Upstream, Midstream & Downstream Contract Strategies
Course Overview
This intensive five-day program is designed for oil and gas professionals seeking to master contract strategies across the upstream, midstream, and downstream sectors. The course blends petroleum law fundamentals, commercial best practices, advanced risk management, and dispute resolution techniques to ensure participants can structure, negotiate, and manage contracts that meet global standards and protect organisational interests.
Participants will work through real-life case studies, practical exercises, and interactive discussions that reflect the latest industry trends and legal developments, enabling them to respond effectively to challenges in today’s complex energy market.
Course Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
* Understand and leverage the strategic role of oil and gas contracts within the petroleum legal framework.
* Apply upstream, midstream, and downstream contract management best practices.
* Implement efficient supply chain strategies that improve compliance and transparency.
* Identify, evaluate, and mitigate contractual risks effectively.
* Choose and apply the most appropriate dispute resolution methods for the industry.
* Strengthen negotiation skills to secure favourable outcomes while sustaining business relationships.
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:
* Contract Managers & Administrators
* Legal & Compliance Officers
* Procurement & Supply Chain Managers
* Commercial & Business Development Managers
* Project Managers and Operations Supervisors
* Government & Regulatory Agency Representatives
* Finance and Risk Management Professionals in the Energy Sector
Programme Outline
Day 1 – Understanding Oil & Gas Contracts
* Introduction to Petroleum Law: Global Standards & Local Variations
* Contract Types: Exclusivity, Mutual Interest, and Confidentiality Agreements
* Concessions/Licences: Balancing State and Corporate Interests
* Hire, Lease, and Rentals: Operational and Financial Aspects
* Services & Works Agreements: Deliverables and Performance Standards
* Multi-Party Contracts: Coordination, Communication, and Conflict Resolution
Day 2 – Excellence in Supply Chain Management
* Procurement Best Practices: Enhancing Transparency and Efficiency
* Defining Scope of Work with Clarity
* Supplier Qualification: Compliance & Capability Checks
* Contract Award to Execution: Advanced Management Techniques
* Ethics & Compliance: Addressing Bribery and Corruption Risks
Day 3 – Contractual Challenges and Solutions
* Contract Performance: Incentives, Penalties, and Guarantees
* Liabilities & Indemnities: Principles of Risk Allocation
* Force Majeure: Managing Unforeseen Events
* Financial Terms: Pricing Models and Payment Structures
* Local Content Requirements: Global Standards vs. Local Benefits
Day 4 – Optimising Contractor Performance
* Risk Management in Supplier Relationships
* Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Change Management in Contracts
* Legal Limits on Liability: Negotiation & Drafting Strategies
* Bonds, Guarantees, and Warranties in Practice
Day 5 – Effective Dispute Resolution
* Resolving Disputes: Damages & Remedial Actions
* Litigation vs. Arbitration: Choosing the Right Path
* Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Techniques
* Enforcement Strategies & Compliance Measures
* Negotiation & Settlement: Achieving Win-Win Results
Certification
Participants who successfully complete this training will be awarded a **KELeaders Professional Certificate in Oil & Gas Contract Strategies**. This certification validates your enhanced knowledge and practical skills in managing upstream, midstream, and downstream contracts to international standards.
Enquiries & Registration
Enquiry at : admin@keleaders.com
Whatsapp: 0044 790 125 9494
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