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QMS Audit and IFRS for Oil & Gas Industry

An Interactive 10-Day Training Course

QMS Audit and IFRS for Oil & Gas Industry

The Complete Guide to Auditing both Quality Management & Financial Standards in Oil & Gas

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Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
27 Jul - 07 Aug 2026 Dubai $ 11,900
02 - 13 Nov 2026 Dubai $ 11,900
14 - 25 Dec 2026 London $ 11,900
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
02 - 13 Nov 2026 Online $ 7,900

Course Summary

Today, in the oil and gas industry there is an increased need for performance measurement, auditing, and reporting that integrates quality, environmental, and health and safety considerations with financial accountability. This training course develops an essential understanding of oil and gas accounting, reporting, performance measurement issues, and practice while providing a detailed understanding of how to undertake system audits of both supplier companies and the learner’s own organisation. The QMS Audit and IFRS for Oil & Gas Industry training course emphasises audit results that assist organisations in improving performance across quality, environment, and safety domains and enhancing profitability.

Participants will explore how auditing quality management systems and interpreting financial reporting standards can strengthen organisational decision-making, regulatory compliance, and performance measurement in complex upstream, midstream, and downstream operations. The training course combines practical audit planning, reporting techniques, and industry-specific IFRS application to equip professionals with the tools to drive continuous improvement and sustain competitive advantage. The QMS Audit and IFRS for Oil & Gas Industry training course is designed for professionals seeking to integrate quality auditing with financial reporting excellence in the oil & gas context.

Skills & Competencies

From this QMS Audit and IFRS for Oil & Gas Industry training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • Integrated quality and audit capability
  • IFRS application in oil & gas reporting
  • Performance measurement expertise
  • Audit planning and reporting proficiency
  • Regulatory compliance understanding
  • Decision support through financial and audit insight

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of QMS Audit and IFRS for Oil & Gas Industry training course, you will learn to:

  • Understand accounting standards and practices relevant to the oil and gas industry.
  • Examine joint venture accounting issues and guidelines.
  • Identify and apply international accounting standards most relevant to the industry.
  • Review and use publicly available information for performance benchmarking.
  • Plan, conduct, and report management system audits focused on organisational improvement.

How You Will Learn

Learning develops through structured exploration of quality audits, performance measurement, and financial reporting standards tailored to the oil and gas sector. Participants engage with practical scenarios, discussions, and case studies that reinforce audit concepts, IFRS applications, and performance evaluation techniques. Emphasis is placed on translating conceptual insights into practical skills that support improved compliance, performance measurement, and decision-making within organisational contexts.

Who should Attend?

This training course supports professionals engaged in auditing, financial reporting, and performance measurement within the oil and gas industry.

This QMS Audit and IFRS for Oil & Gas Industry training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Corporate accountants, financial controllers, and treasury officers
  • External, financial, and internal auditors
  • Senior managers seeking improved operational and environmental performance
  • Operations managers wanting enhanced control and departmental improvements
  • Quality, environmental, and health and safety managers
  • Staff involved in supplier certification and audit reception
Course Outline

Module I: Auditing Oil & Gas Industry Quality Management Systems

Day 1

Quality Management System (QMS) Audit

  • ISO 29001:2010 and 9001:2015 QMS international standards
  • Review of 29001 clauses 4-8 and 9001 clause 9 Internal audit requirements
  • Quality system requirements
  • Types and levels of QMS internal audits
  • Documentation in the Quality Management System (QMS)
  • Roles and responsibility of auditors
Day 2

Audit Preparation and Setup

  • Terminology and definitions
  • Audit concepts and principles
  • Planning and conducting effective audits
  • Producing audit programme and procedure
  • Audit terms of reference
  • Interview and note-taking skills
Day 3

Conducting an Internal Audit

  • Internal audit process
  • Creation of effective audit checklists
  • Communications during audit
  • QMS documentation review
  • Key personnel interviews
  • Physical site observation
Day 4

Preparing Audit Report

  • Review of non-conformities and observations
  • Audit findings and conclusions
  • Preparation of internal audit report
  • Corrective action plan
  • Presentation of audit report
  • Monitoring and close-out of non-conformities
Day 5

