FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Design, Build and Operate Projects Course – Gold Book
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Course title: FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Design, Build and Operate Projects Course – Gold Book
Level: Intermediate
Mode: Online
Language: English
Price: €1500 per participant
Training hours: 16
This practical, online training course introduces the FIDIC Gold Book, the Conditions of Contract for Design, Build and Operate (DBO) Projects under the 2017 Edition. Participants will examine both the Design‑Build phase and the Operation Service period, focusing on how the contract defines risk allocation, performance responsibilities, and long-term obligations across project delivery and operation.
Through real-world case studies and interactive discussion, the course covers key contractual aspects including variations, claims submission, and the dispute resolution process. You’ll engage with detailed analysis of how Gold Book provisions structure performance guarantees, availability requirements, and service levels. The course balances legal insight with practical application, offering a robust framework for professionals managing end-to-end infrastructure projects.
This course is officially CPD certified by the CPD Certification Service, ensuring it meets the highest standards for professional development. As an industry-recognised credential, CPD certification confirms that participants will gain structured, high-quality learning aligned with international best practice.
Who should attend
This course is ideal for professionals involved in projects that span both the design-build and operational phases. It is particularly relevant for those representing employers, consultants, or contractors who need to understand the full lifecycle of infrastructure contracts.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
– Understand the structure, purpose, and key provisions of the FIDIC Design-Build-Operate (DBO) Contract – Gold Book
– Apply the contract effectively across both the Design-Build and Operation Service periods
– Interpret and manage risk allocation, party responsibilities, and performance obligations under the DBO model
– Handle variations, claims, and gain awareness of the dispute resolution process specific to the Gold Book
– Build confidence in contract administration through real-life case studies and examples
Participants will receive access to the following electronic book/s 1 – 3 days before the start of the programme:
– DBO Contract 1st Ed (2008 Gold Book)
Trainer
Asel El Housan
Course format
The live online course events, assessments and discussions will take place on FIDIC Academy’s eLearning platform.
Schedule and duration
Starting date: TBC 2026*
This course will consist of four 4-hour sessions which are usually scheduled from 13:00 – 17:00 CET/CEST weekly.
- Event 1 – TBC 2026, 13.00 – 17.00 CEST
- Event 2 – TBC 2026, 13.00 – 17.00 CEST
- Event 3 – TBC 2026, 13.00 – 17.00 CEST
- Event 4 – TBC 2026, 13.00 – 17.00 CEST
*subject to change
All live training sessions will be recorded, which you will be able to watch in case you can’t attend a live event. Participants will have access to the recordings and learning material for 3 months after the course end date.
Use the site below to check your local time using Geneva, Switzerland (Central European Time) as the session time zone destination – https://www.worldtimebuddy.com/
Prerequisites
To enrol in this course, participants should have prior knowledge of FIDIC contracts and/or have completed the FIDIC Claims and Disputes Course. This online course also requires a good level of English.
Technical access
This online course requires that participants have access to a computer with an internet connection either at their workplace or at home, whichever is more convenient regarding the timing of the sessions.
Official FIDIC certificate
An online FIDIC Academy Certificate of Completion will be provided to the participants having attended all sessions (either live or recorded) and having submitted all of the case studies/ tests/ assignments (only if applicable – at the trainers’ discretion if they wish to set any) on the FIDIC Academy eLearning platform. The certificate will be issued via email and can be shared on social media, downloaded in PDF format and printed as required.
The participants who do not meet this requirement will not receive the Certificate of Completion.
Course fee
€1500 per participant
Discounts available
Please note that only one discount or promotional offer may be applied per course purchase.
Group discount
A discount of 10% will be applied should 2 or more participants register from the same firm. In order to benefit from the group registration discount, send all the participant names and email addresses to training@fidic.org to receive the discount coupon needed for registration.
FIDIC member discount
If you belong to a FIDIC Member Association or Affiliate, you are eligible for a 15% discount on our online live contracts training courses and on-demand courses. To obtain the discount code, kindly email your proof of FIDIC membership or affiliation to training@fidic.org
Region sensitive pricing
To find out if you're eligible for a region-specific discount, start by selecting your country below. If your country qualifies, you'll be prompted to enter your mobile number (including the country code). Your discount code will then be sent via SMS and can be applied during course registration on FIDIC Academy’s eLearning platform.
If you have any questions or require support, please contact the FIDIC Academy team at training@fidic.org.
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