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Community & Stakeholder Engagement

Sydney - 18 - 19 April 2012
Canberra - 14 - 15 August 2012
A course designed to help organisations refine their community & stakeholder engagement processes, and improve skills in communication, facilitation, planning & conflict management.

Steam Coal Pricing Masterclass

Venue & Dates TBA
A 3-day course covering theoretical & practical aspects of setting, adjusting & interpreting steam coal prices, shipping rates & standard contract provisions under long-term coal supply contracts, along with tools for managing coal price risk

Bulk Materials Handling Fundamentals

Brisbane - 10 - 11 July 2012, Perth - TBA
2 day training in the technical aspects of the design, implementation, operation of bulk handling installations & how to diagnose & alleviate typical problems that occur

Preventing Failures of Pressure Vessels

Venue & Dates TBA
Comprehensive training using case studies to review pressure vessel & piping integrity management best practice to prevent future failures on plant operations

Exploration, Mining & Processing Fundamentals

Melbourne - 29 - 30 March 2012
Brisbane - 26 - 27 April
Perth - 26 - 27 July 2012
Adelaide - 18 - 19 October 2012
Sydney - 8 - 9 November 2012
Brisbane - 8 - 9 November 2012
Perth - 3 - 4 December 2012
A comprehensive 2 day course teaching the technical fundamentals of exploration, geology, mining methods & production for industry newcomers

Petroleum Economics & Finance Masterclass

2 day course analysing various economic yardsticks, equity markets & emerging economies to help weigh risk & uncertainty for evaluating & choosing optimal investment opportunities

Legislation & Case Law - Defined & Interpreted

This course demystifies the history & practice of law making, statutes, case law & legislation & makes it relevant to business professionals

Business Process Improvement

A comprehensive examination of the underlying principles of process improvement & the various process improvement methodologies Participants will learn how to use the different methodologies, assess the benefits to their organisation & various implementation considerations

Valuation Masterclass

Training in juxtaposing the price or cost of a business decision & its value. Provide the decisionmaking process with clarity

Iron Ore Beneficiation & Processing Fundamentals

Sydney - 21 September 2012
Perth - 29 August 2012
Adelaide - 9 August 2012
An overview of the properties of hematite & magnetite, their processing requirements, & what makes them a saleable iron ore that’s of market quality & meets customer requirements

Contract Law Fundamentals for Non - Lawyers

Adelaide - 25 - 26 June 2012
Melbourne - 11 - 12 October 2012
Sydney - 29 - 30 October 2012
Brisbane - 5 - 6 November 2012
Perth - 19 - 20 November 2012
Adelaide - 3 - 4 December 2012
Melbourne - 22 - 23 March 2012
Sydney - 30 April – 1 May 2012
Brisbane - 4 - 5 June 2012
Perth - 18 - 19 June 2012
A comprehensive yet compact 2 day course demystifying key elements of contract law & contractual obligations to protect your interests, assist contract negotiation & drafting & avoid disputes

Contract Law Masterclass For Non-Lawyers

Perth - 22 - 23 February 2012
Melbourne - 26 - 27 March 2012
Sydney - 2 – 3 May 2012
Brisbane - 6 - 7 June 2012
Perth - 20 - 21 June 2012
Adelaide - 27 - 28 June 2012
Melbourne - 15 - 16 October 2012
Sydney - 31 October - 1 November 2012
Brisbane - 7 - 8 November 2012
Perth - 21 - 22 November 2012
Adelaide - 5 - 6 December 2012
Examining advanced elements of contract law & contractual obligations to manage risk, systematically audit contracts & improve dispute resolution methods

Preventing Major Asset Failures

Brisbane - 22 - 23 February 2012
Perth - 20 - 21 August 2012
An intensive 2 day course examining structural intricacies of large, complex machines, the interaction between the mechanical, electrical, control & structural systems, & strategies for avoiding failures through design, monitoring & control – to maximise productive life

Contract Law Advanced Masterclass for Non-Lawyers

Brisbane - 8 - 9 March 2012
Melbourne - 28 - 29 March 2012
Sydney - 30 - 31 May 2012
Perth - 14 - 15 June 2012
Adelaide - 2 - 3 July 2012
Brisbane - 30 - 31 July 2012
Melbourne - 17 - 18 October 2012
Brisbane - 12 - 13 November 2012
Perth - 26 - 27 November 2012
Sydney - 3 - 4 December 2012
Adelaide - 10 - 11 December 2012
Master your contract interpretation & drafting skills through this advanced training designed to extract, discuss & interpret the real intent behind ambiguous clauses, terms & conditions

Mineral Economics & Finance Fundamentals

Perth - 1 - 2 March 2012
A practical & comprehensive introduction to accounting & financial decision making in the mining industry designed to enable technically trained employees to evaluate project investment decisions, build effective financial models & communicate effectively with the finance professionals

Shipping, Ports & Maritime Fundamentals

Perth - 1 -2 March 2012
Brisbane - 14 - 15 June 2012
Sydney - 25 - 26 July 2012
Melbourne - 24 - 25 October 2012
A comprehensive introduction to the commercial, technical & legal environment in which the Australian ports & the global shipping industry functions

Financial Modelling Fundamentals

Brisbane - 20 - 21 March 2012
Learn to create professional models via a worked example that teaches how to incorporate & structure reams of information, what to analyse & how to display the results via charts, data tables & conditional formatting

Tender Preparation & Evaluation Masterclass

Melbourne - 7 - 8 March 2012
Brisbane - 1 - 2 May 2012
Perth - 19 - 20 June 2012
Sydney - 1 - 2 September 2012
A 2 day course illustrating a systematic method for attracting accurate, quality proposals & robust evaluation techniques that maximise tendering business leverage A comprehensive overview of the tender process.

