Financing of Energy Projects for Managers |Smart

Overview

Why Attend

This course offers a comprehensive and practical programme Financing of Energy Projects Training Course for Managers. The course offers professionals with the tools and strategies required to secure, structure and manage funding for energy initiatives. This course is likely to provide the necessary key knowledge across a comprehensive range of such critical topics related to energy project finance. It starts with the principles of project financing, having special attention to the energy sector dynamics, and provides deep insights into financial modelling for energy projects in terms of building and analysing models tailored to renewable and conventional energy projects.

A huge part of the course is risk assessment and mitigation covering how to assess project risks and practical solutions for them. Investment evaluation techniques necessary for project appraisal and economic feasibility studies, such as net present value, (NPV), internal rate of return (IRR), and payback period, are also covered by the course.

The enrolment will also include sources of funding and capital structuring while focusing on the roles of an equity investor, development banks, and a private lender. They will also learn about the legal and contractual frameworks which govern energy projects, i.e. power purchase agreements (PPAs), engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contracts, operation and maintenance (O&M) agreements.

The subject would tend to include regulatory frameworks and incentives from the government associated with renewable energy project financing. There will be case studies on public-private partnership (PPP) projects and international financing mechanisms, giving attendees a global perspective.

It is the empowerment of the manager to possess trendy knowledge with regards to financial planning, stakeholder management, and risk control in order to ensure successful implementation of energy projects.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Objective:

The objectives of Financing of Energy Projects Training Course are:

Evaluate the various methods of financing projects to make sound recommendationsManage Project Finance contractsManage the Costs of Finance and recommend appropriate methods of financeEvaluate energy projects and meet finance regulationsManage project risk effectivelyAppreciate the specificities of the accounting standards in the energy projectsUnderstand financial reporting requirements for the energy sector under IFRS and GAAPAnalyse the financial statements of his organisationUse the financial ratios to analyse the financial situationManage the cash and working capital effectivelyDefine fundamentals of cost analysis and capital budgetingDetermine the cost of capital to evaluate alternative sources of financingUse the techniques of investment AppraisalUnderstand the derivatives and types of option in the energy sectorWho Should Attend?

This training course is suitable for:

Finance managersProject managersThose with an interest in financial decision makingLine managers whose role involves making financial decisionsThose acting within budget constraintsBoard of Directors & Senior ManagementAccounting Department ManagersCorporate Accountants, Financial Controllers, and Treasury OfficersManagement AccountantsFinancial and Investment AnalystsJoint Venture Accountants and AuditorsExternal, Financial, and Internal AuditorsGovernment Regulators and AuditorsHow will attendees benefit?

Attendees of the Financing of Energy Projects Training Course for Managers will gain a range of practical and strategic benefits, including:

Knowledge of financial arrangements used in energy project development enables one to navigate complex financial environments with capability and confidence.This includes building and interpreting models for the financial assessment of investment and project viability.Stronger risk management skills enable them to identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks pertinent to energy projects.Knowledge of diverse financing structures and sources: private equity, debt financing, and government-backed programs.Familiarity with crucial contracting and legal frameworks will guarantee compliance and smooth interaction with all stakeholders.An insight into global best practice and international financing mechanisms allows for input in both local and international energy-related projects.Increased skills in project appraisal and feasibility analysis will ensure that the projects are economically viable before their implementation.Strategic skills for liaison and communication with stakeholders are a must for securing funding and sustaining partnerships.

By the end of this course, attendees will be equipped to manage, finance, and lead energy projects with an increased level of confidence and technical knowledge.

