This training course is split in two modules:
MODULE I - Natural Gas Physical and Financial Markets
MODULE II - Gas & LNG Markets, Pricing and Contracts
Each modules is structured and can be taken as a stand-alone training course; however, delegates with will maximise their benefits by traking Module 1 and 2 back-to-back as a 2-week training course.
Module 1: Natural Gas Physical and Financial Markets
DAY ONE: A “PERFECT STORM” IN THE ENERGY INDUSTRY
- A brief history of the petroleum industry
- Development of the markets: Crude oil, natural gas, and their products
- The value chain of energy projects
- Oil market as a world market; regional natural gas markets
- Natural gas market and transportation: Pipelines and Liquified Natural Gas (LNG)
- The regional markets of the natural gas and the promise of LNG
- Introduction to economic decision making
DAY TWO: THE NATURAL GAS INDUSTRY: AN OVERVIEW AND MARKET DYNAMICS
- Why has natural gas industry scale recently grown?
- The markets and the geo-politics of energy
- Economic dynamics of the energy industry and the role of natural gas as a transitional energy
- Investing in projects and value creation
- Economic analysis of projects
- Measures of value
- Valuation for decision making
DAY THREE: INVESTING IN NATURAL GAS AND MANAGING OPERATIONS
- Principles of corporate finance for the oil and gas companies
- Behavioral finance and international business
- Economic value added in the context of natural gas projects
- Project feasibility analysis
- Decision measures
- Risk and uncertainty in the natural gas business
- Commodity markets and arbitrage opportunities
- How to mitigate risks and capitalize on the upsides
DAY FOUR: MARKETS AND MARKET INSTRUMENTS
- Forward, futures, and options contracts
- Incorporating flexibility to gain from the upside potentials
- Long term contracts, price negotiations, and their role in managing the risks
- Hedging risks using market instruments. Is a perfect hedge possible?
- Arbitrage opportunities of the natural gas markets: Using LNG vessels to reap benefits
- Managerial decision making in an uncertain world
- Portfolio of downstream and Upstream projects
DAY FIVE: VALUATION, PORTFOLIO EFFECTS, AND STRATEGY
- Forecasting for international business: valuation, project finance, and strategy
- Interwoven uncertain factors of the business: subsurface and above the surface
- Currency exchange and political risks: two features of international business
- Partnerships could be win-win once they create an economic advantage
- Emerging environmental concerns and the emission markets: CO2 and NOx
- Concluding remarks: does “fortune favor the bold”?
Module 2: Gas & LNG Markets, Pricing and Contracts
Day Six: Dynamic of the Petroleum Industry and English Contract Law
- Introduction to oil and gas contracts
- Key terms and definitions
- Downstream
- Midstream
- Upstream
- The main international industry players
Legal System and English Contract Law
- Mandatory elements of a legally enforceable contract
- Contract formation
- Contract terms
- Interpretation of contract terms
- Remedies for breach of contract
- Contract termination in English lawÂ
Day Seven: The Essence of Oil, Gas, and LNG Sales Contracts
The Characteristics of LNG Sales Contracts
- The contractual process
- Commercial realities
- Drafts and drafting
- Enforcement
- Fundamental legal principles
- Cultural and language issues
- Fundamental legal principles
- LNG sales contracts
- Global gas market
- LNG and domestic gas value chains
- Structuring an LNG project
- Government role
- Capacity building
- LNG development environment, social impact and safety
- Pricing
- LNG and Gas Contracts
- Introduction
- PSC vs. Licenses
- Preliminary agreements
- Domestic gas sales agreement
- LNG sale and purchase agreement
- Miscellaneous agreements
Day Eight: Contract Liability, Indemnity, Insurance: Transportation Agreements
Contract Risk Management
- Risk management and LNG business
- Types of risk in LNG
- Transportation agreement
- The contractual arrangements put in place for getting petroleum from the wellhead to the marketplace
- Off taking and transporting Oil & Gas (Pipeline or Ship)
- Typical terms of a gas pipeline Transportation and Processing Agreement (TPA)
- Transportation (or Transshipment) of crude oil and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) or Gas to Liquids (GTL)
- International practices and model contracts
The Essential of Negotiations in Oil and Gas Context
Liability Clauses
Contractual Indemnity
Insurance ProvisionsÂ
Day Nine: Gas Sale and Purchase Agreements
- Types of gas sales agreements
- Parties
- Term and effectiveness: Duration and delayed start date provisions
- Sale, purchase, and delivery
- Gas reserves
- How to express gas quantities in pipeline gas contracts?
- Take-or-pay, carry forward and make-up
- Current practice on shortfall penalties
- Quality
- Price
- Nominations, undertake and overtake
- Measurement and testing
- Invoicing and payment
- Force majeure in gas sales contracts: The differences between pipeline gas and LNG
- Understand the purpose and risks this clause is intended to mitigate
- Avoiding common force majeure pitfalls
- Protect yourself from abuse and misuse of this clause
- Mechanics of exercising force majeure rights
- Termination
- TaxÂ
Day Ten: Contract Claims and Dispute Resolutions
- Tiered dispute resolution mechanisms
- Formal dispute resolution
- Preventing costly litigation through effective use of ADR option
- Types of dispute resolution vehicles
- Assessing litigation vs. Arbitration options
- Mediation considerations
- Considerations for selecting effective mediators and
- Arbitrators
- Selecting arbitration and mediation rules of procedure
- Drafting effective dispute resolution clause
- Contract review, evaluation, and lesson learned
- Overview and conclusion
We offer two main training formats to cater to different preferences and needs:Â
- Classroom Training Delivery – Our traditional classroom-based training courses provide a face-to-face learning experience with subject matter experts. You’ll benefit form in-person interactions, hands-on exercises, and a structured classroom environment.
