1.5 PDP). These earned PDP can also be submitted for approval by you towards maintenance of other external industry certifications earned by you.