Introduction

Hydrocarbon production operations are at the core of the oil & gas industry, involving complex technical processes, large-scale assets, and significant financial investments. Effective management of production operations requires not only technical expertise but also strong business, strategic, and leadership capabilities.

This MBA-level program, designed by Global Horizon Training Center, integrates engineering fundamentals with business strategy, operations management, and financial decision-making to enable professionals to optimize production, enhance profitability, and lead operations effectively.

Course Objectives

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

• Understand the full upstream production lifecycle
• Manage production operations efficiently and safely
• Analyze production data and optimize output
• Apply financial and economic principles to production decisions
• Evaluate risks and improve operational reliability
• Integrate technology and digital solutions in operations
• Lead teams and manage operational performance
• Align production strategies with business objectives

Target Audience

This program is designed for:

• Production and Petroleum Engineers
• Operations and Field Engineers
• Oil & Gas Managers and Supervisors
• Asset and Facility Managers
• Technical professionals transitioning into leadership roles
• Professionals seeking MBA-level oil & gas knowledge

 Outline

Day 1: Upstream Operations and Business Context

• Overview of hydrocarbon production systems
• Reservoir to surface production flow
• Production facilities and equipment
• Role of operations in value creation
• Linking operations with business strategy

Day 2: Production Optimization and Performance Management

• Production system analysis
• Well performance and artificial lift systems
• Surface facility optimization
• Key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Data-driven decision-making

Day 3: Financial and Economic Analysis

• Production cost structures (CAPEX, OPEX)
• Revenue generation and pricing
• Economic evaluation (NPV, IRR)
• Budgeting and financial planning
• Profitability optimization

Day 4: Risk Management and Operational Excellence

• Operational risks in production systems
• Asset integrity and reliability
• HSE and regulatory compliance
• Risk mitigation strategies
• Continuous improvement approaches

Day 5: Leadership, Strategy, and Future Trends

• Leadership in production operations
• Managing teams and performance
• Digital transformation (AI, IoT in oil & gas)
• Energy transition and sustainability
• Case studies and executive decision-making