Petroleum Fiscal Regimes and Government Take
Course overview
This course examines how governments capture value from petroleum resources and how those fiscal choices affect investment. Delegates study royalties, production sharing, taxes, and bonuses, and learn to calculate government take under different regimes. The programme suits both government officials and company staff who must model and negotiate fiscal outcomes.
What you will gain
- Compare royalty, tax, and production sharing regimes
- Calculate government take and company share
- Explain the effect of fiscal terms on investment
- Model marginal and mature field economics
- Identify fiscal negotiation and design trade-offs
Who should attend
- Government and regulatory officials
- Commercial and fiscal analysts
- Negotiation and policy staff
- Finance professionals
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 to 14 Oct 2026 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | Book |
| 8 to 10 Feb 2027 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 14 to 16 Jun 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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