The Business and International Trade This course offers you a unique opportunity to delve into the dynamic world of global commerce. With international trade continuing to expand, the demand for skilled professionals in this field is at an all-time high. This course is designed to equip you with essential skills in areas such as international oil and gas trade, understanding economic factors, price risk hedging, and trading strategies. Our comprehensive online format enables you to gain invaluable insights into the complexities of international markets, enhancing your ability to navigate and succeed in this competitive sector. By enrolling on this course, you’ll position yourself at the forefront of a thriving industry, ready to seize new opportunities and drive global business success.
Business and International Trade
Energy
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand the fundamentals of international oil and gas trading.
- To analyse the economic factors affecting international trade.
- To apply strategies for effective price risk hedging.
- To explore the key principles of global trading markets.
- To assess the economic implications for trading decisions.
- To develop skills in analysing market trends for trading.
- To assess international trade regulations and compliance.
Table of Contents
UNIT 1. INTERNATIONAL OIL AND GAS TRADE
Market positions
Energy markets
The market during the COVID-19 pandemic
Qualities. Benchmarking
Price formulae
UNIT 2. ECONOMIC ASPECTS
The oil refining industry
Current situation and outlook for the industry
Supply to a refining system
Oil purchase contracts
Natural gas supply contracts
UNIT 3. PRICE RISK HEDGING
Derivative instruments
Futures markets
Options contract
Non-organised markets
Price coverage
UNIT 4. TRADING
Organisation of a trading department
The evolution of trading practices
Risk management
Price forecasting techniques
Courses in chartist and technical analysis
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