Shale Gas - Reservoir Evaluation Fundamentals

Perth - 15 - 16 March 2012
Brisbane - 12 - 13 March 2012
This course will provide all stakeholders in the natural gas industry with a comprehensive introduction to the key exploration, development & optimisation concepts required to promote shale gas development in Australia

Australian IFRS in 2012

Sydney - 15 - 16 March 2012
Perth - 22 - 23 March 2012
This course examines all the main accounting standards, concentrating on the major changes from 2010 onwards. Case studies, real financial statements & extracts from AIFRS are used to address practical problems encountered

Ports & Harbour Designs & Expansions

Brisbane - 19 - 20 March 2012
Perth - 9 - 16 July 2012
Mackay - 12 - 13 November 2012
An intensive 2 day course providing a solid grounding in the technologies, concepts, & methods used in the planning, design & construction of port & harbour facilities

Contract Administration Fundamentals

Adelaide - 19 - 20 March 2012
Brisbane - 7 - 8 May 2012
Perth - 21 - 22 May 2012
Melbourne - 21 - 22 May 2012
Sydney- 18 - 19 June 2012
Perth - 24 - 25 September 2012
Adelaide - 29 - 30 October 2012
Brisbane - 19 - 20 November 2012
Melbourne - 12 - 13 November 2012
Sydney - 3 - 4 December 2012
A combination of theory, best practices & expert practical instruction examining contract planning, reporting, the claims & variations processes coupled with useful tools & systems to streamline the role of contract administration.

Contract Specifications & KPIs

Brisbane - 19 - 20 March 2012
Brisbane - 16 - 17 April 2012
This 2 day intensive course gives you the key tools, with practical application, so that quotations are accurate, differing interpretations are few, management can be efficient & performance is driven to the right result

LNG Fundamentals

Perth - 20 - 22 March 2012
Perth - 25 - 27 June 2012
Perth - 28 - 30 November 2012
Brisbane - 10 - 12 July 2012
A comprehensive 3 day course designed for newcomers to LNG examining fundamental technical & economic factors behind the development of natural gas reserves through an integrated LNG project.

Contract Drafting & Negotiation Fundamentals

Adelaide - 21 - 22 March 2012
Brisbane - 9 - 10 May 2012
Melbourne - 23 - 24 May 2012
Perth - 23 - 24 May 2012
Sydney - 20 - 21 June 2012
Perth - 26 - 27 September 2012
Adelaide - 31 October - 1 November 2012
Melbourne - 14 - 15 November 2012
Brisbane - 21 - 22 November 2012
Sydney - 5 - 6 December 2012
Learn the tools, techniques & methodologies needed to become a competent contract writer & negotiator.

Contract Scorecard - Designing an Outcomes Based Contract

Brisbane - 21 - 22 March 2012
Melbourne - Perth - Sydney - Venue & Dates TBA
An upfront investment in your contracts from a commercial rather than legal perspective is probably the single most influential activity you can undertake; to ensure your contracts have clear business goals as the focus of the deal. This course is the first step in that investment

Contract Drafting, Management & Strategy Masterclass

Adelaide - 26 - 27 March 2012
Brisbane - 14 - 15 May 2012
Melbourne - 28 - 29 May 2012
Perth - 12 - 13 June 2012
Sydney - 25 - 26 June 2012
Perth - 22 - 23 October 2012
Adelaide - 5 - 6 November 2012
Brisbane - 26 - 27 November 2012
Melbourne - 28 - 29 November 2012
Sydney - 10 - 11 December 2012
Developing a robust tendering & contract management framework for the design & delivery of capital works projects

Maritime Law & Practice - For Non-Lawyers

Melbourne - 27 - 28 March 2012
Brisbane - 31 October - 1 November 2012
Sydney - 4 - 5 December 2012
A comprehensive introduction to maritime & shipping law for non-lawyers, fundamental considerations in managing, conducting & regulating the shipping industry, the law of the sea, international trade by sea & the consequences of breakdown & dispute in these areas

LNG Project Evaluation

Perth - 27 - 28 March 2012
Brisbane - 17 - 18 July 2012
This two day intensive course provides the necessary insight into how LNG projects are financially evaluated. Receive a complete range of tools and models to enable the evaluation of your own project

