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Termination, Variations and Amendments of Contracts

Contract termination is the formal process of ending an agreement through mutual consent, the decision of one party, expiration, or breach. When termination rights are unclear or not mutually agreed upon, early termination can lead to significant disputes and various legal and practical consequences. Understanding these implications is essential for effective contract management and resolution. 

This course will explain the meaning of termination, how and when contractual rights arise, and under what conditions these rights can be exercised. It will also cover how to carry out a contractual termination, examine its effects, consider alternatives to termination and provide guidance on the process for making contract variations and amendments.  

Through easy-to-understand chapters, this course will provide a comprehensive overview of termination rights and their implications in contractual agreements.  

Whether you’re new to contract law or seeking to enhance your knowledge of termination provisions and variations, this course provides essential insights for everyone. Enrol now! 

What this will cover

This course will cover:  

  • what is meant by termination  
  • how the contractual rights of termination arise  
  • when the right of termination can be exercised  
  • how to effect a contractual termination  
  • the effects of termination  
  • alternatives to termination  
  • variations and amendments in contracts 
Learning outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to: 

  • explain what is meant by termination  
  • articulate how contractual rights of termination arise  
  • understand when the right of termination can be exercised  
  • explain how to effect a contractual termination  
  • identify the effects of termination  
  • appreciate the alternatives to termination  
  • understand what’s involved with variations and amendments 
How you will learn

Course format 

This online course consists of the following elements: 

  • an interactive course presentation, with a variety of knowledge checks spaced throughout to test understanding of the material as the learner progresses 
  • an end-of-course assessment consisting of 10 questions 

Our courses conform to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1. However, some members may require an alternative version for accessibility purposes. This is available upon request via our contact us form. 

Assessment 

In order to pass the assessment, you must achieve a pass mark of 70%. 

The knowledge checks included in the course presentation are intended to aid your understanding of the content and offer the opportunity to apply your knowledge. They do not form part of the assessment. 

No. of items Discount
11 – 19 15%
20 – 29 20%
30 – 39 25%
40 + 30%
£115.76 ex VAT
Type of training
CPD
Format
Online course
Level
Intermediate
Who is this for?
In-house lawyers
Junior lawyers
Paralegals
Practice managers
Solicitors
Course length
1 hour
Assessment type
MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions).
SRA Competence
A2
A4

The experts

Francesca Lee

Expert
Facilitator

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