Oil & Gas Exploration & Production: Technical, Commercial & Fundamental

This course offers a comprehensive overview of the oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) industry, covering both technical processes and commercial fundamentals. Participants will gain a clear understanding of upstream operations, including geology, drilling, reservoir management, production techniques, and the economic and business drivers that influence E&P activities globally.

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

– Understand the technical processes involved in exploration, drilling, production, and reservoir management.
– Analyze the commercial frameworks, project economics, and market dynamics influencing E&P operations.
– Recognize the key challenges and risks associated with upstream oil and gas projects.
– Apply basic technical and financial principles to evaluate E&P opportunities and operations.
– Understand the regulatory, environmental, and social factors impacting the exploration and production industry.

1- Overview of the Oil & Gas Industry: Value Chain and Upstream Focus
2- Exploration Techniques, Reservoir Identification, and Appraisal Methods
3- Drilling Engineering, Well Construction, and Completion Basics
4- Production Operations, Facilities Management, and Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR)
5- Commercial Drivers, Project Economics, Risk Management, and Regulatory Considerations

New entrants to the oil and gas industry, business development managers, finance and legal professionals in energy sectors, geoscientists, petroleum engineers, operations staff, and anyone seeking a broad understanding of the technical and commercial aspects of oil and gas exploration and production.

The course uses a combination of technical briefings, case study reviews, economic analysis workshops, group discussions, practical exercises, and real-world examples to connect technical operations with commercial decision-making.

Upon completing the course, participants will have a firm grasp of the upstream oil and gas business, bridging technical knowledge with commercial insight, and will be better equipped to participate in E&P projects or support upstream business activities.