An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Thought Leadership: The Competencies
Design, Development and Implementation
Scheduled Dates
Classroom
| 24 - 28 Nov 2025 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 15 - 19 Dec 2025 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 29 Dec 2025 - 02 Jan 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 05 - 09 Jan 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 09 - 13 Feb 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 11 - 15 May 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 06 - 10 Jul 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 10 - 14 Aug 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 28 Sep - 02 Oct 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 12 - 16 Oct 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 23 - 27 Nov 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 14 - 18 Dec 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 28 Dec 2026 - 01 Jan 2027 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
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We offer a variety of tailored training options, customized to meet your organisation's needs. Delivered anytime, anywhere, we make it easy to bring expert training directly to your team.
Why Choose this Training Course?
What does it take to become a Thought Leader in the world today? Thought Leaders are the dynamic new leaders of expertise, who have the ability to set the pace for industry, as well as offer insightful, intelligent and informed opinions. Thought Leaders are the ‘go-to’ experts, they lead innovation, inspire others, that is - not just working on or in the system – they create the system.
This highly interactive and thought-provoking PetroKnowledge training course will stretch your leadership capabilities; as well as provide you with leading-edge skills and know-how to drive your leadership development to a new dimension. You will learn the key competencies to become a Thought Leader, as well as creatively design, develop and implement new ideas for your organisation. This will be achieved through personal self-mastery, projecting your brand, as well as opening the creative power of yourself and those around you. You will create, as well as implement, innovative and inspiring ideas to take you and your organisation to the highest level of competitiveness. In today’s rapidly changing and competitive markets – Thought Leaders in a business are a must - not a ‘nice to have’.
This training course will feature:
- Defining Thought Leadership and the key competencies required to be a Thought Leader
- The primary tools to develop your self-mastery through ‘Active’ Emotional Intelligence
- Proactively utilize your personal brand to achieve success, recognition, respect and credibility
- Utilize the prime organisation and social mechanisms to promote and communicate ideas
- Use powerful creative tools and techniques to increase your Thought Leadership expertise
- The key models of how to influence, inspire and gain trust from others to develop and implement ideas
What are the Goals?
At the end of this PetroKnowledge Thought Leadership training course, you will learn to:
- Define the competencies and true value of a Thought Leader in an organisation
- Apply powerful models of influence and inspiration to achieve the end goal
- Develop your personal self-mastery, as well as develop your individual brand of expertise
- Adopt key strategies to communicate your ideas, ensuring buy-in and compliance of others
- Create ground-breaking ideas and concepts moving to the highest level in your field
- Lead through your knowledge and expertise to achieve new dimensional thinking
Who is this Training Course for?
This PetroKnowledge Thought Leadership training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals in leadership roles but will greatly benefit those of a ‘technical’ discipline – e.g. Engineering, Finance, Commercial, etc., to become experts in their field in producing more innovative and creative ideas. It will suit all levels from:
- Middle Managers
- Senior Managers
- Directors
- Identified talent, high potentials and future leaders in the business
How will this Training Course be Presented?
Participants to this training course will receive a thorough training on the subjects covered by the course outline with the instructor utilising a variety of proven adult learning, teaching and facilitation techniques.
The highly interactive and participative training course includes skilled practical examples and activities relating to the chosen topics. These will include targeted exercises, case-studies, profile assessments, as well as highly relevant videos and active, thought-provoking discussions on the topics covered.
Organisational Impact
Organisations will greatly benefit from sending delegates on this Thought Leadership training course by:
- Gaining more motivated, confident and proficient future leaders in the organisation
- Increasing the positive interpersonal behaviours and communication skills of individuals and leadership in the organisation
- Reducing workplace problems and issues through effective Thought Leadership strategies and techniques
- Increasing decision making, strategy and positive leadership across the organisation
- Developing leadership, ownership and empowerment within the organisation
- Have a positive impact on the business and business growth
Personal Impact
As a participant on this training course, you will gain:
- A greater understanding and application of Thought Leadership techniques
- Critical leadership development increasing emotional intelligence, self-awareness and fulfilment
- Techniques to help empower people to achieve greater potential and development
- An increased awareness of your behaviour and communication skills and how to improve these
- Pro-actively develop and help influence Thought Leadership to those around you
- Have a positive impact on the business, your own leadership development and growth
Daily Agenda
Day One: Competencies of Dynamic Thought Leadership
- Defining Thought Leadership
- Strategic Advantages of Thought Leadership
- Competencies Required for Thought Leaders
- Applying Active Emotional Intelligence
- Knowledge Management: The 7 Principle Stages
Day Two: Developing Your Creative, Innovative and Dynamic Capacity
- Understanding How the Mind Works on Creative Problems
- Mastering Tools and Techniques for Creative Inspiration
- Expanding Your Dynamic Creative Intuition
- Helping Others to Develop Creative and Innovative Ideas
- Mining Other Ideas to Form Alternative Solutions and Concepts
Day Three: Personal Mastery and Influence: Building Your Personal Brand
- Personal Mastery and Your Own Self-awareness
- Developing Your Expertise: Defining Brand You
- Applying Critical Interpersonal Skills to Gain Acceptance of Ideas
- Applying The Model of Influence
- Key Relationship Building: Tools and Techniques
- Reputation Management
Day Four: Agile Change Management to Implement Ideas
- Agile Change Strategies in a Dynamic, Complex World
- Models of Change and Their Application
- Overcoming Organisational Resistance to Change
- Dealing with Negative and Challenging People
- Negotiate to Success: Gambits and Tactics
Day Five: Gaining Commitment from Others
- Building Your Plan: Aspects of Strategy
- Key Factors in Preparing Your Case
- Utilising Media and Technology in Your Communication
- Presenting and Selling Your Ideas for Maximum Impact
- Getting Buy-in from Key Stakeholders
Certificate
- On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate 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.
Enrolling in one of our training courses for oil and gas professionals is simple and convenient. Navigate to the specific course page, click “Enroll Now,” and complete the registration form. You will receive a confirmation email with further details on how to proceed.
You may also get in touch with our Registration Team on
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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.
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.
For corporate fees and group registration, please send your query to [email protected].
