Course Details

Training On Financing Natural Resources: Oil, Gas and Mining Projects

INTRODUCTION

A Training Course on Financing Natural Resources: Oil, Gas, and Mining Projects is designed to provide participants with a thorough understanding of the financial structures, investment strategies, and risk management practices involved in developing and financing large-scale natural resource projects. This course caters to professionals involved in project finance, investment, resource development, and financial advisory for the oil, gas, and mining industries.

Financing natural resource projects, particularly in the oil, gas, and mining sectors, presents unique challenges and opportunities due to the complex nature of the industries, high capital investment requirements, long project lifecycles, and fluctuating commodity markets. This course delves into the financial mechanisms that support these industries, the key risks and how they are managed, and the frameworks required for successful project financing.

The Financing Natural Resources: Oil, Gas, and Mining Projects training course equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate the complex financial landscape of natural resource projects. Through in-depth modules and practical case studies, participants will develop expertise in financial modelling, risk management, and strategic investment in the oil, gas, and mining sectors, while also incorporating ESG considerations in line with global sustainability goals.

DURATION

5 Days

TARGET AUDIENCE

This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals from the Oil, Gas and Mining sector but will greatly benefit the following individuals:

• Engineers
• Projects & Process Managers
• Technical Managers, Team Leaders & Line Managers
• Finance Managers & Professionals
• Professional at all levels involved in Projects

OBJECTIVES

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand Project Finance Models: Grasp the fundamentals of financing natural resource projects, including debt and equity structures.
2. Evaluate Risks: Identify and assess financial, operational, environmental, and geopolitical risks involved in oil, gas, and mining projects.
3. Structure Project Finance: Design financing frameworks, including syndicated loans, bonds, and private equity investment, tailored to large natural resource projects.
4. Navigate Legal and Regulatory Issues: Understand the legal, contractual, and regulatory environments specific to natural resource projects.
5. Apply Financial Modelling Techniques: Use financial models to assess the viability, cash flow, and profitability of oil, gas, and mining projects.
6. Sustainability and ESG Compliance: Incorporate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into financing and investment decisions.
7. Global Market Dynamics: Understand the impact of commodity prices, market demand, and global supply chains on financing strategies.

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: Introduction to Natural Resource Financing

• Overview of Natural Resource Industries: Oil, Gas, and Mining
• Key Players in Project Financing: Lenders, Investors, Multilateral Agencies
• Capital Intensity and Project Lifecycles
• Strategic Importance of Natural Resource Projects in Global Economies

Module 2: Project Finance Fundamentals

• Understanding Project Finance vs. Corporate Finance
• Key Features of Project Finance in Oil, Gas, and Mining Sectors
• Debt vs. Equity Financing Structures
• Role of Syndicated Loans, Bonds, and Export Credit Agencies (ECAs)

Module 3: Risk Assessment and Management

• Types of Risks: Financial, Operational, Environmental, Political, and Market Risks
• Risk Allocation through Contracts and Partnerships
• Mitigating Risks with Insurance, Hedging, and Diversification
• Risk Assessment Frameworks: Sensitivity and Scenario Analysis

Module 4: Financial Modelling for Natural Resource Projects

• Building Financial Models for Oil, Gas, and Mining Projects
• Cash Flow Modelling and Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) Analysis
• Valuation Techniques for Natural Resource Projects
• Sensitivity Analysis: Impact of Commodity Price Fluctuations

Module 5: Legal and Regulatory Frameworks

• Overview of Legal Contracts: Concessions, Production Sharing Agreements (PSAs), and Licensing
• Taxation and Royalties in Oil, Gas, and Mining
• Understanding Government and Regulatory Approvals
• Environmental Permits and Compliance

Module 6: Debt and Equity Financing Structures

• Types of Debt Financing: Senior Debt, Mezzanine Debt, and Project Bonds
• Role of Private Equity and Venture Capital in Natural Resource Projects
• Equity Joint Ventures and Strategic Partnerships
• Negotiating Loan Terms and Conditions with Lenders

Module 7: Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Considerations

• ESG Criteria in Project Finance Decisions
• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Natural Resource Financing
• Impact Assessments: Social, Environmental, and Health Assessments (SEHIA)
• Green Financing and Carbon Reduction Strategies

Module 8: Commodity Markets and Global Trade

• Dynamics of Global Oil, Gas, and Mineral Markets
• Price Volatility and its Impact on Project Financing
• Supply Chain Considerations in Natural Resource Projects
• Trading Mechanisms: Futures, Options, and Contracts for Difference (CFDs)

Module 9: Case Studies in Natural Resource Financing

• Successful Financing of Large-Scale Oil, Gas, and Mining Projects
• Case Studies of Projects in Developed and Emerging Markets
• Lessons Learned from Failed Projects
• Role of Multilateral Development Banks and International Financial Institutions

Module 10: Future Trends in Financing Natural Resources

• The Shift Towards Renewable Energy Financing and Its Impact on Oil, Gas, and Mining
• Financing Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) Projects
• The Role of Technology in Improving Efficiency and Reducing Costs
• Global Regulations and Trends Shaping the Future of Natural Resource Financing

CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

• Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com