Applied Project Management for Oil & Gas Industry Leaders Event, 26.May.2025

Course Description

This intensive 5-day course provides a comprehensive overview of project management principles and practices specifically tailored for the oil and gas industry. Participants will gain practical skills in planning, executing, and controlling complex projects while addressing unique challenges faced in the sector. The course combines theoretical knowledge with real-world case studies and interactive exercises.

Learning Objectives

• Develop and implement effective project management strategies for oil and gas initiatives
• Apply industry-specific risk management techniques to mitigate project uncertainties
• Enhance leadership and communication skills for managing diverse project teams
• Optimize resource allocation and cost control in complex oil and gas projects
• Integrate environmental and safety considerations into project planning and execution

Course Modules

Day 1: Fundamentals of Oil & Gas Project Management

• Introduction to project management in the oil and gas context
• Industry-specific project lifecycle and methodologies
• Stakeholder management in oil and gas projects
• Regulatory compliance and environmental considerations

Day 2: Project Planning and Scope Management

• Developing comprehensive project charters
• Work breakdown structures for oil and gas projects
• Scope definition and control techniques
• Schedule development and critical path analysis

Day 3: Risk Management and Financial Control

• Risk identification and assessment in oil and gas projects
• Developing risk mitigation strategies
• Cost estimation and budgeting for large-scale projects
• Earned value management and performance tracking

Day 4: Project Execution and Team Leadership

• Managing multinational and cross-functional teams
• Effective communication strategies in complex projects
• Quality management and HSE integration
• Contract management and procurement strategies

Day 5: Project Monitoring, Control, and Closure

• Key performance indicators for oil and gas projects
• Change management and scope control
• Project recovery techniques
• Lessons learned and continuous improvement processes

Practical Wins for Participants

• Develop a customized risk management plan for an oil and gas project
• Create a comprehensive project charter and WBS for a real-world scenario
• Design an effective communication strategy for a multinational project team
• Construct a project recovery plan addressing common industry challenges