Introduction
This training course will provide you with the essential skills to make effective economic decisions in the Energy Sector by evaluating and balancing both the Economic Benefits and Risks. It will focus on the latest economic factors affecting companies in the sector, focusing on how companies may manage changes in major economic variables such as demand, energy prices, interest rates, and exchange rates. The participants will be introduced to the latest tools and techniques, such as financial derivatives relevant to the energy sector. In addition, they will use simulation techniques to model economic returns and risk management.
This training course will not only provide knowledge of the latest tools and techniques; it will also develop the skills so that the participants will be able to transfer those skills to the workplace to make a tangible benefit to your organization.
Course Objectives
By the end of this online training course, the participants will learn to:
- Evaluate the economic environment to improve decision making
- Model economic decisions in the energy sector
- Make efficient economic decisions
- Recommend economic methods of finance
- Manage financial and economic risk efficiently and effectively
Training Methodologies
This training course will utilize a variety of proven online learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension, and retention of the information presented. The training course is conducted Online via an Advanced Virtual Learning Platform in the comfort of any location of your choice.
Organizational Benefits
This training course is designed to provide transferable skills which will directly benefit the organization.
As a result of sending employees to attend this course, the organization will gain:
- Staff with economic knowledge and understanding
- Informed staff and engaged with the latest developments
- Improved risk management
- Staff with knowledge of the latest tools and techniques
- Improved performance with staff better able to meet customer needs
- Improved finance and risk management culture.
Personal Benefits
This training course is designed to give participants the skills required to aid their personal development.
As a result of attending this course, the individual will gain:
- Improved analytical skills
- Improved knowledge and understanding
- The ability to apply new skills
- Up-to-date knowledge
- Legal, financial, and risk management knowledge and skills
- The ability to improve their roles and career growth
Target Audience
This training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals. Still, it will significantly benefit those working in the Energy Industry with a desire to improve their knowledge of energy economics.
This course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Financial Professionals in the Energy Industry
- Technical Managers (Electrical Power Engineers, Maintenance Technicians, Electrical, Supervisors, Engineering Professionals, etc.) with the need for finance and economics
- Energy Project Managers
- Procurement Supply Chain Professionals
- Risk Manager and Professionals
Course Outlines
Day 1
THE ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT AND THE ENERGY INDUSTRY
- The Economic Environment
- Economic Challenges facing Governments and the Energy Sector
- Economic Evaluation of Reserves
- Making Economic Decisions in an Uncertain World
- EMV Expected Monetary Value & Decision Trees
- The Probability & Impact of Changes in Economic Variables: Interest Rates, Exchange Rates & Energy Prices
Day 2
ECONOMIC MODELLING IN THE ENERGY INDUSTRY
- Revenue & Revenue Recognition
- The Impact of Energy Price Volatility
- Cost Estimation
- The Impact of Joint Venture & Production Sharing Agreements
- Working Interest, Royalties & Taxation
- Forecasting the Cashflow
Day 3
ECONOMIC EVALUATION OF ENERGY PROJECTS
- Evaluating Accounting Profit and Return on Equity (ROE)
- Cost-Benefit Analysis: Finance V Economic Value Added
- Economic Analysis: Economic Value Added & Sustainability
- Key Economic Parameters - NPV, NPVI, IRR, Payback, Adjusted NPV & Adjusted Payback
- Cost Recovery Method
- Government Evaluation and Value for Money (VfM)
Day 4
ECONOMIC FINANCE & THE ENERGY INDUSTRY
- Types of Finance
- Calculating the Cost of Capital (WACC) and the Capital Assets Pricing Model (CAPM)
- Determining the Economic Hurdle Rate
- Economic Management of Energy Projects
- Earned Value Analysis
- Budgetary Control & Cost Management
Day 5
ECONOMIC & FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT IN THE ENERGY INDUSTRY
- Economic & Financial Risks
- Managing Economic Risk & Uncertainty
- Developing and Using a Risk Model Analysis
- What are Derivatives? - Forwards, Options, Futures & Swaps
- International Derivative Markets & Middle East Derivative Mar
About Amsterdam
Amsterdam, capital of the Netherlands, is a popular destination amongst travelers from all around the world. Once just a little fishing village, Amsterdam is now a major international city after having become an important port during the 1600s. Throughout its history, the city has had many famous residents, including artists, philosophers and other historical figures. There is much to discover along Amsterdam's quaint streets and picturesque canals. So much so that a flight to Amsterdam comes with a guarantee of cultural and historical attractions that will provide memories to last a lifetime. Amsterdam is a hotbed of culture for travelers of all ages and tastes.
Things to do and places to visit in Amsterdam
From the moment passengers step off their flight to Amsterdam, they will find it a friendly city with a lively atmosphere. Its flat geography means that it is perfect for exploring by bicycle. If you're feeling less active, it the city is also well-served by public transport. The so-called Venice of the North has something for every visitor. Culture vultures have museums, galleries and theaters to see, Families can visit the zoo or the Science Center NEMO.
When visiting Amsterdam, be sure to:
- See the picture-perfect and colorful houses of the Grachtengordel district.
- See the iconic works of one of Holland's most famous artists at the Van Gogh Museum.
- Visit the house where Anne Frank and her family hid from the Nazis.
- Browse through the extensive collection of fantastic art in the Rijksmusem.
- Wander through the blaze of colors that is the Singel Flower Market.
- See the city at a leisurely pace on a canal cruise.
- Marvel at one of the city's many historic churches.
- Learn about life aboard a ship at the National Maritime Museum.
- Discover the Begijnhof's well-preserved medieval architecture.
- See animals of all kinds, as well as the butterfly pavilion and aquarium, at the Artis Zoo.