Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Administrative and support staff in oil and gas companies
• Sales, finance, legal, HR, procurement, and marketing professionals
• Government or regulatory personnel working with energy sectors
• Business analysts, project coordinators, and junior managers
• New hires or interns entering the oil and gas industry

No technical background is required.

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

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

• Understand the basics of oil and gas exploration, production, and processing.
• Identify key equipment and facilities used in oil and gas processing.
• Explain the differences between upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.
• Understand refining processes and the value chain of petroleum products.
• Communicate more effectively with technical staff and stakeholders.
• Recognize safety, environmental, and regulatory aspects in oil and gas operations.

DAY 1

Introduction to the Oil & Gas Industry

• Welcome and introduction
• Pre-test
• Global overview of the oil and gas industry
• Sector divisions: Upstream, Midstream, Downstream
• Basics of petroleum formation and exploration
• Industry terminology and jargon simplified
• Key players and market dynamics
• Lifecycle of an oil and gas project

DAY 2

Upstream Operations – Exploration and Production

• Introduction to geology and seismic surveys
• Drilling fundamentals (onshore vs. offshore)
• Well completion and production techniques
• Artificial lift systems overview
• Crude oil and natural gas properties
• Typical oilfield operations and field development

DAY 3

Midstream Operations – Transportation and Storage

• Crude and gas transportation methods: pipelines, tankers, trucks
• Oil terminals and storage facilities
• Natural gas processing: sweetening, dehydration, and compression
• LNG basics and liquefaction process
• Importance of logistics and scheduling

DAY 4

Downstream Operations – Refining and Products

• Refining processes simplified (distillation, cracking, reforming)
• Major refinery units and their functions
• Key petroleum products and their uses
• Petrochemicals introduction
• Product blending and quality control
• Pricing, trading, and distribution channels

DAY 5

HSE, Sustainability, and Industry Trends

• Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) fundamentals
• Risk management and safety systems in operations
• Environmental impact and emission controls
• Energy transition and decarbonization
• Future of oil and gas: Digitalization and renewables integration
• Course review and final Q&A
• Post-test
• Certificate ceremony