The British Academy for Training and Development offers the “Evaluating Oil and Gas Projects and Financial Modeling Economics” course, through which financial projects are evaluated. This source combines the main practical principle with concepts such as net present value, where the trend is, investment budgeting, and applications of studies in the present. During this course, we will talk about calculating the cost of projects and exposure to risks at work, in addition to studying how to achieve and measure profitability and a mechanism to facilitate investment in opportunities. This training material also includes introducing participants to an excellent way of exposing them to the uncertainty of oil and gas, and in this course they will be able to develop economic and commercial developments and projects.

This course provides a comprehensive knowledge to the evaluation of oil and gas projects and the essential financial modeling techniques used in the industry. Participants will gain an understanding of the key factors influencing investment decisions in the oil and gas sector and develop the skills necessary to construct financial models to assess project viability.

Who Should Attend?

• Professionals and students seeking to gain a foundational understanding of oil and gas project evaluation and financial modeling economics.
• Individuals working in finance, energy, consulting, or related fields who wish to expand their knowledge and skills in the oil and gas sector.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• The fundamentals of the oil and gas industry, including its structure, operations, and key stakeholders.
• The various methods of evaluating oil and gas projects, including reserves estimation and financial analysis techniques.
• The knowledge and skills needed to build financial models for oil and gas projects, incorporating factors such as revenue forecasting, cost estimation, and risk assessment.
• Explore the economic principles underlying investment decisions in the oil and gas sector and their application in financial modeling.
• The ability to interpret financial models and use them to make informed investment decisions in the oil and gas industry.

• Introduction to Oil and Gas Industry
  • Overview of the oil and gas value chain
  • Key players in the industry (operators, service companies, regulators, etc.)
  • Types of oil and gas projects (exploration, development, production)
• Oil and Gas Reserves
  • Classification of reserves (proved, probable, possible)
  • Reserves estimation methods (volumetric analysis, decline curve analysis, analogy, etc.)
  • Regulatory frameworks for reserves reporting (SEC regulations, SPE standards)
• Project Evaluation Metrics
  • Net Present Value (NPV) analysis
  • Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
  • Payback period
  • Profitability index
  • Sensitivity analysis and risk assessment
• Financial Modeling Fundamentals
  • Building blocks of financial models (revenue, expenses, capital expenditures)
  • Time value of money concepts
  • Discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis
  • Excel modeling techniques (formulas, functions, data tables)
• Oil and Gas Revenue Modeling
  • Price forecasting and market dynamics
  • Production forecasting techniques (Arps decline curve, type curve analysis, etc.)
  • Royalty and tax considerations
  • Hedging strategies
• Cost Modeling
  • Operating expenses (OPEX) estimation
  • Capital expenditures (CAPEX) estimation
  • Decommissioning and abandonment costs
  • Inflation and escalation factors
• Risk Analysis
  • Geological and technical risks
  • Price volatility and commodity risk
  • Political and regulatory risks
  • Environmental and social risks
• Advanced Topics
  • Portfolio optimization and diversification
  • Real options analysis
  • Project financing structures (debt, equity, project finance)
  • Joint venture agreements and partnerships
• Regulatory and Reporting Requirements
  • Compliance with accounting standards (IFRS, US GAAP)
  • Reporting to stakeholders (investors, regulators, management)
  • Understanding legal frameworks and contracts in the oil and gas industry
• Ethical Considerations
  • Environmental sustainability
  • Social responsibility
  • Corporate governance
• Industry Trends and Emerging Technologies
  • Impact of digitalization and automation
  • Renewable energy transition
  • Geopolitical factors affecting the oil and gas markets