An Intensive 10-day Training Course
Upstream Economics and Management
Risk and Uncertainty Assessment,
Valuations, Oil & Gas Accounting
Scheduled Dates
Classroom
| 15 - 26 Sep 2025 | London - UK | $11,900 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 14 - 25 Sep 2026 | London - UK | $11,900 | RESERVE A SEAT |
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Why Choose this Training Course?
The business of upstream oil & gas industry is a complex process that involves multidisciplinary participations. The process of upstream oil and gas costs several hundreds of millions of dollars to the companies. Because of the capital-intensive nature of upstream investments, every required process is challenged by its economic impact or benefits to the company and stakeholders. The techniques applied in upstream business and processes in their selection criteria are challenging and require considerations of economic environment.
This PetroKnowledge 10-day training course provides the delegates with insights related to the upstream oil & gas business including the assessment of risk and uncertainty and relevant accounting standards based on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The course will equip the delegates with necessary skills and knowledge of exploration and production projects and financing and investments. The delegates will learn modern techniques relevant when choosing the best alternative project from economic point of view and evaluating various investment opportunities.
This Upstream Economics and Management training course will highlight:
- Application techniques/approach of the economics analysis in the Oil & Gas industry
- Petroleum related project evaluation methods
- Assessment of the uncertainties and risk of the project
- Preparation of Financial Statements consistent with IFRS
- Relevant skills of evaluation and performance measurement
- Efficient Planning, Controlling, and Recording of an audit assignment
MODULES
This PetroKnowledge training course is split into two modules:
MODULE I - Petroleum Project Economics & Risk Analysis
MODULE II - Upstream Petroleum Accounting
Each module is structured and can be taken as a stand-alone training course; however, delegates will maximise their benefits by taking Module 1 and 2 back-to-back as a two-week training course.
What are the Goals?
By the end of this Upstream Economics and Management training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand various economic terms used in the Oil & Gas industry
- Develop economic models of various petroleum fiscal regimes
- Evaluating and quantifying risks and uncertainties
- Carrying out a comprehensive economic evaluation for petroleum related project including risk and sensitivity analysis.
- Contribute to the decision-making process for any petroleum related project
- Understanding of the accounting and auditing standards, policies and practices used by Upstream Petroleum companies
- Improve relevance and reliability of financial reports to better meet the needs of users
- Review, evaluate, and use publicly available information for benchmarking the business performance
Who is this Training Course for?
This Upstream Economics and Management 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
- Corporate Accountants, Financial Controllers, Treasury Officers, Management Accountants
- Finance Staff in General Accounting, Payables, Receivables, Inventory, Fixed Assets, etc.
- Joint Venture Accountants and Auditors
- Government Regulators and Auditors
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This Upstream Economic and Management training course will be delivered using various proven learning and teaching techniques. The Training methodology includes the use of case studies, group work and interactive exercises and videos relevant to the training. The training is designed to ensure delegates leave with transferable skills as well as up-to-date knowledge of Upstream Economic and Management.
Organisational Impact
By sending delegates on this Upstream Economics and Management training course, your organization will benefit by:
- Participants will learn about the application/implementation of economic valuation and risk assessment processes in the global Oil & Gas industry
- Identify and analyze the risk involved in a petroleum related project
- Recognize the uses of options in the ranking criteria to select and execute the high profitable projects
- Insights of the influencing parameters for oil and gas field developments
- Providing effective finance support for front-line departments
- Relevance and reliability of management and financial information
- Effective use of financial statements of the company
Personal Impact
By attending this Upstream Economics and Management training course, you will:
- Learn to construct a project cashflow model
- Gain the operational decision-making techniques under risks and uncertainties
- Identifying the uncertainties in petroleum related project and how to manage them effectively
- Awareness and ins-sight about influential parameters in an oil and gas field development plan
- Greater insight or awareness of industry practices, problems, and solutions
- Increased self-confidence and motivation at work
- Greater job satisfaction in providing quality and excellent support to management
Daily Agenda
Module 1: Petroleum Project Economics & Risk Analysis
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
Module 2: Upstream Petroleum Accounting
Day Six: Major Accounting & Auditing Issues in the Upstream Petroleum Sector
- The latest Accounting & Auditing Issues facing the sector
- The impact of commodity prices, currency & interest rate fluctuations and political and environmental developments.
- The impact of financial and accounting issues on Strategic Development and Growth within the sector
- The Annual Reports & Financial Statements of leading international Petroleum companies
- An Overview of IFRS in relation to Upstream Oil & Gas Accounting
- The Role of Auditing
Day Seven: Accounting for Revenue & Costs in the Upstream Petroleum Sector
- Revenue Recognition & IFRS 15: Revenue from Contracts with Customers
- Costs in Acquisition, Exploration, Development and Production
- IFRS 6: Exploration for and Evaluation of Mineral Assets
- Accounting Approaches - The "Successful Efforts" (SE) Method or the "Full Cost" (FC) Method
- Break Even Oil, Cost Oil & Profit Oil
- Evaluating Profitability of leading international Oil & Gas companies
Day Eight: Accounting for Assets in the Upstream Petroleum Sector
- Reserves & Resources
- IAS 16: Property, Plant and Equipment
- Depletion, Depreciation & Amortisation (“DD&A”)
- IAS 36: Impairment of Assets
- IAS 37 – 39 : Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets; Intangible Assets and Financial Instruments
- Evaluating the Assets & Reserves of leading international Petroleum companies
Day Nine: Creative Accounting, Corporate Governance & Auditing
- Creative Accounting
- Corporate Governance
- Published Financial Statements
- The Role of the Board & Audit Committee
- External Auditing - reporting to investors in the Oil & Gas industry
- Internal Auditing - Defining and Developing the Internal Audit Process
Day Ten: The Internal Audit Function
- Establishing the Roles & Staff within the Internal Audit Dept.
- The Various Types of Audits
- Planning & Commencing Internal Audit Examinations
- Controls & Substantive Tests
- Communicating Audit Findings
- The Audit Exit Conference Meeting & Post-Audit Reviews
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
Why PetroKnowledge?
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.
Who are these training courses designed for?
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.
Are the courses delivered online or in person?
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
Can I get a customized training course for my team?
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.
Are there any prerequisites for attending a course?
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.
How can I enroll in a 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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When should I expect to receive confirmation of registration?
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.
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
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.
When and how do I arrange payments?
We offer two convenient payment options:
- Bank Transfer – You can make payment via bank transfer. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an invoice with the banking details for the transfer. We would require you to supply a swift copy for us to confirm receipt of funds.
- Payment Link – Alternatively, we provide a secure payment link that you can use to complete your payment after your registration has been confirmed.
What is the refund or cancellation policy?
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. 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.
Is there a discount for more than one registrant/course?
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