Course Objectives

The oil and gas industry is navigating one of the most complex strategic environments in its history, characterised by price volatility, shifting demand patterns, regulatory pressure, and the global push for decarbonisation.
Leaders are expected to deliver near-term performance while repositioning their portfolios for an uncertain energy future and maintaining a robust licence to operate with governments, communities, and investors.

Traditional planning cycles, siloed decision-making, and incremental leadership approaches are no longer sufficient to compete and grow in this context.

This intensive 5-day programme equips participants with advanced leadership and strategic planning capabilities tailored specifically to the realities of upstream, midstream, downstream, and integrated oil and gas businesses.

Through strategic case studies, scenario-based exercises, and leadership simulations, delegates will learn how to interpret industry signals, design robust strategies, and lead cross-functional teams through execution.
Participants will leave with a clear personal leadership agenda and a practical 90-day implementation roadmap aligned to their organisation’s priorities.

Who Should Attend?
General Managers, Asset Managers, and Country Managers accountable for strategic and operational performance. High-potential managers preparing to move into executive and enterprise-wide leadership roles. Strategy Managers and Corporate Planning professionals supporting long-term planning and capital allocation. Business Development and M&A professionals evaluating new ventures, partnerships, and divestments. Operations, Subsurface, Engineering, and Project leaders with increasing strategic and commercial accountability. Investor Relations and Corporate Communications professionals engaging markets and external stakeholders on strategy.

Prerequisites

None

Course Overview

Strategic Context and Industry Intelligence