Australian Gas Markets Fundamentals

Brisbane - 28 March 2012
Melbourne - 1 May 2012
Sydney - 17 October 2012
A comprehensive introduction to the Australian gas industry covering the major elements of the gas supply chain – upstream, gas transportation & operation of the wholesale & retail downstream gas market

Coal Industry & Market Fundamentals Masterclass

Sydney - 2 - 3 April 2012
Brisbane - 13 - 14 June 2012
Sydney - 8 - 9 October 2012
A 2 day training course designed to provide a comprehensive analysis of all aspects of the coal chain – A time efficient way to gain knowledge that will aid your development in the coal industry

Financial & Accounting Fundamentals - For Non-Finance Professionals

Perth - 26 - 27 April 2012
Sydney - 23 - 24 April 2012
Melbourne - 2 - 3 July 2012
Brisbane - 24 - 25 July 2012
This 2 day financial management course is a must for those needing a clear understanding of financial management information so they can interpret it & make business decisions with confidence

Coal Seam Gas Fundamentals

Brisbane - 11 April 2012
A comprehensive course reviewing the fundamentals of CSM & the data, procedures, risks & methodologies required to book CSM reserves.

Shale Gas - A Technical & Commercial Bridging Course

Brisbane - 12 April 2012
Adelaide - 13 April 2012
Comprehensive training reviewing the fundamentals of shale gas: history, analogy, production, prediction, & methodologies. Examine the unique challenges compared to conventional gas/CBM & of the data, risks, & methods required to convert resources into reserves

Finance & Accounting Fundamentals in Resources

Brisbane - 16 - 17 April 2012
Perth - 27 - 28 June 2012
Adelaide - 4 - 5 July 2012
Sydney - 27 - 28 August 2012
If your role requires you to manage assets, analyse investment proposals, read financial statements and prepare budgets, then this course will provide the essential skills you need

Incident Investigation Masterclass

Perth - 23 - 24 April 2012
Combining rigorous analysis, rational thinking & Emotional Intelligence in the pursuit of excellent leadership in industrial incident prevention

Maintenance Planning Mastery

Perth - 26 - 27 April 2012
Brisbane - 18 - 19 July 2012
Sydney - 24 - 25 October 2012
This unique course provides insights, ideas, tips and tools for use in the maintenance planning environment. It is designed for planners looking to improve their quality, productivity and efficiency, & is developed by an asset management practitioner

FPSO/Floating Production Technology

Perth - 30 April - 1 May 2012
This 2 day training course examines key components of floating production systems including FPSO design, system & safety requirements, field layouts, operational practicalities, subsea systems & topsides processing

Leadership for Women in Government

Canberra - 1 - 2 May 2012
This course DOES sell out so book now to secure your place! Skills for self management, decision making & career progression in times of change

Coal Fundamentals

Sydney - 1 May 2012
Brisbane - 20 November 2012
A comprehensive course communicating the fundamentals of coal exploration, geology, mining methods & production for industry newcomers

Deepwater Drilling & Production

Perth - 2 - 4 May 2012
A 3 day training course bridging the knowledge gap between rigs, drilling, production, field development & associated systems & technologies for engineers & industry newcomers

Tender Writing Masterclass

Perth - 2 - 3 May 2012
Adelaide - 14 - 15 May 2012
Brisbane - 17 - 18 May 2012
Melbourne - 25 - 26 November 2012
Sydney - 1 - 2 November 2012
This highly practical course provides advanced insights in tender writing. The course reveals unique understanding of both sides of the tender transaction to sharpen the strategies & performance of even the most seasoned tender professional.

Excel Fundamentals

Sydney - 2 May 2012
Melbourne - 28 May 2012
Increase proficiency & efficiency & produce more detailed & comprehensive analysis in a multitude of business applications

Leadership for Women

Brisbane - 3 - 4 May 2012
Brisbane - 3 - 4 December 2012
Sydney - 26 - 27 June 2012
Perth - 14 - 15 August 2012
Melbourne - 30 - 31 August 2012
Streamline your career progression by developing key skills in professional assertiveness & delivery, self management, delegation, coaching, mentoring & empowerment.

Leadership Masterclass for Women in Government

Canberra - 3 May 2012
A unique 1-day experience for women who have participated in IIR Executive Development’s Leadership for Women in Government course & want to build on that learning to become leaders who transform their teams & working environments

Excel Masterclass

Sydney - 3 May 2012
Melbourne - 29 May 2012
A practical advanced course covering a range of advanced Excel based tools & techniques for analysing & manipulating financial information

Transfer Chute Design Fundamentals

Perth - 11 June 2012
Adelaide - 7 May 2012
Brisbane - 6 August 2012
1 day training course in the basic technical aspects of the design of bulk materials transfer chutes & typical problems that occur, with guidance for problem solving & case histories

FLNG Fundamentals

Perth - 7 May 2012
A 1 day briefing examining the technical & operational components required to establish a Floating Liquefied Natural Gas system & an evaluation of current global projects