Course Outline

OVERVIEW OF ENERGY PROJECTS & TOOLS OF FINANCE

Definition of Energy Management Projects & the Objectives
The Nature of the Energy Projects and Renewable Energies
Finance for the Energy Projects: A Summary
Financial Decision-Making in the Energy Projects
The Business Environment

Business Objectives
Stakeholders
Corporate Governance

A Review of the Tools of Finance
Types of Financing Models in Energy Projects

ACCOUNTING ISSUES IN EXPLORATION & EVALUATION OF ENERGY PROJECTS

Accounting System and Principles
International Accounting Standards
Pre-Exploration Activities
Successful Efforts Method

Acquisition Costs
Exploration Costs (Drilling vs. Nondrilling)
Unproved vs. Proved Property
Development and Production Costs
Impairment

Full Cost Method
Revenue Recognition
IFRS within the Energy sector

BASICS OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT OF ENERGY PROJECTS

Objectives & Functions of Financial Management
Financial Arrangements: Details and Terminology
Short-term Financial Management:

Cash and Cash Equivalents
Short-Term Debts
Cash Management

Understanding Financial Statements

Profit and Loss Account (Income Statement)
Balance Sheet
Cash Flow Statement

The Term Structure of Interest Rates
External & Internal Financial Audit
Management Reports

Responsibility Reporting
Analysis of Variances

FINANCIAL ANALYSIS IN ENERGY PROJECTS

Fundamentals of Financial Analysis
Ratio Analysis
Measures of Operating & Financial Performance
Sensitivity and Risk Analysis
Tax Implications
Financial Annual Reports
Energy Audits

FINANCING ENERGY PROJECTS

Long-term Financial Resources

Risk assessment and management
Returns

Basic Types of Financing

Debt
Equity
Grants and Guarantees

Cash Management & Banking Facilities
Mergers and Acquisitions Practices Today
Project Financing/Shared Saving/Performance Contracting
Screening Energy Efficiency Projects Using Financial & Economic Rates of Return
Dividends and Share Repurchases Compared

CAPITAL BUDGETING OF ENERGY PROJECTS

Investment Proposals & Means of Project Evaluation
Estimating Cash Flows for Capital Budgeting
Cash Flows from Accounting Figures
Biases in Capital Budgeting
Options in Capital Budgeting
Risk Analysis and Capital Budgeting
Risk and Cost-Sharing Arrangements

Joint Ventures
Transfers of Interests or Risks
Production Sharing Contracts
Long-term Gas Contracts

FINANCIAL STRUCTURE COSTING OF ENERGY PROJECTS

Fundamentals of Cost Analysis
Cost of Capital
Cost of Debt
Cost of Equity
Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)
Equity and Commodity Risk
Optimal Capital Structure

ENERGY PROJECT VALUATION & INVESTMENT APPRAISAL

Why Firms Merge
Valuation Methods
Payback
Net Present Value (NPV) and Cash Flow
Return on Investment (ROI) and Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
Discounted Payback
Investment Need, Appraisal, and Criteria

Criteria
Energy Proposals vs Other Competitive Proposals
Investment Appraisal
Protecting Energy Investment

CAPITAL STRUCTURE OF ENERGY PROJECTS

Capital Structure Concept
Capital Expenditures
Capital Structure and Financial Distress
Agency Costs in Financial Distress
Causes of Financial Distress
Costs of Financial Distress
Design Aspects for Measures to Attract Privet Investment

THE ROLE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS OF ENERGY PROJECTS

Derivative Markets
Forward Contracts
Futures Contracts
Swap Contracts
Option Contracts
Types of Options
Risk Modification with Options

Schedule & Fees

2026 Schedule & Fees

4 - 8 Oct, 2026

English

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Oct, 2026

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

1 - 5 Nov, 2026

English

Per participant USD 2,900

1 - 5 Nov, 2026

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

2027 Schedule & Fees

3 - 7 Jan, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

3 - 7 Jan, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

31 Jan - 4 Feb, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

31 Jan - 4 Feb, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Apr, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Apr, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

2 - 6 May, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

2 - 6 May, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Jul, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

4 - 8 Jul, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

1 - 5 Aug, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

1 - 5 Aug, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

3 - 7 Oct, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

3 - 7 Oct, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

31 Oct - 4 Nov, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

31 Oct - 4 Nov, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900