Portfolio Management for Oil and Gas Professionals

About the Course
Portfolio Management for Oil and Gas Professionals is a comprehensive 5-day course designed to equip industry practitioners with the knowledge and tools required to effectively manage project portfolios in the dynamic oil and gas sector. The course provides a structured approach to aligning project investments with organizational strategy, optimizing resource allocation, and managing risk across diverse projects and programs.
Participants will explore portfolio management fundamentals, including key frameworks, methodologies, and practical challenges unique to the energy industry. Through real-world case studies and hands-on exercises, attendees will gain insights into portfolio construction, performance measurement, project prioritization, and financial and non-financial benefit evaluation.
Special focus is given to advanced topics such as benchmarking, risk assessment tools like Monte Carlo simulations, and resource allocation techniques tailored for oil and gas environments. The course also introduces data visualization tools for effective communication and decision-making.
Whether managing upstream exploration projects or downstream infrastructure initiatives, this course provides actionable strategies to enhance portfolio performance, maximize returns, and support long-term business objectives. It is ideal for professionals seeking to elevate their project management capabilities and drive strategic value across their organizations.
Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of portfolio management and how they differ from project and program management within the oil and gas context.
- Align portfolio decisions with organizational strategy, ensuring optimal resource use and value creation.
- Construct, calibrate, and balance project portfolios, considering financial, operational, and strategic factors.
- Identify and manage portfolio risks, utilizing tools such as decision trees, Monte Carlo simulations, and sensitivity analysis.
- Apply effective portfolio measurement techniques, including success metrics, performance indicators, and financial/non-financial benefit analysis.
- Prioritize projects objectively using tools such as weighted scoring models, forced ranking, and paired comparisons.
- Evaluate project performance with portfolio-level metrics and data visualization tools to support informed decision-making.
- Select and use appropriate benchmarks for assessing portfolio performance and ensuring continuous improvement.
- Manage resources efficiently, addressing challenges in availability, allocation, and planning through practical methods.
- Navigate the roles and responsibilities of portfolio managers and understand the PMI standards for portfolio management.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for professionals involved in project selection, prioritization, and strategic decision-making within the oil and gas industry. It is particularly beneficial for:
- Portfolio Managers and Project Managers
- Program Managers and PMO (Project Management Office) Staff
- Strategic Planners and Business Development Managers
- Finance and Investment Analysts working with project evaluations
- Operations and Asset Managers involved in project execution and resource planning
- Risk Managers overseeing portfolio and project-level risks
- Engineers and Technical Leads engaged in project planning and feasibility
- Professionals preparing for PMI Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP®) certification
Whether from upstream, midstream, or downstream sectors, attendees will gain practical insights to drive value through effective portfolio management and strategic alignment. No prior portfolio management experience is required, but familiarity with project environments is recommended.
Course Program
- Portfolio Management Basics and Foundations
• Definitions and Differences: Project, Program and Portfolio
• Portfolio Triple Constraint
• Why Project Portfolio Management?
• Practical Challenges in Executing PPM
• Organizational Project Management
• Portfolio Management and Organizational Strategy
• Roles and Responsibilities of a Portfolio Manager
• PMI View of Portfolio Management
Picture | Starting Date | Price | Location | Enrollment |
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01/06/2025 | 2200 $ | Dubai (UAE) | ||
01/06/2025 | 3400 $ | Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) | ||
08/06/2025 | 2200 $ | Doha (Qatar) | ||
16/06/2025 | 1400 $ | Online | ||
16/06/2025 | 2000 $ | Istanbul (Turkey) | ||
23/06/2025 | 2000 $ | Cairo (Egypt) | ||
23/06/2025 | 2800 $ | London (UK) | ||
29/06/2025 | 2200 $ | Dubai (UAE) | ||
29/06/2025 | 1400 $ | Online | ||
06/07/2025 | 2200 $ | Muscat (Oman) | ||
07/07/2025 | 1400 $ | Online | ||
14/07/2025 | 2200 $ | Doha | ||
14/07/2025 | 1400 $ | Online | ||
21/07/2025 | 2000 $ | Istanbul | ||
21/07/2025 | 1400 $ | Online | ||
28/07/2025 | 2800 $ | London (UK) | ||
28/07/2025 | 1400 $ | Online | ||
04/08/2025 | 2200 $ | Dubai (UAE) | ||
11/08/2025 | 2200 $ | Dubai (UAE) | ||
11/08/2025 | 1400 $ | Online | ||
18/08/2025 | 2000 $ | Cairo (Egypt) | ||
18/08/2025 | 2200 $ | Muscat (Oman) | ||
25/08/2025 | 1400 $ | Online |