An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Effective Government Relations
for the Oil & Gas Sector
Influencing People and Policy
Scheduled Dates
Classroom
| 05 - 09 Jan 2026 | Kigali - Rwanda | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 02 - 06 Feb 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 20 - 24 Apr 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 08 - 12 Jun 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 17 - 21 Aug 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 09 - 13 Nov 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 28 Dec 2026 - 01 Jan 2027 | Kigali - Rwanda | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 04 - 08 Jan 2027 | Kigali - Rwanda | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 01 - 05 Feb 2027 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
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Why Choose this Training Course?
This 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 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 Effective Government Relations for the Oil & Gas Sector 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 Effective Government Relations for the Oil & Gas Sector 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 Effective Government Relations for the Oil & Gas Sector 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 training course 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 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 training course 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.
