A PMI® Registered Training Course
Petroleum Project Economics
& Risk Analysis
Techniques for Opportunity Evaluation
and Assessment of Risk and Uncertainty
Scheduled Dates
Classroom
| 22 - 26 Dec 2025 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 12 - 16 Jan 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 19 - 23 Jan 2026 | Kigali - Rwanda | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 30 Mar - 03 Apr 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 27 Apr - 01 May 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 22 - 26 Jun 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 13 - 17 Jul 2026 | Houston TX - USA | $7,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 10 - 14 Aug 2026 | Istanbul - Turkey | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 24 - 28 Aug 2026 | Abu Dhabi - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 24 - 28 Aug 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 14 - 18 Sep 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 12 - 16 Oct 2026 | Rome - Italy | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 09 - 13 Nov 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 21 - 25 Dec 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Online
| 13 - 17 Jul 2026 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 12 - 16 Oct 2026 | Online | $3,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
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Why Choose this Training Course?
Exploration and Production companies often must evaluate their potential E&P investment using proper present value analysis of expected future cashflows. From the projected cashflows and required investments, the annual rate of return and other project economic indicators can be extracted to evaluate the significance of company investment.
This Petroleum Project Economics & Risk Analysis training course provides practical guidance in the application of the techniques of the economic analysis currently used in the Oil & Gas industry. When executing a petroleum related project, one should be able to choose the best alternative from economic point of view as well as to properly evaluate various investment opportunities by determining economic indicators and sensitivity analysis. Techniques for predicting profit, production, costs, and cashflow enable the analyst to evaluate decision alternatives for optimum results. Understanding economic indicators, risk and uncertainty, different economic structures such as tax regimes and production sharing contracts, enhances the quality and the value of economic analysis.
This PetroKnowledge training course will highlight:
- Familiarization with the application techniques of the economics analysis in the Oil & Gas industry
- Petroleum related project evaluation methods
- Screening of the petroleum projects based on evaluating the investment opportunities
- Identifying the risks and uncertainties of the project
- Application of risk management methods in mitigating the identified risks of the project
What are the Goals?
The primary objectives of this training course are to:
- Understand various economic terms used in the Oil & Gas industry
- Understand how to develop economic models of various petroleum fiscal regimes
- Carry out cashflow analysis, different economic analyses for petroleum related project and determine economic indicators
- Evaluate and quantify risks and uncertainties
- Make the right investment decision in the presence of risk
- Carry out a comprehensive economic evaluation study for any petroleum related project including risk analysis and sensitivity study using spreadsheet
- Contribute to the petroleum project investment within a solid economic system and do a detailed economic evaluation
- Contribute to the decision-making process for any petroleum related project
Who is this Training Course for?
This Petroleum Project Economics & Risk Analysis training course is designed to provide technical and practical approaches to executing a petroleum related project in upstream sector.
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Oil & Gas Field Engineers
- Oil & Gas Managers
- Oil & Gas Auditors
- Oil & Gas Planners
- Financial Analysts
- Project Management Professionals
How will this Training Course be Presented?
The training course approach is based on principles of economic evaluation of petroleum related project with focusing on step by step developing economic models, determining economic indicators, evaluating and quantifying risks and uncertainties and making the right investment decision for the project. To facilitate that, the Microsoft Excel based economics modules will be built and all discussions will be provided using high quality power point slides.
