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Seminar content

What you will learn

Why Attend

Petroleum projects require massive capital investment, long development cycles, and are highly exposed to market volatility, technical uncertainty, and geopolitical risks. Effective economic evaluation and risk analysis are essential for making sound investment decisions in the oil and gas industry. This course equips participants with the tools to evaluate project feasibility, assess financial returns, and manage risk across the project lifecycle. It is designed to help professionals improve investment decision-making, optimize capital allocation, and enhance project profitability.

Course Methodology

This course combines petroleum economics theory with practical, industry-based case studies. Participants will work through real project valuation scenarios, risk modeling exercises, and investment decision simulations. Workshops will focus on cash flow modeling, sensitivity analysis, and risk assessment techniques. Interactive discussions and group exercises will reinforce understanding of upstream project economics and uncertainty management.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand fundamentals of petroleum project economics
  • Evaluate upstream oil and gas project feasibility
  • Apply investment appraisal techniques such as NPV, IRR, and payback period
  • Analyze cost structures and cash flow models in petroleum projects
  • Identify and assess technical, financial, and market risks
  • Perform sensitivity and scenario analysis
  • Optimize investment decisions under uncertainty
  • Support strategic capital allocation decisions

Target Audience

  • Petroleum Engineers and Project Engineers
  • Finance and Investment Analysts in Oil & Gas
  • Project Managers and Cost Engineers
  • Reservoir and Production Engineers
  • Business Development and Strategy Professionals
  • Consultants and Energy Sector Professionals

Target Competencies

  • Petroleum economic evaluation and modeling
  • Investment appraisal and capital budgeting
  • Risk identification and mitigation
  • Cash flow and financial forecasting
  • Sensitivity and scenario analysis
  • Decision-making under uncertainty
  • Strategic investment planning

Benefits

Why attend this seminar

  • Build current, practical knowledge in oil and gas.
  • Translate the course ideas into actions you can use immediately at work.
  • Review real schedule options across 12 venues and live dates.
  • Connect course detail, venue, and category routes in one workflow.

Methodology

How the course is delivered

  • Structured seminar input and guided discussion.
  • Applied examples using current business situations.
  • Focused explanations based on the stored overview and outline.
  • Clear next steps for implementation after the course.

Target audience

Who this is for

  • Professionals responsible for oil and gas.
  • Managers, specialists, and team leads who need applied skills.
  • Participants looking for a focused route into Petroleum Project Economics and Risk Analysis.

Seminar details

Detailed outline

Day 1: Fundamentals of Petroleum Economics

  • Overview of petroleum project lifecycle
  • Structure of upstream oil and gas economics
  • Cost classification (CAPEX and OPEX)
  • Revenue streams in petroleum projects
  • Time value of money in energy investments

Day 2: Investment Appraisal Techniques

  • Net Present Value (NPV) analysis
  • Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
  • Payback period and profitability index
  • Cash flow modeling fundamentals
  • Decision criteria for project selection

Day 3: Cost Estimation and Financial Modeling

  • Capital cost estimation methods
  • Operating cost analysis
  • Building petroleum project cash flow models
  • Production profiles and decline curves
  • Economic life of oil and gas assets

Day 4: Risk and Uncertainty Analysis

  • Types of risks in petroleum projects
  • Technical, operational, and market risks
  • Sensitivity analysis techniques
  • Scenario planning and decision trees
  • Monte Carlo simulation overview

Day 5: Strategic Decision-Making and Case Studies

  • Portfolio management in petroleum investments
  • Risk-adjusted decision-making
  • Break-even analysis and price volatility impact
  • Case studies of real oil and gas projects
  • Final project: full economic and risk evaluation exercise

Dates and locations

Available seminar dates

10 dates
Date City Duration Price
18 - 22 May 2026 5 Days €4,200.- Book now
1 - 5 June 2026 5 Days €3,850.- Book now
8 - 12 June 2026 5 Days €4,400.- Book now
6 - 10 July 2026 5 Days €4,500.- Book now
10 - 14 August 2026 5 Days €4,200.- Book now
14 - 18 September 2026 5 Days €4,200.- Book now
5 - 9 October 2026 5 Days €2,850.- Book now
16 - 20 November 2026 5 Days €4,250.- Book now
7 - 11 December 2026 5 Days €3,850.- Book now
21 - 25 December 2026 5 Days €2,850.- Book now

Course certificate

Certificate awarded on completion

Every participant who completes this seminar receives a professional course certificate from INFORAMTECH.

  • Participants receive an INFORAMTECH certificate for completing Petroleum Project Economics and Risk Analysis.
  • The certificate recognises attendance and successful participation in the seminar.
  • It can support professional development records within oil and gas and related functions.
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Information about

Frequently asked questions

When is my seat confirmed?

Your seat is confirmed once full payment has been received.

Do you offer group discounts?

Yes, we offer the following discounts for group bookings:

  • 2 participants: 20% discount
  • 3 participants: 35% discount
  • 5 or more participants: 50% discount
Can discounts be combined with other offers?

No, discounts cannot be combined unless explicitly stated.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept bank transfers, credit/debit cards, and selected online payment methods.

When do I need to pay?

Full payment must be completed before the course start date to secure your participation.

Is VAT included in the course fee?

VAT treatment depends on your location and status:

  • EU Companies (with valid VAT number): VAT may be reverse charged (0%)
  • EU Individuals (without VAT number): VAT is applicable based on local regulations
  • Non-EU Participants: VAT is generally not applicable (0%)
Can I get a VAT invoice?

Yes, all participants receive an official invoice. EU companies must provide a valid VAT number.

Can I cancel my registration?

Yes, cancellations must be submitted in writing.

What is your refund policy?
  • More than 14 days before the course: Full refund
  • 7-14 days before the course: 50% refund
  • Less than 7 days before the course: No refund
Can I transfer my seat to another person?

Yes, substitutions are allowed at no extra cost if requested before the course start date.

What happens if the course is postponed or canceled?

We reserve the right to reschedule or cancel a course due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, you may:

  • Transfer to another date
  • Receive full refund
Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, all participants will receive a certificate of completion after attending the course.

Is attendance mandatory?

Yes, full attendance is required to receive certification.

Are your courses online or in-person?

We offer both in-person and virtual (live online) training options.

Will course materials be provided?

Yes, all participants receive training materials in digital format.

Are travel and accommodation included?

No, participants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation unless otherwise stated.

Can you deliver customized or in-house training?

Yes, we offer tailored training programs based on your organization's needs.

How can I contact you for support?

You can reach us via email info@inforamtech.uk or through our contact form. Our team will respond promptly.

Testimonials

Course participant
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The structure of Petroleum Project Economics and Risk Analysis made the topic practical and easy to apply immediately.

Course participant
Oil and Gas
Seminar attendee
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The venue and date options made planning the right session straightforward.

Seminar attendee
Amsterdam - Netherlands
Learning manager
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Clear content, relevant examples, and useful follow-up topics for the next training step.

Learning manager
Professional development

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