Introduction to Oil and Gas - September 2022

Learning Objectives:

Participants in this course will:

• Understand the role of oil and natural gas in the global energy supply mix
• Appreciate the oil and gas value chains and the key characteristics of the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors of the industry
• Be introduced to oil and gas pricing and the economics of the industry
• Review key recent trends in the industry and consider future challenges and opportunities.

Course Overview:

Day 1

• Overview of Oil And Gas Industry
• Formation of Oil And Gas
• Accessing Resources
• Exploration and Production
• Reserves
• Characteristics and Pricing of Oil and Gas
• Transport of Oil And Gas

Day 2

• Refining
• Petrochemicals
• Monetising Natural Gas(including LNG)
• Supply and Distribution of Oil, Gas and Refined Products
• The Economics of Oil and Gas

Who should take this course?

The course will benefit personnel from a range of technical, non-technical and commercial backgrounds with varying levels of experience. This includes:

• Those seeking a broader knowledge of the oil, gas and energy industry and markets
• New recruits to oil, gas and energy companies 
• Analysts, planners, traders, sales, marketing, engineering, refining, communications, public relations and commercial personnel 
• Those requiring an understanding of the oil, gas and energy value chain 
• Financial and legal professionals 
• Ministerial, governmental, industry bodies and development agency staff 
• Consultants providing services to oil, gas and energy organisations.