Contracting Structures & Project Delivery

Brisbane - 8 May 2012
Perth - 21 June 2012
A 1 day course demystifying complex project contracts & focusing on what you need for your project to be successful including market analysis, clarifying desired results, the financial options & relevant risks – all to help you design the contract that will deliver

Natural Gas Processing

Perth - 10 - 11 May 2012
A 2-day course examining all of the aspects & procedures involved with refining & purifying natural gas to suit customer requirements, with a particular look at the equipment/technology, plant design/operation & safety considerations

Shutdown Planning & Management

Brisbane - 14 - 15 May 2012, Sydney - 16 - 17 August 2012, Perth - 6 -7 September 2012
An intensive 2 day case study analysis examining the tools, methodologies, best practices, trouble shooting & lessons learnt in shutdowns from a variety of industries including mining, mobile fleets, power generation, brewing, cement & smelters

Developing a Clinical Governance Framework - for Healthcare Providers

Melbourne - 15 - 16 May 2012
Sydney - 20 - 21 November 2012
Develop your understanding of clinical governance & its various components including a range of quality improvement & risk management theories & strategies

Contract Risk Management

Brisbane - 16 - 17 May 2012
Melbourne - 30 - 31 May 2012
Perth - 15 - 16 October 2012
Sydney - 12 - 13 December 2012
A comprehensive course in contracting excellence, providing practical & efficient risk management processes that can be applied throughout the contract/project cycle to add value & improve performance

Maintenance Contract Management

Brisbane - 17 - 18 May 2012
Brisbane - 17 - 18 May 2012, Sydney - 13 - 14 August 2012, Perth - 3 - 4 September 2012
Sydney - 13 - 14 August 2012
Perth - 3 - 4 September 2012
Examining legal complexities, contract management fundamentals, negotiation techniques & maintenance contract best practices

Electricity Supply, Quality & Reliability Fundamentals

Brisbane - 21 May 2012
This 1 day course examines electrical energy supply systems, including generation, transmission, distribution, supply reliability, tariff breakdowns, demand management, renewable energy in the grid & “Smart Grids”.

Contract Design, Structure & Strategy

Brisbane - 21 - 22 May 2012
Perth - 11 - 12 June 2012
Sydney - 25 - 26 June 2012
Melbourne Dates TBA
Leading organisations are continuously updating & evolving their contracts & contracting practices. This course on best practices gathered from over 100 organisations & years of research pinpoint where the gaps are in your organisation’s approach & what you can do about it

Contract Management & Governance

Brisbane - 23 - 24 May 2012
Perth - 13 - 14 June 2012
Sydney - 27 - 28 June 2012
Melbourne Dates TBA
This training course is designed to provide those responsible for one or more aspects of contract management with an in-depth understanding of the contracting process, how to effectively manage contracts, & how to derive the most value out of them

Basel III & Regulation Post GFC

Sydney - 24 - 25 May 2012
This course provides a thorough examination of the BIS new international Basel III regulatory framework. Learn what reporting requirements are needed to meet Basel III & review how to meet these requirements taking in liquidity risk, counterparty risk & wrong way risk. Explore net stable funding ratios & other important requirements of Basel III

Subsea Engineering

Perth - 13 - 14 June 2012
An intensive 2 day course examining the engineering behind the design & operation of subsea production systems including subsea Xmas tree & subsea production controls hardware, manifolds, umbilicals & an overview of key flowline & pipeline design issues.

Transfer Chute Design Engineering

Brisbane - 20 - 21 June 2012, Perth - 4 - 5 July 2012
This course outlines a step-by-step approach to designing transfers that should eliminate common pitfalls & ensure a predictable design outcome. It also gives a practical guide to solving transfer chute problems encountered at existing operations

Human Factors and Error Management

Brisbane - 21 - 22 June 2012
Perth - 11 - 12 October 2012
By examining thought provoking accident case studies, participants will gain a good understanding of those factors that influence human error & practical strategies for making systems more error tolerant, thereby improving workplace safety & efficiency.

Asian Steam Coal Pricing Masterclass

Sydney - 26 June 2012
How Australian coal suppliers can better position themselves in SE Asia. A 3-day course covering theoretical & practical aspects of setting, adjusting & interpreting steam coal prices, shipping rates & standard contract provisions under long-term coal supply contracts, along with tools for managing coal price risk

Retaining Employees in a Culture of High Turnover

Brisbane - 27 - 28 June 2012
A practical workshop that will show you proven techniques that will have you well on the way to creating a low turnover organisation – without spending a lot of money

Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) Fundamentals

Sydney - 16 - 17 July 2012
A comprehensive 2 day introduction to establishment & operation of a VTS system, legal implications & related International Maritime Organisation recommendations & International Association of Marine Aids and Lighthouse Authorities guidelines

Communication & Negotiation for Women

Brisbane - 23- 24 August 2012
Melbourne - 25 - 26 July 2012
A refreshing 2 day course providing clarity in your role as a communicator, influencer & decision maker. Discover how your personal communication style & preferences affect what you do, how to use this knowledge to impact others.

