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Whitestone International Diploma in Oil & Gas Management

The programme introduces key aspects of the upstream, midstream, and downstream value chain; operations and asset management at awareness level; health, safety and environmental (HSE) governance; project and contract management; supply chain and logistics; petroleum economics and fiscal regimes at conceptual level; and the strategic, ESG, and energy-transition context in which oil and gas companies operate.

Course Overview

The Whitestone International Diploma in Oil & Gas Management is a 12-month vocational programme designed to provide a structured, practice-oriented foundation in the management, commercial, and governance dimensions of the global oil and gas sector.

Learners will explore how oil and gas projects and assets are conceived, evaluated, developed, operated, and eventually decommissioned, how multiple stakeholders (operators, service companies, regulators, investors, communities, and partners) interact, and how effective management supports safety, compliance, profitability, and responsible environmental performance. The emphasis is on managerial, commercial, and coordination capabilities, rather than on petroleum engineering design, well control, or technical process duties.

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to contribute effectively to oil and gas business planning, operational coordination, risk and HSE governance support, and stakeholder communication, always recognising the boundaries between management roles and specialised technical or regulatory functions.

This diploma is vocational and non-regulated. It does not qualify learners as petroleum engineers, drilling supervisors, process engineers, geoscientists, regulators, or safety case authors, and does not authorise them to design wells or facilities, perform technical integrity assessments, or make safety- critical operational decisions. All engineering design, operational control, regulatory decisions, and safety-critical activities must be carried out only by appropriately qualified and licensed professionals in accordance with applicable laws, standards, and company procedures.

Why This Course is Important?

Despite rapid growth in renewables, oil and gas continue to supply a significant share of transport fuels, power generation, petrochemicals, and industrial feedstocks.
Exploration, production, transport, and processing projects involve high capital intensity, long lifecycles, multiple partners, and elevated HSE and reputational risks, which demand sound management and governance.
Volatility in prices, climate policies, ESG expectations, digitalisation, and the energy transition require managers who can balance operational excellence with long-term resilience and responsible performance.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:

Explain core concepts in the global oil and gas value chain (upstream, midstream, downstream) at a vocational, non-technical level.
Describe the main elements of operations and asset management for oil and gas facilities at awareness level, without assuming technical control.
Support HSE and risk governance activities, including documentation, reporting, and coordination, in line with organisational frameworks (non-engineering).
Contribute to project, contract, and supply chain management for oil and gas projects under professional supervision.
Interpret, at conceptual level, basic petroleum economics, costs, and fiscal frameworks, and their implications for project and portfolio decisions.
Recognise the impact of ESG expectations, regulatory trends, and the energy transition on oil and gas strategies and stakeholder relationships.
Prepare and present structured management reports, plans, and improvement proposals relevant to oil and gas operations and business units.

Target Audience

Individuals in or aspiring to roles such as Oil & Gas Management Trainee, Operations Coordinator (non-technical), Asset Management Assistant, HSE & Risk Governance Support Officer (non-engineering), Project & Contracts Coordinator, Supply Chain/Logistics Coordinator (Energy), or Commercial Analyst (junior).
Staff in national and international oil companies, independents, service companies, EPC contractors, logistics providers, regulators and ministries (support roles), financial institutions, and consultancies operating in the energy sector.
Graduates and career changers seeking a structured entry into the oil and gas business environment with a focus on management and coordination.
Entrepreneurs and managers in related sectors who wish to understand the oil and gas value chain and its management frameworks to work more effectively with industry partners.

Entry Requirements

A recognised higher secondary qualification, diploma, or equivalent, preferably with prior exposure to business, engineering, or science
Interest or experience in energy, projects, logistics, risk management, or business administration
Proficiency in English (IELTS 5.5 or equivalent recommended) to engage with technical terminology, reports, and case studies

Programme Structure & Modules

Module 1 – Global Oil & Gas Industry: Value Chain, Players & Context

Historical evolution and current role of oil and gas in the global energy mix (non-political, factual context).
The upstream, midstream, and downstream segments:
Upstream: exploration, appraisal, development, and production awareness.
Midstream: pipelines, storage, LNG, and transport awareness.
Downstream: refining, marketing, petrochemicals at conceptual level.
Key industry players:
National oil companies (NOCs), international oil companies (IOCs), independents, service companies, EPC contractors, traders, and regulators.
Industry structure and business models at awareness level (e.g. integrated vs independent, service-based models).
Overview of price dynamics, supply–demand fundamentals, and geopolitical influences at high level.

Module 2 – Operations & Asset Management in Oil & Gas (Awareness Level)

Concept of an oil and gas asset: fields, facilities, pipelines, terminals, and plants as integrated systems.
Lifecycle of an asset at conceptual level: concept, design, construction, commissioning, operation, modification, and decommissioning.
Roles and responsibilities in operations:
Distinction between technical (engineering) roles and management/coordination roles.
Overview of key operational processes at awareness level:
Production operations, maintenance concepts, integrity management awareness, and shutdown/turnaround concepts (non-procedural).
Reliability, availability, and maintainability (RAM) at vocational awareness level; impact on production uptime and cost.
Interface between operations, projects, HSE, and commercial functions.

