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Oil, Gas and Energy Management OG-009

Refinery Operations and Management

An applied five-day programme focused specifically on Refinery Operations and Management.

Programme at a glance
ReferenceOG-009
Duration5 days
LevelProfessional
Learning topics20
KAIZEN EUROPEAN ACADEMY

Programme overview

This five-day Kaizen European Academy programme is dedicated specifically to Refinery Operations and Management. It develops practical capability in Downstream & Refining through structured explanation, applied tools, realistic scenarios and guided workshops. Participants move from core concepts to hands-on application, performance control and an implementation plan that can be transferred directly to their workplace.

What you will gain

Learning objectives

Explain the essential concepts, terminology and professional context of Refinery Operations and Management.

Apply the principal methods and tools used in Refinery Operations and Management.

Analyse realistic situations and make evidence-based decisions related to Refinery Operations and Management.

Evaluate performance, risk and control requirements in Refinery Operations and Management.

Develop a practical implementation or improvement plan for Refinery Operations and Management.

01 · Who Should Attend

Who Should Attend

Professionals, specialists, supervisors and managers whose responsibilities involve refinery operations and management or who need to build practical capability in this area.

02 · Programme Methodology

Programme Methodology

Instructor-led explanation, facilitated discussion, subject-specific case studies, practical templates, individual and group exercises, simulations or technical scenarios where appropriate, peer review and a final implementation workshop.

03 · Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Explain the essential concepts, terminology and professional context of Refinery Operations and Management. Apply the principal methods and tools used in Refinery Operations and Management. Analyse realistic situations and make evidence-based decisions related to Refinery Operations and Management. Evaluate performance, risk and control requirements in Refinery Operations and Management. Develop a practical implementation or improvement plan for Refinery Operations and Management.

04 · Prerequisites

Prerequisites

No formal prerequisite is required. Relevant professional experience is helpful; technical courses may assume basic familiarity with the operating environment.

Academic journey

Course Outline

A structured day-by-day learning agenda designed around practical application and progressive skill development.

Day
01
Module 1

Refinery Operations and Management: Foundations and Operating Context

Scope, terminology and professional context of Refinery Operations and Management

Current practices and emerging trends in Refinery Operations and Management

Roles, responsibilities and stakeholder expectations in Refinery Operations and Management

Diagnostic assessment of current Refinery Operations and Management practices

Day
02
Module 2

Core Methods and Tools for Downstream & Refining

Refining value chain

Crude properties

Distillation

Conversion processes

Day
03
Module 3

Applied Practice in Refinery Operations and Management

Hydrotreating

Blending

Product specifications

Utilities and offsites

Day
04
Module 4

Performance, Risk and Control in Refinery Operations and Management

Refinery economics

Margin drivers

Turnarounds

Process safety

Day
05
Module 5

Refinery Operations and Management: Integrated Workshop and Implementation

Asset reliability

Energy efficiency

Emissions management

Product logistics

KAIZEN EUROPEAN ACADEMY

What You Will Receive

01
Programme learning materials
02
Practical resources and templates where applicable
03
Kaizen completion certificate
04
Participant support throughout the learning week
Live learning calendar

Upcoming dates for this programme

Choose one of the next planned European dates, or create a private delivery around your own schedule.

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European training destinations

This programme can be scheduled across our European training destinations. Venue and trainer are confirmed separately for each session.

39cities
20countries

Final venue, dates and trainer are confirmed when the session is scheduled.