Bridge Inspections, Repairs & Maintenance

Sydney - 23 - 25 July 2012
Melbourne - 27 - 29 November 2012
Perth - 3 - 5 December 2012
This 2 day training course will examine various types of bridge inspections, methods of defect treatments ranging from simple repairs to large rehabilitation, the use of different materials & emergency bridging. Supplement your learning with a 1 day site visit

Metallurgy Fundamentals

Perth - 26 - 27 July 2012
A comprehensive basic guide to metallurgy for engineers which demystifies the subject & provides an understanding of how metallurgy directly relates to the mechanical properties of industrial components.

Preventing Wear & Corrosion

Perth - 30 - 31 July 2012
A comprehensive guide for engineers examining wear & corrosion processes & the surface treatments & coatings used to resist them Gain a practical working knowledge of surface engineering technologies – what they are, how they are applied, where they are used & how they perform

Indigenous Agreement Making

Perth - 31 July - 1 August 2012, Brisbane - 26 - 27 November 2012
Substandard management of native title & Indigenous cultural heritage issues compromises a company’s social license to operate & poses cost & time constraints to major project approvals. Learn strategies to de-risk & de-mystify Indigenous engagement & negotiation process

Solid Liquid Separation & Filtration Fundamentals

Brisbane - 2 - 3 August 2012
Venue & Dates TBA
Perth - 16 - 17 October 2012
A 2 day course providing process engineers & metallurgists with the knowledge to ensure a systematic approach to filtration & separation process selection, installation & operation

Designing Integrated HSE Management Systems

Brisbane - 2 - 3 August 2012
Through interactive activities & applied case studies, learn to utilise HSE management best practice as a currency not a cost, & integrate risk management systems into core business activities

Iron & Steel Making Fundamentals

Perth - 27 - 28 August 2012
Adelaide - 7 - 8 August 2012
Sydney - 17 - 18 September 2012
A comprehensive introduction to the technical & operational aspects of the process steps involved in the manufacture of iron & steel products with emphasis on the impact of raw material characteristics

Confidence & Assertiveness for Women

Brisbane - 13 - 14 August 2012
Sydney - 15 - 16 October 2012
Melbourne - 5 - 6 December 2012
New Course Design - For women who want more authority, recognition & respect at work

Shipbroking & Chartering Fundamentals

Brisbane - 21 - 22 August 2012
Melbourne - 27 - 28 August 2012
Sydney - 16 - 17 October 2012
A comprehensive overview of the components & dynamics of ship broking & chartering, clarifying many of the misconceptions that surround it Gain key insights, tools & tricks of the trade firsthand from an industry expert

Tailings Disposal Best Practices

Brisbane - 28 - 29 August 2012, Perth - 6 -7 September 2012
This course evaluates fundamental drivers & variables in the design, construction, operation, maintenance & failures of tailings disposal operations around the world, & teaches how to recognise aspects that can be replicated & benchmarked against

Coal Geology Fundamentals

Brisbane - 3 September 2012
This practical coal geology training is to help those in the CSG, financial, coal & petroleum industries understand their coal based play/resource & what drives the success or failure of many projects

Advanced Corporate Credit Analysis

3 - 5 September 2012 - Sydney
NEW COURSE - A complete market-focused guide to the practicalities of corporate credit analysis

Coal Seam Drilling Masterclass

Brisbane - 4 - 5 September 2012
A 2 day examination of the complex practicalities of coal seam gas drilling with emphasis on advanced directional techniques, with expert insights into tackling unique technical challenges in Australian coal beds

Bulk Handling Problem Solving

Brisbane - 13 - 14 September 2012, Perth - 17 - 18 September 2012
Intensive training for effective design & troubleshooting for handling bulk solids in silos, stockpiles, feeders & transfer chutes – strategies for alleviating costly flow problems, proven techniques to design equipment to improve efficiency, safely & reliably from the start

4G Wireless Fundamentals

Sydney - 18 September 2012
This unique 1 day course defines & compares the various 4G Wireless Broadband technologies & demystifies the myths & confusion surrounding this much-misused terminology

Wireless Broadband Masterclass

Sydney - 10 - 11 October 2012
What every decision maker should know about Wireless Broadband & its impact on the NBN

Effective Policy Analysis & Development Masterclass

Canberra - 15 - 16 October 2012
A comprehensive overview of strategies used to perform effective policy analysis. The course also explores approaches to developing sound policy options, & how to present persuasive policy advice

CSG Fundamentals

Perth - 22 - 23 October 2012
Brisbane - 15 - 16 October 2012
Comprehensive training reviewing the fundamentals of Coal Seam Gas (CSG) & the data, procedures, risks & methodologies required to develop a CSG resource to production

Oil, Gas & LNG Pricing & Risk Management

Perth - 15 - 16 October 2012
A comprehensive 2–day course on the pricing mechanisms for oil, natural gas & LNG in the spot & futures markets. Plus: the role of hedging & speculation in mitigating financial risk, & the impact of higher oil & gas prices

Business Development Skills - for Technical Professionals

Brisbane - 15 October 2012
Perth - 1 November 2012
Equipping people in technical fields with the tools & techniques to build business, win bids/clients & improve their commercial acumen

