Understanding Contracts - An Overview for Non-Lawyers
Commercial teams encounter contracts every day, and a clear understanding of contract principles is essential for managing risk, negotiating effectively and supporting business decisions.
This practical one‑day course gives non‑lawyers a solid, jargon‑free grounding in how contracts are formed, how key terms operate and where the main risks and pitfalls lie. Through explanations, examples and practical exercises, you’ll learn how to read, interpret and work confidently with business‑to‑business contracts.

Overview
- Price
- Online Live from £738.00Price includes VAT
Choose your courses
Understanding Contracts - An Overview for Non-Lawyers
Understanding commercial contracts is essential for effective negotiation, risk management and day‑to‑day business decision‑making. This one‑day course provides a clear, practical introduction to contract formation, key clauses, common pitfalls and best‑practice drafting for non‑lawyers. Through examples and practical exercises, you’ll learn how to identify risks, understand terminology, analyse key provisions and engage more confidently with contractual documents. Ideal for commercial teams looking to strengthen their contractual awareness and support business operations more effectively.- No extra learning materials
How is training delivered?
We know that every learner is different. We have a range of study modes which suit a variety of study styles, commitments and preferences.
Online Classroom Live offers a host of benefits to support your learning in the following ways:
Interactive features replicate a real-life classroom to keep you fully engaged
Course notes are shared by your tutor highlighting points and sharing knowledge
You will regularly share your opinions and ask questions via instant live chat messaging and contribute to class polls
Work with fellow learners in smaller group breakout rooms
Access course materials and a recording of your live online session after it has taken place
View more about our Online Classroom Live.
Why choose BPP for training?
Ways to pay
Invoice your employer
Complete and return the booking form. We’ll contact your employer to arrange payment.Buy online
Choose a course from the above list and simply check out with your debit or credit cardBecome a BPP client
If you're an employer looking to upskill your staff get in touch about becoming a BPP client.FAQs
Most frequently asked questions.
If your employer is paying and wishes to be invoiced rather than pay online via credit card, you will need to complete this booking form and return it to us at service@bpp.com. If you are paying for yourself online or via the phone, you can request a copy of your settled invoice.
Related courses
Explore other Law courses with BPP