Organisational Impact
By sending delegates on this PetroKnowledge Petroleum Project Economics and Risk Analysis training course, your organization will benefit by:
- Participants learn about the application of economic valuation and risk assessment processes and techniques within the global Oil & Gas industry
- Help the participants to identify and analyse the risk involved in a petroleum related project
- Help the participants to apply the decision-making procedures to justify the petroleum projects in term of profitability
- Help the participants to recognize the uses of options in the ranking criteria to select and execute the high profitable project
- Putting values to the Oil & Gas companies’ active project through interpretation of economic results of applied case studies
- Help participants to recognize and identify the influencing parameters for oil and gas field developments
Personal Impact
By attending this training course you will:
- Learn to construct a project cashflow model
- Gain the techniques in project ranking and screening
- Gain the operational decision-making techniques under risk
- Capable of identifying the uncertainties in petroleum related project and how to manage them
- Enhance the participant’s awareness about influential parameters in an oil and gas field development plan
Daily Agenda
Day One: Cashflow Analysis
- Familiarization with Economic terms
- Setting up Cashflow Calculation
- Depreciation Methods
- Loss Carry Forwards
- Inflation
- Nominal & Real Cashflow
- Sunk Costs
- Project Financing
Day Two: Economic Indicators
- Economic Indicators Definitions
- Present Value Concept
- Discount Factor
- Net Present Value
- Internal Rate of Return
- Effect of Project Delay
- Payback Period
- Profit / Investment Ratio
- Incremental Projects
Day Three: Risks and Uncertainties
- Risk & Uncertainty
- Expected Value Concept
- Decision Tree Analysis
- Farm-out Decision
- Probability Analysis
- Sensitivity Analysis
- Probability Distribution
- Monte Carlo Simulation
Day Four: Setting up Spreadsheet Calculation
- Introduction to Spreadsheet Calculation
- Simple Cashflow using Excel
- NPV Calculations
- Application of Economic Indicators
- Class Discussion
Day Five: Setting up Oil Field Development Model
- Setting up an Integrated Economic Model of a Typical Oil Field Development
- Project Sensitivity Analysis for the Selected Model
- Introduction to Russell Field Model
- Final Remarks
Certificate
- On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
- On successful completion of this PetroKnowledge training course, Certificate with eligible Professional Development Units (PDUs) / Contact Hours from Project Management Institute (PMI®), will be awarded to the delegates
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Frequently Asked Questions
PetroKnowledge is a globally recognized provider of training courses for oil and gas professionals, offering a wide range of specialized training courses designed to enhance knowledge, skills, and expertise in the energy sector. With courses tailored to meet the evolving demands of the oil and gas industry, PetroKnowledge helps professionals stay up-to-date with industry standards, technological advancements, and best practices.
Our courses are specifically developed for professionals in the oil and gas industry, including engineers, technical staff, managers, and other specialists looking to advance their careers. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or new to the sector, our training for oil and gas professionals is suited to individuals at all stages of their professional journey.
PetroKnowledge offers flexible learning solutions with both online courses and in-person training options. Online courses for oil and gas professionals provide the flexibility to learn from anywhere, while in-person courses offer a hands-on, interactive learning environment. Each training course page provides detailed information on the delivery format, allowing you to choose the option that best meets your learning style and schedule
Yes, PetroKnowledge offers customized in-house training solutions for organizations looking to upskill their teams. We work closely with companies to design bespoke training courses for oil and gas professionals that address specific challenges and objectives. Whether you need on-site training or online solutions, we can tailor the training courses to suit your organization’s needs.
Certain advanced training courses for oil and gas professionals may require prior experience or technical knowledge. These prerequisites ensure that participants can fully benefit from the course content. We recommend reviewing the course description on the relevant page to determine if any prerequisites apply to your selected course.
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Yes, upon successful completion of our courses for professionals in the oil and gas industry, you will receive an industry-recognized certificate from PetroKnowledge. This certification is designed to validate your skills and knowledge and can significantly enhance your professional credentials, boosting your career prospects in the competitive oil and gas sector.
Pre-Course Cancellation
Our refund and cancellation policy varies depending on the course and circumstances. Generally, cancellations made at least 21 days before the training are eligible for a refund, less any administrative fees.
Refund Policy Disclaimer
All course bookings made through PetroKnowledge are non-refundable. By registering for a course, you acknowledge and accept that fees are payable in full and are not subject to refund under any circumstances, including but not limited to participant dissatisfaction, changes in personal or professional circumstances, or partial attendance.
PetroKnowledge reserves the right to make reasonable adjustments to course content, trainers, or schedules where necessary, without entitling delegates to a refund. Full details of each course – including objectives, target audience, and content – are clearly outlined prior to enrolment, and it is the responsibility of the delegate to ensure suitability before booking.
If you have any specific inquiries about the cancellation or refund, don’t hesitate to contact our support team, who can assist with your booking and cancellation queries.
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