Price Risk Management in the Energy Industry

An Interactive 5 - Day Training Course

Price Risk Management in the Energy Industry

Valuation and Trading in an Uncertain Market

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07 - 11 Oct 2024
London
$5,950
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Virgil famously wrote “Fortune sides with him who dares”, meaning rewards often go with risk. Today, global energy markets are shifting. Energy price hikes and dives send shockwaves across industry and affect businesses. To make good business decisions, we need to first understand the uncertain energy prices.

This Price Risk Management in the Energy Industry training course introduces the audience to commodity risk management in the energy markets. It highlights the dynamics of oil and gas markets and discusses the insights we gain from these markets to make better business decisions. Our focus would be on key insights that support management of risk for major decisions in the energy business.

This training course will highlight:

  • The energy landscape and the dynamics of energy commodities
  • Global crude oil market and regional natural gas markets
  • Modelling risk and uncertainty in energy prices
  • Management of risk and the role of forecasting
  • Emerging trends: electricity, weather, and emission markets

To succeed in the energy industry is to create value. The energy commodity markets supply information about the industry trend and the overall activity of its participants. This leads to insights that support risk management strategies and leads to good business decisions. Good project decisions often lead to value creation.

At the end of this training course, you will learn to:

  • Understand the trends and challenges of the energy industry
  • Appreciate the dynamics of the energy markets and its drivers
  • Gain skills in management or price risk using market instruments
  • Gain insights from market dynamics to support project appraisals
  • Apply the understanding in technical and economic decision making

The instructor uses a proven learning technology that has been implemented with considerable success. The sessions include lectures, discussions, and guided real-world practice. The aim is to develop problem-solvers and effective decision makers rather than merely conveying information.

In this training course, we discuss a global perspective of the energy markets while also highlighting the regional characteristics. We further introduce the audience to effective risk management strategies that would lead to corporate value creation. Such an understanding is vital for project investment decision making. This course trains individuals that;

  • Increase organization’s capabilities in analyzing and pricing the uncertain ventures in the energy industry
  • Possess knowledge and skills to deal with trading and investment decisions
  • Are effective in enhancing value chain through hedging risks and capitalizing on the upsides
  • Understand the overall mechanics of the energy markets and appeal of the ventures
  • Support the prudent decision-making process in projects
  • Open doors to further opportunities and more informed decisions

By Attending this training course will be able to:

  • Increase organization’s capabilities in analyzing and evaluating uncertain investments and trades
  • Possess knowledge and skills to draw insights from market dynamics and manage risky positions
  • Are effective in enhancing the energy value chain
  • Have an overview of the energy business and the appeal of the projects
  • Support the prudent decision-making process
  • Open doors to further opportunities in the energy landscape

The material in this training course will be useful to managers and decision makers in the energy business. The training course is also relevant to analysts, engineers, and consultants that support the process of decision making. Professionals interested in the practice of pricing and risk management also find this course useful.

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Managers and decision makers involved in value creation for the energy business
  • Commercial staff who would like to gain in-depth knowledge of price risk management
  • Decision makers involved in energy investments
  • Analysts interested in market insights that support project decisions
  • Researchers and practitioners who aim to broaden their knowledge of the business

DAY ONE: AN OVERVIEW OF THE ENERGY INDUSTRY

  • A brief history of the energy industry, fossil resources versus emerging renewables
  • Energy market dynamics: crude oil, natural gas, and their products
  • Other sources of energy: revisiting Fossil fuels versus renewable energy and future trends
  • The supply and demand forces in the energy markets
  • Reserve estimation and global reserves of oil and natural gas
  • Uncertainty and risk in prices of energy commodities

DAY TWO: GLOBAL AND REGIONAL ENERGY MARKETS

  • The formation of the energy commodity markets
  • The value chain for energy projects
  • Price trends and insights for business decisions
  • Project value drivers
  • Market instruments that support risk management
  • Lessons learned from the oil and gas industry

DAY THREE: UNCERTAINTY AND RISK IN ENERGY PRICES

  • Introduction to corporate finance and the foundation of value creation
  • Comparisons across time (time value of money)
  • Comparisons across levels of risk (risk premiums)
  • Measures of value
  • Sensitivity analysis in project appraisals
  • Modeling uncertainty and price risk

DAY FOUR: MANAGING MARKET RISK

  • Modeling uncertainty of energy prices
  • Uncertainty, risk, and the upside opportunity
  • Tools of risk management: insurance and hedging
  • forward, futures, options, and other derivative contracts
  • Arbitrage opportunities and efficient markets
  • Case study: Setting-up a crude oil hedge using forward contracts

DAY FIVE: ANALYTICAL TOOLS AND FUTURE TRENDS

  • Implementation of economic thinking in Spreadsheets
  • Analysis of cash flows, using risk models to assess the downside
  • The markets and the geo-politics of energy
  • Practical aspects of petroleum business decisions
  • Behavioral aspects of financial decisions
  • Heuristics and biases in management decision making
  • Emerging trends: environmental concerns and the emission markets, weather derivatives
  • Concluding remarks: Does “fortune favor the bold”?

We offer two main training formats to cater to different preferences and needs: 

  • 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: https://energytraining.ae/training-locations 

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.

Classroom
  • 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
Online
  • 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.

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