Review of Internal Audit Process & Assessment

  • Review of internal audit process
  • Review of internal audit reporting

Module II: IFRS for the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical Sectors (Upstream, Midstream & Downstream)

Day 6

Major Accounting Issues facing the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical Industry (Upstream, Midstream & Downstream) and the Role of IFRS

This day examines the major accounting challenges facing the oil & gas industry and the strategic importance of IFRS adoption. Participants explore sustainability disclosure standards, IFRS 18 developments and the impact of economic and geopolitical factors on reporting. The topics covered will include:

  • The Latest Accounting Issues facing the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical Industry (upstream, midstream & downstream) including IFRS S1 & S2 Sustainability Disclosure Standards and IFRS 18 Presentation & Disclosures in Financial Statements issued in 2024 and takes effect 1 January 2027
  • The Impact of Commodity Prices, Currency & Interest Rate Fluctuations and Political and Environmental Developments
  • The Impact on Strategic Development and Growth within the Industry
  • Establishing the Case for IFRS
  • An Overview of IFRS in relation to the Oil & Gas Industry
  • The Annual Reports & Financial Statements of Leading International Petroleum Companies
Day 7

Accounting for Assets in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical Industry (Upstream, Midstream & Downstream)

This day focuses on asset recognition, valuation and impairment in oil & gas operations. It covers key IFRS standards relevant to exploration, production and reserve reporting. The topics covered will include:

  • IAS 16: Property, Plant and Equipment and Depletion, Depreciation & Amortisation (“DD&A”)
  • IAS 36: Impairment of Assets
  • IFRS 6: Exploration for and Evaluation of Mineral Assets and the Accounting Approaches
  • IFRS 13: Fair Value Measurement
  • IAS 2 Inventories
  • Reserve Reporting
Day 8

Accounting for Business Combinations, Joint Ventures & Production Sharing Agreements (“PSA”s)

This day addresses complex group structures, consolidation and joint arrangements common in the sector. It also explores production sharing agreements and profit allocation mechanisms. The topics covered will include:

  • IFRS 3: Business Combinations
  • IFRS 10: Consolidated Financial Statements
  • IAS 38: Intangible Assets
  • IFRS 12: Disclosure of Interests on Other Entities
  • IFRS 11: Joint Arrangements
  • Break Even Oil, Cost Oil & Profit Oil
Day 9

Accounting for Cash Flow & Financial Instruments in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical Industry (upstream, midstream & downstream)

This day examines treasury management, derivatives and financial instrument disclosures. Participants evaluate risk management practices and cash flow reporting in multinational oil & gas companies. The topics covered will include:

  • IAS 7 Statement of Cash Flows
  • The Use of Derivatives in the Oil & Gas & Petrochemical Sector to Manage the Commodity, Currency and Interest-rate Risks, etc.
  • Treasury Management Issues for Multi-nationals
  • IFRS 7 Financial Instruments: Disclosures
  • IFRS 9 Financial Instruments
  • Evaluating the Cash Flow & Use of Financial Instruments by Leading International Oil & Gas and Petrochemical Companies
Day 10

Creative Accounting and Corporate Governance

This day explores ethical reporting, governance frameworks and audit responsibilities within the oil & gas sector. It highlights the importance of transparency, board oversight and internal controls. The topics covered will include:

  • Creative Accounting
  • Enron and Investor Protection
  • Corporate Governance
  • The Role of the Board & Audit Committee
  • External Auditing - reporting to investors
  • Internal Auditing - Defining and Developing the Internal Audit Process
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this in-house training course enables organisations to align audit and financial reporting excellence with internal quality systems, risk management frameworks, and sector-specific compliance needs. Customisation ensures learning is applied directly to organisational processes and challenges within the oil and gas environment.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

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International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

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Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this QMS Audit and IFRS for Oil & Gas Industry training course:

  • Enhanced audit and financial reporting capability
  • Improved compliance with quality, environmental, and safety standards
  • Greater accuracy in performance measurement
  • Better decision support through audit and financial insights
  • Strengthened risk management and control frameworks
  • Increased organisational accountability and profitability
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