Effective Program Evaluation in Government - Masterclass

Canberra - 18 - 19 October 2012
Evaluation research skills for government program administrators, policy developers, advisors & analysts Drawing on state-of-the-art methods for evaluation research, this course gives participants the knowledge & tools needed to effectively commission & conduct program evaluations

IT and NBN Fundamentals

Melbourne - 8 - 9 November 2012
A concise examination of broadband technology & architecture focusing on the techno-economics of network deployment & its suitability to Australia’s unique demographic & geographical challenges

Australian Gas Markets - Highlighting WA

Perth - 21 - 22 November 2012
A comprehensive introduction to the Australian gas industry with a focus on the WA market – the major elements of the gas supply chain: upstream, gas transportation & operation of the wholesale & retail downstream gas market

Maintenance Planning & Scheduling Best Practice

Venue & Dates TBA
Learn how to develop & revise maintenance plans, plan & control maintenance work & ensure continuous operational improvement

Decision Making for Executives

Venue & Dates TBA
Reflect, analyse & build on your blend of skills: sensitivity, awareness, logic, critical thinking, creativity, analysis, empathy, assertiveness, information gathering as well as having good self esteem & well defined values

Charterparties Masterclass

Venue & Dates TBA
A 2-day course providing a comprehensive examination of the place, importance & legal understanding of charterparties, & their various types

Vessels A-Z for Offshore Field Developments

Dates & Venue TBA
A 2 day course examining the myriad of vessels & how they are used in petroleum exploration, production & operations, along with facilities & requirements for supply/support bases

Railway Earthing Fundamentals

Venue & Dates TBA
A 2 day course detailing the key system requirements & design parameters for those who have had little exposure to earthing in a rail environment

Rail Design Risk Management

Venue & Dates TBA
A 2-day introduction to the high level principles & formal methods of risk assessment & analysis in design, developed by engineers, & its application to design in the rail industry

Rail Safety - An Investigative Seminar

Venue & Dates TBA
This course teaches what you need to know & do to gain control of rail safety risks in your organisation. It ranges from understanding compliance to what industry best practice looks like, allowing you to determine where your organisation wants to be & how to achieve that

Rail Signalling & Control Fundamentals

Venue & Dates TBA
An entry-level training course for non-signal engineers introducing base system architecture for signal & train control systems: Work effectively with those who design signal systems to safely support an operation

Marketing Education

Venue & Dates TBA
A market based approach is increasingly relevant to universities & should perform a broader & more critical function in shaping their strategic direction. This 2 day course will provide participants an outstanding opportunity to gain both the theoretical & practical skills for the strategic marketing of their university from a recognised authority

Public Sector Boards

Dates & Venue TBA
Leading government organisations through the appointment of independent boards. A 2 day training course that focuses on public sector boards & examines their structures, purposes & differences & looks at how to select support & evaluate public sector boards

Public Sector Fundamentals - A bridging course in government systems, frameworks & processes

Venue & Dates TBA
De-mystify the government processes of bureaucracy & the administrative structures to increase your capacity to work with government & improve outcomes

Leadership Through Change & Uncertainty in Government

Venue & Dates TBA
Combine the learning of new skills with the growth of your own qualities of authenticity, tolerance, confidence & character to optimise the performance of others. Build more rewarding relationships, stronger teams & more resilient & harmonious departments & organisations

Strategic Change Management in Government Masterclass

Canberra - 22 - 23 October 2012
Drawing on state-of-the-art theory & practice of change management to produce insights & tools to effectively plan & implement change efforts in today’s environment of turbulence & “change fatigue”

Maritime/Border Security

Venue & Dates TBA
1 day’s training in the national & international regulatory environment for maritime security & recent changes in international ship regulation

Design Engineering Risk Analysis

Venue & Dates TBA
A 2 day introduction to the principles & formal methods of risk analysis developed by professional engineers over the last 50 years, for engineers involved in the design of industrial plant & infrastructure facilities

Fitness-for-Service Assessment

Venue & Dates TBA
This course presents a complete method for analysing, evaluating & monitoring pressurised equipment for streamlining operations & prolonging asset life. Examine how the disciplines of stress analysis, materials engineering & non-destructive evaluation interact & apply to API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 2007

Industrial Pumps - Intermediate Course

Venue & Dates TBA
For those who have a basic knowledge of pumps but would like to learn more & obtain comprehensive knowledge to understand the principles governing pump performance & calculate pump performance characteristics

Industrial Pumps Fundamentals

Venue & Dates TBA
For those who have little or no experience with pumps & want to obtain fundamental knowledge to understand pump performance, select the most appropriate pump for each requirement & distinguish between various pump characteristics

Negotiating Workplace Relations

Venue & Dates TBA
A pragmatic, non-legal methodology for finding common ground, fairness & flexibility

Operational Risk Assessment

Venue & Dates TBA
This course provides operations based personnel with the essential underpinning knowledge & practice to competently undertake hazard identification & risk assessment

Petroleum Fundamentals

Venue & Dates TBA
This 2 day course examines technical & commercial aspects of the petroleum business through all major stages in the life of an oil or gas field for non-technical executives & industry newcomers.

