Effective Government Relations  for the Oil & Gas Sector

An Intensive 5-day Training Course

Effective Government Relations
for the Oil & Gas Sector

Influencing People and Policy

Effective Government Relations for the Oil & Gas Sector

Scheduled Dates

Classroom

22 - 26 Apr 2024 London - UK $5,950 RESERVE A SEAT
03 - 07 Jun 2024 Dubai - UAE $5,950 RESERVE A SEAT
12 - 16 Aug 2024 Dubai - UAE $5,950 RESERVE A SEAT
04 - 08 Nov 2024 London - UK $5,950 RESERVE A SEAT
30 Dec 2024 - 03 Jan 2025 Kigali - Rwanda $5,950 RESERVE A SEAT

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Why Choose this Training Course?

This PetroKnowledge training course on Effective Government Relations for the Oil & Gas Sector will provide participants with a thorough understanding of the government relations function within the oil and gas sector. Participants will gain an understanding of the business value that a strategic approach to government relations can deliver at all stages of the oil and gas investment cycle: exploration and production, transportation, trading, processing and distribution. 

This PetroKnowledge training course will provide insight into the role government relations plays in winning new business, building and reinforcing a strong reputation, supporting operations, managing change and resolving disputes. 

This PetroKnowledge training course will highlight:

  • Political risk analysis and mitigation
  • License to operate
  • Stakeholder mapping
  • New country entry
  • Advocacy and lobbying

What are the Goals?

 The objectives of this PetroKnowledge training course are:

  • In-depth knowledge of how to use a strategic approach to government relations to create value for your business
  • In-depth insight into how to analyse and mitigate political risks facing your business
  • The ability to develop and implement a fit for purpose government relations strategy to support your business needs
  • Knowledge of a wide range of tools and tactics to use to improve your ability to manage relations with government in a wide variety of situations
  • Insight into how to create synergies between the government relations function and other functions such as Project Management, Operations, Finance, Legal and Public Relations

Who is this Training Course for?

This PetroKnowledge training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals who are interested in learning about government relations for the oil and gas sector: 

  • Government Relations Managers
  • Political Risk Analysts
  • Corporate Affairs Managers
  • External Relations Managers
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Managers
  • Public Relations Professionals
  • Country Managers
  • Asset Managers
  • Project Managers
  • Operations Managers
  • New Venture Managers
  • Business Development Managers
  • Finance and Tax Professionals
  • Lawyers
  • Risk Managers

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This PetroKnowledge training course on Effective Government Relations for the Oil & Gas Sector will utilize a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The daily workshops will be highly interactive and participative.

This PetroKnowledge training course will be based on interactive exercises and case studies drawn from a wide range of countries and situations. One day of the course will be dedicated to a practical business game based on a realistic scenario.

 

Organisational Impact

The company will benefit in the following ways:

  • Enhance awareness of best practice in government relations
  • Improve the ability to analyse and mitigate political risk  
  • Improve the organization’s capability for designing and implementing effective government relations strategies
  • Improve the organisation’s capability to map and understand its stakeholders
  • Improve ability to advocate for win-win solutions

Personal Impact

The personal benefits to be derived from attending this PetroKnowledge training programme include the following:

  • Enhance capability of the trainee to use a wide range of government relations tools and strategies
  • Increase knowledge of global trends in government relations
  • Increase the knowledge of different approaches to analyzing and mitigating political risk
  • Increase the skill to implement government relations strategies  
  • Enhance the capabilities of attendees to build and maintain a license to operate

Daily Agenda

Day One: Introduction to Effective Government Relations
What is Effective Government Relations?
  • The Business Case for Government Relations
  • Discussion: How important is government to your business?
Ethics and Principles
  • How to conduct Government Relations with integrity?
  • Legal Aspects
  • Reputation Risk
  • Trends
Day Two: Political Risk Analysis and Mitigation
  • Introduction to Political Risk
  • Stakeholders: Agendas and Drivers
  • Political Risk Analysis Tools
  • Global Issues and Trends
  • Strategies for Mitigating Political Risk
Day Three: Effective Applications of Government Relations
New Opportunities
  • New Country Entry
  • Expanding Existing Operations
  • Mergers and Acquisition
Build and Strengthen Reputation
  • Stakeholder Mapping
  • The License to Operate: Sustainable Relations with Governments and Communities
  • Gaining and Maintaining a License to Operate
Managing Change
  • Advocacy and Lobbying
  • Understanding Government Stakeholder Agendas and Drivers
  • Building a Case for Change
Resolving Disputes
  • Business Diplomacy
  • Resolving Disputes with Government, Local Communities and other Stakeholders
  • Conducting Due Diligence
  • Creating Win-Win Solutions
Day Four: The Government Relations Toolbox
Strategies and Plans
  • Elements of a Government Relations Strategy

  • Implementation

  • Monitoring Results and Assessing Performance

Tools and Tactics
  • High Level Engagement
  • Engaging in the Policy Debate

  • Joining Forces with Others

  • When Things Go Wrong

Synergy with other Functions
  • Tax
- Role of Media including Social Media
  • Role of Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Public Relations

Organisation
  • Where does Government Relations fit in the company’s org chart?
  • What does a fit-for-purpose Government Relations department look like?
  • Skills and Experience of Government Relations Managers
Day Five: The Government Relations Business Game
Session 1
  • Introducing the Scenario
  • Risk Analysis
  • Stakeholder Mapping
  • Government Relations Strategy
Session 2
  • Building the License to Operate
  • Implementing the Strategy
  • Managing Expectations
  • Alignment with the Government
  • First Signs of Trouble
Session 3
  • Political Instability
  • Strikes and Protests
  • New Opportunities
  • New Partnerships
Session 4
  • Defending the License to Operate
  • Long Term Outlook
  • Divestment or Staying-on?
  • Lessons Learned and Conclusions
Concluding Discussion
  • What does excellence in Government Relations look like?
  • Q&A

Certificate

  • On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.

In Association With

GLOMACS Training

Our collaboration with GLOMACS aims to provide the best training services and benefits for our valued clients

Oxford Management Centre

Our collaboration with Oxford Management Centre aims to provide the best training services and benefits for our valued clients.

Koukash Consultancy

Our collaboration with Koukash Consultancy aims to provide the best training services and benefits for our valued clients.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • To register online through our website, please click “Enroll Now” on the course page, complete and submit the form. A confirmation e-mail and instructions will be sent to the participant’s e-mail.
  • You may also get in touch with our Registration Team on
    +971 50 981 7386 | +971 2 557 7389 or send an email to reg@petroknowledge.com

  • Payments can be made in USD or UAE local currency AED (Arab Emirates Dirhams) either by Bank Transfer or by Credit Card. Our Bank Account details will be provided on the invoice.
  • Course fees are payable upon booking unless a valid, authorized Purchase Order is provided and accepted.
  • Invoices will be sent via email/courier to the ID/name and address provided.
  • The course fee shall be settled prior to course start date. Corporate payments with existing payment policy shall be relayed to us in advance.

Upon successful registration online, enrolment on the respective training course will be confirmed by Registration Team by e-mail along with the invoice and joining instruction.

For corporate fees and group registration, please send your query to info@petroknowledge.com.

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