Module 3 – HSE, Risk Governance & Regulatory Awareness (Non-Engineering, Non-Legal)

Foundations of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) management in high-hazard industries at conceptual level.
Risk management awareness:
Hazard identification and high-level risk concepts; the role of barriers, controls, and safety culture, without technical risk modelling.
Safety case / major hazard report awareness (where applicable) at a non-authoring level.
Environmental and social performance awareness:
Emissions awareness, spills and discharges awareness, community and stakeholder expectations.
Regulatory frameworks at non-legal level:
Recognition that national regulators, standards, and permits govern operations; emphasis on compliance with internal procedures and legal advice rather than interpretation.
Governance and reporting:
Supporting HSE documentation, incident reporting workflows, audits (as non-lead participants), and performance dashboards.

Module 4 – Projects, Contracts, Supply Chain & Logistics in Oil & Gas

Characteristics of oil and gas projects: high capital intensity, long timelines, multiple partners, and complex risk profiles.
Project phases at awareness level:
Concept selection, FEED awareness, detailed design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover to operations.
Introduction to project governance and stage-gate concepts (non-engineering).
Contracts and commercial frameworks at conceptual level:
EPC, EPCM, service and maintenance contracts, drilling and service contracts awareness (non-legal).
Supply chain and procurement in oil and gas:
Supplier qualification, tendering awareness, local content considerations at conceptual level.
Logistics and materials management awareness:
Onshore and offshore logistics, warehousing, spares, and critical equipment handling at a management-support level.

Module 5 – Petroleum Economics, Finance & Portfolio Strategy (Conceptual Level)

Basic concepts of petroleum economics at non-quantitative level:
Capital expenditure (CAPEX), operating expenditure (OPEX), production profiles awareness, and project cash flows.
High-level understanding of economic indicators:
Payback awareness, NPV and IRR concepts (without detailed modelling).
Overview of fiscal regimes and host government arrangements at conceptual level:
Royalties, taxes, production sharing arrangements, concessions awareness (non-legal, non-advisory).
The role of reserves and resources classification at awareness level in valuation and reporting.
Portfolio management awareness:
Balancing exploration, development, mature assets, and divestments; aligning capital allocation with strategy.
Price volatility and scenario thinking at high level; importance of cost discipline and resilience.

Module 6 – ESG, Energy Transition, Digitalisation & Future Skills

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) expectations in oil and gas at awareness level:
Climate-related expectations, social licence to operate, transparency, and governance practices.
Energy transition awareness:
Evolving policies, decarbonisation drivers, and implications for hydrocarbon portfolios, gas/LNG, and low-carbon initiatives at conceptual level.
Role of digital technologies in oil and gas management:
Data platforms, remote monitoring, predictive maintenance awareness, and integrated planning tools.
Workforce and skills of the future:
Multi-disciplinary collaboration, systems thinking, stakeholder engagement, and change management capabilities.
Professional ethics and responsible leadership in oil and gas management:
Balancing safety, compliance, commercial performance, and long-term sustainability considerations.

Awarding Body

Whitestone International College of Innovation

United Kingdom

Qualification Type

International Diploma – Vocational Qualification

(Industry-aligned qualification issued by Whitestone International College of Innovation, UK)

Assessment & Certification

Assessment Methods Include:

Written assignments on industry structure, operations and asset management awareness, HSE and risk governance, projects and supply chain, petroleum economics, and ESG/transition themes.
Practical/structured tasks such as process mapping at conceptual level, stakeholder mapping, basic economic and risk commentaries, and management briefing notes.
Scenario-based exercises requiring learners to analyse oil and gas management situations and propose structured, non-technical responses within their role.
Reflective pieces on professional responsibility, safety culture, ethics, and long-term thinking in oil and gas management.
Final Capstone Project: Integrated Oil & Gas Asset / Business Management Plan, with a structured report and/or presentation.

To obtain the diploma, learners must successfully complete all module assessments and the capstone project in line with Whitestone’s academic standards.

Certification:

On successful completion, participants will be awarded:

Whitestone International Diploma in Oil & Gas Management Issued by Whitestone International College of Innovation, United Kingdom

Benefits of Attending

Provides a robust, practice-based foundation in oil and gas management for those entering or progressing within the sector.
Equips learners to support operations, HSE governance, projects, supply chain, and commercial decision-making, always within defined boundaries and in coordination with specialists.
Enhances employability in roles such as Oil & Gas Management Trainee, Operations/Asset Coordinator, HSE & Risk Governance Support (non-engineering), Project and Contracts Coordinator, Supply Chain/Logistics Coordinator (Energy), or Commercial Analyst (junior).
Helps organisations strengthen management capacity, cross-functional understanding, and structured decision support in oil and gas business units.
Creates a solid platform for further study in Energy Management, Petroleum Engineering Management, Project Management, Supply Chain, or Business Administration, subject to institutional entry requirements.

Industry Alignment

The programme reflects widely recognised principles of responsible oil and gas management, including:

Emphasis on safety, environmental responsibility, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement alongside commercial performance.
Focus on integrated value-chain thinking, from field to market, and on lifecycle management of assets.
Recognition that the oil and gas sector operates within evolving ESG expectations and the broader energy transition, requiring adaptable, ethical managers.

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Industry-focused programmes with global standards.
Practical skills for real-world success.
Academic excellence with career-ready outcomes.

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Progression & Academic Pathways

Graduates of the Whitestone International Diploma in Oil & Gas Management may:

Progress to higher-level diplomas or degrees in Energy Management, Petroleum Business, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, or MBA programmes, subject to entry criteria.
Enhance their suitability for management-support and coordination roles in oil and gas companies, service providers, regulators (support functions), and energy-sector consultancies.
Use this diploma as a structured foundation for selected industry certifications and professional memberships, where they meet the relevant body’s requirements.

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