Delivery Schedules
Day 1
Introduction to International Oil and Gas Markets
• Overview of Global Energy Markets
• Historical Development of the Oil and Gas Industry
• Key Stakeholders in the Oil and Gas Sector
• Fundamentals of Supply and Demand
Market Structure and Dynamics
• Types of Markets: Spot, Futures, and Derivatives
• Major Trading Centres and Exchanges (such as NYMEX, ICE)
Physical Versus Financial Trading
Market Cycles and Trends

Day 2
Oil and Gas Pricing Mechanisms
Crude oil pricing benchmarks (WTI, Brent, Dubai/Oman)
Natural gas pricing benchmarks (Henry Hub, NBP, JKM)
Price formation and reporting agencies (Platts, Argus)
Factors influencing oil and gas prices
Trading instruments and contracts
Spot contracts
Futures contracts
Options and swaps
Forward contracts and hedging strategies
Trading strategies and tactics
Speculation versus hedging
Arbitrage opportunities
Technical and fundamental analysis
Trade execution and order types
 
Day 3
Risk Management in Trading
• Identifying and assessing trading risks
• Risk management tools and techniques
• Value-at-Risk (VaR) and stress testing
• Hedging strategies and portfolio management
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Transportation of oil and gas (pipelines, tankers, LNG carriers)
• Storage facilities and strategies
• Supply chain optimisation
• Impact of geopolitical events on logistics

Day 4
Regulatory and Legal Framework
• International trade regulations and compliance
• Key regulatory bodies (OPEC, IEA, FERC, etc.)
• Environmental regulations and sustainability issues
• Contract law and dispute resolution
Financial analysis and valuation
• Analysis of financial statements for oil and gas companies
• Project valuation and investment analysis
• Cash flow analysis and financial modelling
• Mergers and acquisitions in the oil and gas sector

Day 5
Emerging Trends and Technologies
• Impact of renewable energy and transition to low-carbon economy
• Technological advancements in oil and gas exploration and production
• Digitalization and its impact on trading (blockchain, AI, etc.)
• Future outlook for the oil and gas markets
Case Studies and Practical Applications
• Analysis of major oil and gas trading case studies
• Simulation exercises and role-playing scenarios
Course Review and Final Assessment
• Review of key concepts and topics
• Q&A sessions and interactive discussions
• Course feedback and evaluation

Course Description and Learning Outcomes
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the global oil and gas markets, with an
emphasis on trade practices, market dynamics, risk management, and the regulatory framework. It
is specifically designed for professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in the
international oil and gas trading sector.

Course Description and Learning Outcomes
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the global oil and gas markets, with an
emphasis on trade practices, market dynamics, risk management, and the regulatory framework. It
is specifically designed for professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in the
international oil and gas trading sector.

Designed for professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in the international oil
and gas trading sector.