- Online Training Delivery – We also offer convenient live/online training courses that you can access from anywhere with a stable internet connection. These courses provided flexibility and allow you to learn anywhere, making them suitable for busy schedules or remote learning.
The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion with corresponding learning hours who has successfully completed the training course.
Yes, we provide assistance by issuing a Letter of Invitation stating that you are confirmed to attend our training.
We value transparency and are happy to provide our instructor’s profiles upon request. If you would like to learn more about our instructor’s’ qualifications, expertise, and experiences, please email us at info@energytraining.ae.
Yes, we do. We provide tailored training courses designed to meet the specific requirement of larger group of individuals. These customized training courses can be conducted both classroom and online formats, allowing you the flexibility to choose you preferred dates and duration.
Please contact us at inhouse@energytraining.ae to discuss your group’s training needs, and we’ll work with you to create a personalized training course that aligns with your objectives.
We have multiple international training venues. You may find this through our website link:Â https://energytraining.ae/training-locationsÂ
Our training courses are held at our partnered hotels within the city included within our training
Yes, here are the following options we can offer to assist you:
- Corporate Discount – We can extend our corporate discount to participants staying at the same hotel, if we have any. Please enquire about the availability of this discount when you register for the training course.
- Nearby Hotel Suggestions – If you prefer other accommodations, we can provide a list of nearby hotels to suit your needs and budget.
Feel free to go through hotel booking platforms on the internet to find the most cost-effective for you.
No, we do not provide job placement services after the training course. However, we are confident that our training course equips you with the necessary tools and knowledge to enhance you career prospects and promote career growth. Our training course are designed to empower you with valuable skills and expertise to excel in your chosen field.
- Tuition fee for a 5-day training course
- Provision of a world-class subject matter expert to deliver this training
- Meeting at a hotel venue corresponding to your chosen session
- Welcome food and drinks, AM / PM snack, and Lunch
- Digital course materials (e-Tablet)
- Course completion certificates
- Designing and administration of Pre-& Post Course Assessments
- Preparation of participant’s Performance and Appraisal Report, if required
- Issuance of Letter of Invitation for delegates needed visa processing, if required
- Tuition fee for a 5-day online training course
- Provision of a world-class subject matter expert to deliver this training through live/virtual delivery
- An electronic copy of the training manual and relevant hand-outs
- Issuance of The Energy Training Centre e-Certificate of Completion
- Administration of Pre-& Post Workshop Assessments
- Link access of online platform acceptable to both parties
Certainly, we do provide corporate rates tailored for organizations seeking to enrol multiple employees in our training programs. To facilitate this, we encourage you to make a formal request via email addressed to info@energytraining.ae. We’ll be delighted to discuss and offer a suitable arrangement for your corporate needs.
Yes, special discounts are available upon request if you have more than one registrant for a course. For further information please email us at info@energytraining.ae
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.
Upon receipt of your registration details sent via email at reg@energytraining.ae, we will send you the following by e-mail within 24-48 hours of registration.
- Joining Instructions
- Invoice/receipt (where appropriate)
 If you register online, you will receive an e-mail on the same day confirming your registration.
There are two convenient options to register for a training course:
- Online Registration Form – Register for your desired training course by completing the online registration form available on our website. Simple click on the registration button or select your preferred dates and provide the requested information.
- Email Registration – You can email us your intention to register at info@energytraining.ae. Our team will guide you through the registration process and provide assistance you may need.
Yes, we do allow registration transfers in the event that you are unable to attend the training course. To initiate a transfer, please send us an official email requesting the change. We’ll guide you through the transfer process and ensure a smooth transition of your registration to another eligible participant.
Our training course sessions are scheduled and posted on our website for your convenience. However, we understand that there may be specific requirement for your group. If you have a preferred venue and specific training dates in mind, please feel free to propose them to us by clicking on the button “Propose you preferred location & date” of your preferred training course.
Our course timings slightly vary between the cities we offer our training courses. Please let us know of your preferred course and session (dates/venue) through email at info@energytraining.ae. Alternatively, you may call/WhatsApp us at +971 50 746 0956.
We understand that time zones may be different between our Senior Consultants and our delegates. Our standard online course timings (11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, GMT+4 – Dubai, UAE) may be adjusted upon confirming the programme. Our team shall communicate between the confirmed registered delegates and suggested a suitable course timing for all.
Our standard course duration for our classroom programmes is 6 hours per day while our online session is 5 hours per day.
Our training programmes are designed to be concise yet comprehensive, focusing on professional development. The duration varies based on the specific course content and objectives – we normally offer programmes between 5 – 10 days. However, our emphasis lies in delivering interactive and engaging sessions that prioritize depth of learning within a condensed timeframe. This approach ensures participants acquire substantial knowledge and skills efficiently.
We have been assessed by TUV Rheinland Middle East FZE and comply with Quality Management System standards – ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 29993:2017, ensuring a commitment to quality and excellence in our operations and services.
Our training courses span across diverse industries, encompassing sectors such as but not limited to:
- Power & Utilities
- Oil & Gas
- Financial Institutions
- Government and Regulatory bodies
- Manufacturing & Production Industry
Our commitment lies in continuously refining and expanding our training course offerings to align with evolving industry landscapes. We encourage individuals to explore our website or engage with our dedicated support team for the latest information on available courses, ensuring access to the most pertinent and current educational resources.
Yes, Energy Training Centre is an ILM Recognised Provider (ID# 002398B), authorized to register learners and offer training courses recognized by ILM. Participants seeking ILM Recognised Certification would need to complete an assessment post the ILM Recognised courses. ILM is a renowned provider of leadership and management qualifications, part of the City and Guilds Group. Additionally, our company is a CPD Certified Training Company, ensuring our commitment to continuous professional development standards.
