Many managers and executives have heard that ‘accounting is the language of business;’ yet have
not taken the opportunity to become basically literate. This course offers the accounting language in
a structured process. Participants will gain access to the language in a variety of exercises that
eventually link to the Annual Reports and to the budgets prepared and managed by the executives.
No preparation is necessary except to bring an open mind and a budget document or other financial
documents of interest.
By combining techniques, analysis, problems, and examples with real case studies the course
provides delegates with key cost awareness and budgetary skills, which is essential in managing and
controlling processes/projects in times of increasing global competition where the budgets are
inextricably linked with both strategy formulation and cost analysis. This course not only presents
the key financial tools generally used but also explains the broader context of how and where they
are applied to obtain meaningful answers. It provides a conceptual backdrop both for the
financial/economic dimensions of systematic business management and for understanding the
nature of financial statements, analyzing data, planning, and controlling.
Managers and customers expect to get value for money. A significant number of projects have been canceled or are seen as a failure because they ran too far over budget. This five-day program will present the participants with straightforward approaches to developing a cost baseline and setting up a cost tracking system so that the budget is well managed during the project’s life cycle
Managers and supervisors in the fields of people, marketing, sales, training, and administration, as well as public relations officers and other key personnel in the business whose work entails contact and engagement with the internal/external public. This curriculum will also assist managers and staff who work in the media.
This program will provide the participants with an integrated view of the hydrocarbon production and related facilities during the life of the reservoir. It will present an overview/fundamental understanding of the wide range of oilfield production handling and treatment equipment. With this view and tools and knowledge on the properties and flow of the fluids provided in this training session, the participant will be able to understand the behavior of the fluids from the reservoir up to end-users. The training gives a strong emphasis on the calculation of reserves, fluids properties from the reservoir through a gathering network. This knowledge is necessary for the surface facility engineer to design or operate the equipment and facilities
When did you last stop to think about how you work at work – and whether the way you work could be changed to help you be more successful? The Business Brain Train Seminar provides a thoroughly enjoyable environment for you to explore these questions. It shows how to make yourself more effective using mind mapping; teaches techniques for faster, more effective reading, and shows how to use memory systems to remember information. It examines techniques for idea generation, creativity and problem solving; planning; time management; and inter-personal communication skills (including making a speech and how to improve meetings. It focuses on the core skills required for success in any enterprise.
The environment of current business requires an increased focus on practices and skills in planning projects and work, properly organizing tasks, and one’s work to improve productivity and delegating work to empowered staff. Businesses and indeed, all organizations, find themselves needing more productive methods of planning, more appropriate goals, and effective means of accomplishing work. A focus on using productive best practices allows for effective and efficient management of work and making changes in the organization. This course is designed to give participants an understanding of several management methods, processes, and procedures, as well as practice on several key management techniques. The principles used are easily adjusted to an organization’s or individual’s work assignments. The conference presents a methodology of common, standard management techniques using a simple theoretical foundation and enhances learning with practical activities so participants can develop knowledge and skill to manage more effectively and efficiently.
The Senior Secretary holds a key position of influence and a powerful partnership with the senior management team. Success in this role has a direct effect on the success of executive operations. The Senior Secretary who understands the role and pressures of management and even thinks like the team will achieve improved performance, outstanding results, and respect from superiors and the executive team.