Vessels A-Z for Offshore Field Developments

Dates & Venue TBA
A 2 day course examining the myriad of vessels & how they are used in petroleum exploration, production & operations, along with facilities & requirements for supply/support bases

CSG Production & Completions

Venue & Dates TBA
A practical approach to CSG production & completions, determining the most appropriate method for producing CSG given the physical geo-reservoir constraints & commercial imperatives

Oil & Gas Project Economics

Venue & Dates TBA
An essential training course that creates a decision making framework for analysing, interpreting & evaluating the vast economic & risk parameters of oil & gas projects

Petroleum Geology for Non-Geologists

Venue & Dates TBA
Examining the foundations of applied petroleum geology – the principles, methods, risks & terminology employed during exploration, development & production of hydrocarbon reservoirs

Offshore Safety & Risk Management

Venue & Dates TBA
2 days of training on safety & risk fundamentals specific to the offshore environment for industry newcomers, non-safety personnel or those who require a refresher & update

Contract Negotiation Masterclass

Venue & Dates TBA
Mastering the strategy, communication & influence skills to take your contract negotiating ability to the next level – in both pre-contract & post-award phases of the contracting process

Maintenance Strategy Masterclass

Venue & Dates TBA
A must-attend for those with leadership responsibilities for the reliable performance of assets looking to improve strategic & risk focused performance of the maintenance function

Underground Gas Storage (UGS) Fundamentals

Venue & Dates TBA
This course examines the technical, commercial & regulatory factors that drive the development, operation & use of UGS to shape a competitive & efficient gas industry. This course does not address carbon sequestration

Petroleum Drilling Fundamentals

Venue & Dates TBA
This 2 day course examines the fundamentals of well design & execution of the drilling program. Subsurface uncertainty & its impact on risk in the drilling process is a key theme throughout

Oil & Gas Financial Accounting & Reporting

Venue & Dates TBA
A fundamental course designed for finance & accounting professionals needing to build knowledge & understanding around many of the unique financial accounting & management reporting issues affecting the petroleum industry

Gas Pipeline Economics

Venue & Dates TBA
This course will examine key planning & economic considerations when making critical decisions about pipeline investment, resource allocation, construction & operation

Offshore Topsides Processing

Dates & Venue TBA
This training will detail all the various components of topsides processing - their function, operation & equipment examples & how these are integrated in the layout on the facility deck

Gas Turbine Condition & Life Assessment

Dates & Venue TBA
A comprehensive examination of performing condition & life assessments for gas turbines aimed at improving gas turbine operational & maintenance practices, minimising the likelihood of failures, prolonging asset life & reducing maintenance costs

Competitive Electricity Industry Masterclass

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A 3 day advanced course for experienced Australian electricity industry professionals encompassing industry challenges & innovation opportunities, industry scorecard & future directions Those with more limited industry experience should first participate in the companion course on Australian Competitive Electricity Industry Fundamentals

Water Industry Fundamentals

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A comprehensive examination of current regulatory developments, industry structures & trends together with water system optimisation & planning, water recycling & treatment initiatives, capital works delivery & operations & maintenance

Competitive Electricity Industry Fundamentals

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An essential course on Australian electricity market design & performance, key issues, regulations, reforms & trading for those working within or alongside the industry needing to fast track their learning.

Power Plant Operations & Control Fundamentals

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This 2 day course is designed to assist operating, engineering & technical staff in effective day-to-day management of a power plant. It will examine power plant systems, with insight into preventing breakdowns, failures & cost overruns while maintaining maximum plant efficiency, availability & safety

Electricity Demand Side Engagement

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An essential & comprehensive course on demand side engagement in the Australian electricity industry, with a particular focus on the National Electricity Market

Renewable Energy Integration

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Essential training on renewable energy; covering the resources & technologies for its electricity generation & integration into the existing electricity industry. The course will discuss technical, economic, environmental & social aspects

Taking Control in a Crisis How it Really Works - in the Mining Industry

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A unique course designed to teach you how to manage & lead in times of crisis when all around you is chaos. When people look to you for answers, what do you do? How do you behave? How do you take control and lead?

Comminution Plants - Benchmarking & Troubleshooting

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This 1 day case study based course examines processes & equipment in a number of comminution plant situations determining what works, what doesn’t & where productivity & performance gains lie

Iron Ore Industry & Market Fundamentals

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Seize this training opportunity if you are a newcomer to iron ore to understand & gain insights into the full value chain of the iron ore industry – from mining to market end users

Mining Due Diligence & Evaluation

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Benefit from years of experience in technical review & risk evaluation of mining projects Learn how valuation can reduce risk, increase confidence & demonstrate the sensitivity to assumptions

Slurry Fundamentals - Mining and Industrial

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A 2 day course providing management, design & operational decision makers with the knowledge to ensure a systematic approach to slurry system design, operation, trouble shooting & optimisation

Sustainable Mining Fundamentals

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Sustainable Mining Fundamentals will focus on operational aspects of sustainability in mining

Taking Control in a Crisis - How it Really Works in the Energy Industry

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A unique course designed to teach you how to manage & lead in times of crisis when all around you is chaos. When people look to you for answers, what do you do? How do you behave? How do you take control and lead?

