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Essential Skills for Oil & Gas Managers and Supervisors

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Essential Skills for Oil & Gas Managers and Supervisors

Strategic Skills in Oil and Gas Management

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
02 - 06 Feb 2026 Tokyo $ 6,950
23 - 27 Mar 2026 London $ 5,950
30 Mar - 03 Apr 2026 Kigali $ 5,950
08 - 12 Jun 2026 London $ 5,950
13 - 17 Jul 2026 Doha $ 5,950
20 - 24 Jul 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
03 - 07 Aug 2026 Doha $ 5,950
17 - 21 Aug 2026 Houston $ 7,950
14 - 18 Sep 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
19 - 23 Oct 2026 Doha $ 5,950
21 - 25 Dec 2026 London $ 5,950
04 - 08 Jan 2027 Dubai $ 5,950
01 - 05 Feb 2027 Tokyo $ 6,950
22 - 26 Mar 2027 London $ 5,950
29 Mar - 02 Apr 2027 Kigali $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
21 - 25 Dec 2026 Online $ 3,950

Course Summary

This 5-day training course, Essential Skills for Oil & Gas Managers and Supervisors training course is designed to provide essential knowledge and skills of the oil and gas sector from the managers’ and supervisors’ viewpoint for employees working in the field. Participants will gain a comprehensive perspective on the entire oil and gas value chain, analyse management strategies of major organisations, and identify unique business issues in today’s energy marketplace. The course aims to develop the ability to analyse and evaluate key theoretical concepts and practical applications in oil and gas management, supporting professionals to position themselves for success in this competitive industry.

By exploring global oil and gas operations, geopolitics, refining processes, safety culture, and negotiation skills, participants strengthen their understanding of the industry’s structure and economics. The training also develops competencies in analysing management strategies and improving productivity and profitability. The Essential Skills for Oil & Gas Managers and Supervisors training course equips delegates with the insight and confidence needed to impact organisational outcomes and navigate the complexities of the energy sector.

Skills & Competencies

From this Essential Skills for Oil & Gas Managers and Supervisors training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • Global oil and gas system understanding
  • Strategic analysis and decision capability
  • Safety culture awareness
  • Negotiation and influencing skills
  • Industry economics comprehension
  • Operational risk insight

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of Essential Skills for Oil & Gas Managers and Supervisors training course, you will learn to:

  • Understand the global oil and gas industry from discovery to consumption.
  • Analyse the geopolitics and challenges of the energy marketplace.
  • Explain refining processes and their impact on profitability.
  • Evaluate safety culture and its organisational effects.
  • Apply successful negotiation approaches in oil and gas contexts.

How You Will Learn

Learning unfolds through hands-on, highly interactive discussions and practical analysis of industry issues. Participants engage in active discussions, presentations, case studies, and multimedia-enhanced sessions to reinforce concepts and stimulate deep understanding. Emphasis is placed on building actionable insight that participants can apply directly in their professional roles.

Who should Attend?

This training course is designed for professionals operating in or associated with the oil and gas sector who seek to enhance their understanding of the industry’s structure, operations, and strategic challenges.

This Essential Skills for Oil & Gas Managers and Supervisors training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Business development professionals
  • Government and industry agency staff
  • Strategic planning specialists
  • Corporate planning professionals
  • Negotiators and contracting professionals
  • Refinery professionals
  • Government regulators
  • Working managers, supervisors, engineers
  • Team leaders, safety managers, and senior technicians
  • Oil and gas managers
  • Investment bankers and fund managers
Course Outline
Day 1

The Nature and Formation of Fossil Fuels and Oil Reserves

This day introduces the composition, classification, and formation of fossil fuels and oil reserves, covering exploration and reserve estimation techniques. The topics covered will include:   

  • Petroleum & Natural Gas Composition, Classification and Properties
  • Generation, Migration and Accumulation of Petroleum
  • Trapping Mechanisms and Seismic Surveys
  • Exploratory Drilling & Testing the Well
    • Casing Cementing and Completing the Well
  • Estimation of Reserves
  • Enhanced Oil Recovery
  • Surface Treatment and Storage
Day 2

Production, Transportation and Distribution

This day examines field development, storage and logistics, and the role of geopolitics and contracts in the oil and gas supply chain. The topics covered will include:   

  • Development of Oil and Gas Fields
  • Storage & Tank Farms
  • Pipelines and Tankers
  • Geopolitics and World Energy Markets
  • OPEC and the Future Role of a Cartel
  • Need for Collaboration between NOC’s and IOC’s
  • Oil & Gas Contracts, Joint Ventures and Fiscal Regimes
Day 3

Introduction to Petroleum Industry Economics

This day focuses on global consumption, pricing, refining processes, and economic considerations in the energy sector. The topics covered will include:   
  • World Petroleum Consumption, Supply, Prices and Prospects for the Future
  • The Refining Process & Complexity
  • Refining Margins and Profitability
  • Sales and Marketing of Petroleum Products
  • Carbon Capture and Environmental challanges
  • Introduction to Energy Finance and Economics
Day 4

Financial and Energy Risk Management

This day develops financial understanding and risk analysis techniques relevant to energy economics and investment decisions. The topics covered will include:   

  • Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) and Time-value Considerations
  • Inflation and Time Value of Money
  • Apply the Present Value and Future Value Formulae (NPV)
  • Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
  • Hurdle Rates and Minimum Acceptable Rates of Return
  • Introduction to Energy Risk Management
  • Risks in Trading Energy Commodities
  • Risk and Opportunity Analysis
  • The Non-linearity and Complexity of Uncertainty
Day 5

The Evolution of a Safety Culture

This day emphasises safety culture development, leadership communication, and interpersonal competencies for effective industry performance. The topics covered will include:   

  • Culture and Safety
  • Leadership and Teamwork
  • Active Listening and Nonverbal Communication
  • Leadership, Communication and Barriers to Communication
  • Presentation Skills
  • Thinking Creatively
  • Coping with Criticism
  • BATNA Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement
  • Dealing with Aggressors and Conflict
  • Course Summary and Roundup
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this training course in-house enables organisations to align essential oil and gas management skills with internal operational priorities and strategic goals. Customisation supports industry-specific challenges and ensures that learning addresses real workplace issues directly relevant to the organisation.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

Official Saudi Presence

Official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS with established global credibility.

International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

Trusted by professionals and institutions across public and private sectors.

Flexible Delivery

Training courses delivered within Saudi Arabia and across international locations.

Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this Essential Skills for Oil & Gas Managers and Supervisors training course:

  • Enhanced understanding of industry value chains
  • Improved strategic decision-making capability
  • Stronger safety and risk awareness culture
  • Greater negotiation and influencing skills
  • Better alignment with global oil and gas trends
  • Increased confidence to lead within energy contexts
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What Our Clients Say

Course has a good depth of oil & gas operations, very educative.

- OSAMOR Benedict Nkemdilim
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