The oil and gas industry is a complex and dynamic sector characterized by high-stakes operations, substantial investments, and a workforce that is crucial to its success. The relationship between management and labor in this industry is particularly critical, as it significantly impacts productivity, safety, and overall organizational performance. Effective industrial relations are essential for maintaining a stable work environment, preventing disruptions, and fostering a collaborative culture.
This course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of industrial relations in the oil and gas industry. By focusing on negotiation and conflict resolution, participants will develop the ability to build constructive relationships, manage disputes effectively, and achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the legal and regulatory framework governing industrial relations in the oil and gas industry.
• Analyze the historical and contemporary challenges and opportunities in oil and gas labor relations.
• Develop effective negotiation strategies tailored to the oil and gas industry.
• Apply conflict resolution techniques to prevent and manage labor disputes.
• Build strong and collaborative relationships between union and management representatives.
• Implement best practices in labor relations to enhance organizational performance.
Module 1: Introduction to Industrial Relations in the Oil and Gas Industry
• Overview of the oil and gas industry and its labor landscape
• Historical development of labor relations in the oil and gas sector
• Legal and regulatory framework governing labor relations
• Key stakeholders in industrial relations (unions, management, government, employees)
Module 2: Negotiation Skills for the Oil and Gas Industry
• Negotiation fundamentals and principles
• Interest-based bargaining and win-win negotiation
• Preparation and planning for negotiations
• Effective communication and persuasion techniques
• Dealing with difficult negotiations and impasse
Module 3: Conflict Resolution and Dispute Management
• Understanding conflict in the workplace
• Conflict resolution styles and strategies
• Mediation and arbitration processes
• Grievance handling procedures
• Crisis management and prevention
Module 4: Building Strong Union-Management Relationships
• Trust-building and relationship development
• Collaborative problem-solving and joint problem-solving
• Labor-management committees and other partnership initiatives
• Change management and labor relations
• Effective communication and information sharing
Module 5: Strategic Labor Relations in the Oil and Gas Industry
• Labor relations and business strategy
• Human resource management and industrial relations
• Global labor trends and their impact on the oil and gas industry
• Emerging issues in oil and gas labor relations
• Human resource professionals
• Labor relations managers
• Union representatives
• Government officials involved in labor regulation
• Industry consultants and advisors
VENUE: Addis Ababa
DURATION: 1 week
DATE: Open