Mineral Project Economics

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An Excel-based introductory course on the fundamentals of finance & project evaluation for decision making in mineral exploration & mining

Taking Control in a Crisis How it Really Works - in the Mining Industry

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A unique course designed to teach you how to manage & lead in times of crisis when all around you is chaos. When people look to you for answers, what do you do? How do you behave? How do you take control and lead?

Contract Claims Assessment & Management

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This course will provide a comprehensive review of claims – how they can be identified, substantiated, managed & assessed in accordance with contract requirements & best practice to ensure pragmatic outcomes

Service Level Agreements

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An intensive 1 day course on designing an SLA that delivers quality-of-service from third-party providers & encourages performance, rewards service quality, & rectifies non-compliance

Winning Competitive Bids & Tenders

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A 2 day intensive course helping you get a good return from your (often substantial) investment in bidding against competitors. Smart bidding requires understanding the client’s needs (even if the client doesn’t), hitting the right “buttons” & knowing when to walk away

Business Continuity Audit

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A 1 day course examining the steps required to audit, review & benchmark a Business Continuity Management (BCM) process

Business Continuity for Industrial Organisations

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A 2 day course examining the steps required to develop & implement a robust, pragmatic business continuity management process, specifically focused on the key elements of a service organisation that need protection during a crisis

Business Continuity for Service Organisations

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A 2 day course examining the steps required to develop & implement a robust, pragmatic business continuity management process, specifically focused on the key elements of a service organisation that need protection during a crisis

Business Continuity Fundamentals

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A 1 day course examining the steps required to develop & implement a powerful, pragmatic business continuity management (BCM) process to protect an organisation during a crisis

Business Process Re-engineering

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An intensive course providing logical analysis of business processes coupled with techniques to restructure systems that drain organisational resources.

KPI Measurement & Optimisation

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An intensive course providing key insights & tools to structure management responsibilities into an accountable & systematic process - guiding decision-making, resource allocation & performance

Advanced Marketing Concepts

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A concise & comprehensive look at marketing tools, concepts & strategies for technical people with a basic grasp of marketing fundamentals, enabling managers to successfully market a company, or individual product/service as part of an integrated marketing campaign, with or without the input of a marketing team

How to Triple your Sales by Phonec

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This invaluable sales skills workshop teaches you the skills & techniques you will need on the telephone to get more leads, appointments & close more sales

Marketing Fundamentals

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An invaluable introduction to marketing for non-marketers, this course will teach technical people how to optimise their interaction with a marketing department, & feel confident in marketing their firm, product or service. It will enable those without a marketing role to take responsibility for this critical part of the business

Business to Business Pricing

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This 2 day training provides a comprehensive framework for assessing your organisation’s approach to pricing, with various case studies & encourages participants to identify the opportunities to drive revenue & profit growth

Balanced Scorecard - Planning & Mapping a Strategy

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An executive course exploring best practice risk analysis methods & governance frameworks & how to apply these best practices to any business or government organisation’s own Balanced Scorecard or similar strategy management framework

Business Boards - What Works & Why

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A comprehensive 2 day course examining the fundamentals of board business – as they relate to commercial operations

Mastering the Media Stakeholder

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An intensive 1 day course designed for anyone who relies on the media. Gain an inside understanding of what drives media decisions, how to manage media contact & how to minimise negative exposure.

Presenting to Boards

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The secrets of successful boardroom presentations: How to prepare & present effectively at the highest corporate level

Financial Modelling Masterclass

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A comprehensive 5 day introduction to building a range of models for analysts, finance specialists & managers across all industry sectors – harnessing Excel to structure, examine, evaluate & improve financial/investment decision making

Loan Documentation

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This 3 day intensive training course looks at the key issues surrounding loan documentation, the negotiation phase from a financier & borrower perspective & examines a wide variety of different securities & the legal challenges they present

Project Finance Masterclass

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A 3 day course enabling you to develop an optimal & watertight capital structure for investment evaluation & complete successful deals

Corporate Valuation Masterclass

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The centrepiece of all corporate decision making is the juxtaposition of the price or cost of that decision & its value. This course seeks to sift through the muddle & provide the corporate decision-making process with clarity, in a variety of specialised & straightforward situations/applications

Project Finance Mastery

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NEW COURSE CONCEPT & DESIGN - An all-inclusive MBA of project finance theory, modelling & practice

Basel III - Demystifying the New Regulatory Framework

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A thorough examination of the BIS new international regulatory framework for banks & its impact on bank capital, credit ratings, funding, securitisation & stress testing

How to Protect Foreign Investments

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This course is a fundamental grounding in the important field of foreign investment protection law It examines investment protection treaties to help you structure your investments against government interference

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