INTERNATIONAL OIL AND GAS ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Course Code
FOG 101
Category
Oil & Gas
Scope
Oil & Gas
Duration
4 days
Status
ACTIVE
Competency
Ability to apply IFRS and financial management in oil and gas.
Target Audience
Oil and gas accountants, financial managers, and finance professionals.
Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive review of the significant International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) requirements applicable to the upstream oil and gas sector. The program delves into regulatory reporting and the unique accounting practices that arise from the industry's diverse commercial and contractual arrangements. Through hands-on case studies, practical examples, and interactive exercises, participants will gain a detailed understanding of IFRS principles and their specific application. The curriculum is updated with the latest pronouncements to ensure participants are current on all relevant topics. Additionally, the course equips attendees with the skills to research complex accounting issues and monitor future regulatory changes.
Learning Objectives
- Review and understand key IFRS requirements and their application to the upstream oil and gas industry.
- Analyze and address complex accounting issues unique to the sector's commercial and contractual arrangements.
- Apply IFRS principles through practical case studies and hands-on exercises.
- Stay current with the latest IFRS pronouncements and their implications for financial reporting.
- Develop the skills necessary to research future accounting standards and regulatory changes.
Daily Topics
Day 1: IFRS Overview – Key IFRS requirements, Upstream application; IASB pronouncements, IFRIC interpretations.
Day 2: Accounting Issues – Complex accounting, Commercial arrangements; US GAAP comparison, SPE PRMS.
Day 3: Practical Application – Case studies, Hands-on exercises; ISM Code financial resources, OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines.
Day 4: Future Standards – Latest pronouncements, Regulatory changes, Research skills; National accounting standards, PSA, Concession Agreements.
References
IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards), IASB (International Accounting Standards Board) pronouncements, IFRIC interpretations, US GAAP (for comparison), SPE PRMS (Petroleum Resources Management System), ISM Code (financial resource management), OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines, National accounting standards, Production Sharing Agreements (PSA), Concession Agreements.
Upcoming Course Dates
April 12 – April 15, 2027