Effective Government Relations for the Oil and Gas Sector

Management & Leadership · 5 Days · Public · Al-Khobraa certified · From USD 3,900

Overview

This training course on Effective Government Relations for the Oil & Gas Sector will provide participants with a thorough understanding of the government relations function within the oil and gas sector. Participants will gain an understanding of the business value that a strategic approach to government relations can deliver at all stages of the oil and gas investment cycle: exploration and production, transportation, trading, processing, and distribution.

Learning Objectives

• In-depth knowledge of how to use a strategic approach to government relations to create value for your business
• In-depth insight into how to analyze and mitigate political risks facing your business
• The ability to develop and implement a fit for purpose government relations strategy to support your business needs
• Knowledge of a wide range of tools and tactics to use to improve your ability to manage relations with the government in a wide variety of situations
• Insight into how to create synergies between the government relations function and other functions such as Project Management, Operations, Finance, Legal and Public Relations

Who Should Attend

This training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals who are interested in learning about government relations for the oil and gas sector:

• Government Relations Managers
• Political Risk Analysts
• Corporate Affairs Managers
• External Relations Managers
• Corporate Social Responsibility Managers
• Public Relations Professionals
• Country Managers
• Asset Managers
• Project Managers
• Operations Managers

Course Outline

Day 1 — Introduction to Effective Government Relations What is Effective Government Relations?

• The Business Case for Government Relations
• Discussion : How important is the government to your business?
• How to conduct Government Relations with integrity?
• Legal Aspects

Day 2 — Political Risk Analysis and Mitigation

• Introduction to Political Risk
• Stakeholders: Agendas and Drivers
• Political Risk Analysis Tools
• Global Issues and Trends

Day 3 — Effective Applications of Government Relations New Opportunities

• New Country Entry
• Expanding Existing Operations
• Mergers and Acquisition
• Stakeholder Mapping

Day 4 — The Government Relations Toolbox Strategies and Plans

• Elements of a Government Relations Strategy
• Implementation
• Monitoring Results and Assessing Performance
• High-Level Engagement

Day 5 — The Government Relations Business Game This day will allow attendees to bring their Government Relations expertise to bear on a realistic sc

• Introducing the Scenario
• Risk Analysis
• Stakeholder Mapping
• Government Relations Strategy

Accreditation

Al-Khobraa certified. On completion delegates receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of achievement.

Dates & Venues

Dates	Venue	Delivery	Duration	Fee (USD)
1–5 November 2026	Dubai, UAE	Public	5 days	3,900

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