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S/M/664. The role of Oil Derivatives in Risk Management

WORDS:
3600
DATE:
2010
PRICE:
39.99 GBP

This paper discusses the role of oil derivatives in risk management. The paper explains what oil futures are, as well as the different types of oil futures. The different oil future traders are discussed, along with futures in relation to risk management. The paper then introduces crude oil, and details types of crude oil options, crude oil exchanges, and crude oil and risk management. The advantages of trading are detailed, as well as the negative impact of oil derivatives on risk management. The paper then introduces the case study of Mexico before conclusions are made.

 

KEYWORDS: oil derivatives, risk management, oil futures, crude oil, Mexico,

 

C/E/826. OPEC's influence on global oil prices

WORDS:
2000
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

The paper examines whether OPEC (Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries) has the ability to influence global oil prices. The dominant position of OPEC member states’ companies in oil wholesale market is discussed, OPEC’s role in controlling oil supply and demand is considered.

 

KEYWORDS: OPEC, global oil prices, oil supply and demand,

 

C/F/1363. Risk Management and Use of Derivatives in Gas Storage Market

WORDS:
2450
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

The paper identifies the risks of the natural gas storage highlighting the relevance of portfolio management and optimisation in gas storage businesses, and arguing the use of derivatives as a risk management measure.

 

KEYWORDS: Risk Management, Derivatives, Gas Storage Market,

 

C/HR/1217. Proposal. Impact of CDC Training & Development on Employee Performance in ADNOC

WORDS:
3550
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
39.99 GBP

The paper proposes to examine the role of the Career Development Center (CDC) in the performance of Abu Dhabi National Oil Companies (ADNOC) in United Arab Emirates (UAE). The purpose, objectives and questions of the research are outlined, literature is reviewed on the UAE economy, the role of training and development (T&D) in organisational performance, etc. The methodology of the research is described, its ethical issues are addressed, the time scale of work is indicated.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, CDC, Career Development Center, Training & Development, T&D, Employee Performance, ADNOC, Abu Dhabi National Oil Companies,

 

C/M/2465. Environmental Management in Oil and Gas Industry

WORDS:
1900
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

The paper looks at the environmental management in the oil and gas industry reviewing the phases of the oil and gas production process along the lines of exploration, development, development, decomposition, etc. Environmental impacts of the oil and gas industry are evaluated, health and safety issues of the environmental management are considered.

 

KEYWORDS: Environmental management, oil and gas industry, health and safety,

 

C/M/2443. Proposal. An evaluation of the performance and execution of projects in the Nigerian Oil Industry

WORDS:
1000
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

This proposal is for a study on the performance of projects in Nigeria in relation to the oil industry. The study will assess the challenges that are likely to affect the execution of projects in Nigeria. The justification for the study is provided, along with the aims and objectives. The study will discuss a range of topics, some of which include the past and present characteristics of the Nigerian oil industry. The challenges faced by oil companies in Nigeria will be assessed, along with the different influences of project deliverability and success. The plan for the review of literature is provided, along with a detailed evaluation of the research methodology.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, performance, Nigeria, oil industry!,

 

C/B/4278. Presentation + report. The oil industry in Gulf Cooperation Council

WORDS:
2250
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

This paper and presentation focuses on the oil industry in the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman. The study begins by presenting detailed background information on the subject, and follows with a PESTLE and SWOT analysis. The future of the oil industry in the oil industry Gulf Cooperation Council is discussed in conclusion.

 

KEYWORDS: Presentation, oil industry, UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, PESTLE, SWOT, Gulf Cooperation council,

 

C/F/1322. An investment appraisal of British Petroleum

WORDS:
3450
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
39.99 GBP

This paper performs an investment appraisal for British Petroleum (BP) and examines the company from 2004-2009. The paper begins by explaining the competitive structure of the oil and gas industry, and follows with an assessment of the key value drivers for BP. The valuation is carried out and the paper uses the free cash flow method and the Gordon constant growth model. Before conclusions are made the paper compares the valuation results.

 

KEYWORDS: Investment appraisal, British Petroleum, BP, competitive structure, oil and gas industry, key value drivers, valuation, free cash flow method, Gordon constant growth model,

 

C/E/793. Economic Impact of Rising Fuel Prices on Automotive Industry

WORDS:
6950
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
69.99 GBP

This paper discusses oil prices and performance in the car industry. The objectives are to assess the factors that influence automotive industry, to evaluate economic consequences of rising oil prices, to discuss the role of government intervention that relates to automotive industry, and to discuss the role of government intervention that relates to automotive industry. The paper then discusses a range of literature some of which focuses on oil price shares, price elasticity of demand for fuel, and government intervention. The paper discusses all of the topics presented before conclusions are made.

 

KEYWORDS: Oil prices, performance, car industry, automotive industry, government intervention, oil price shares, price elasticity!,

 

S/B/642. CSR is a public relations device designed to throw sand in our eyes. Discuss

WORDS:
2250
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

The paper examines the concept of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in historical and business contexts of the oil industry. Examples of poor CSR implementation are discussed including the disaster of British Petroleum (BP) oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. The importance of commitment to CSR is emphasised arguing that CSR is more than public relations (PR) policy.

 

KEYWORDS: CSR, public relations, oil industry, PR, public relations, BP, oil spill,

 

C/B/4075. Proposal. Managing ADD/ADHD in the petroleum industry

WORDS:
4050
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
49.99 GBP

This proposal focuses on ADD and ADHD in the petroleum industry, and begins by identifying the aim, background and value of the research. The objectives are to understand the causes, symptoms and consequences of ADD & ADHD, to identify the issues and stigmas associated with ADD & ADHD, to identify the situation of ADD & ADHD sufferers in the workplace, to identify remedies to mitigate the ill-effects of ADD/ADHD in the workplace, and to identify the career prospects for ADD/ADHD sufferers within the Petroleum Industry. The proposed review of literature aims to discuss a range of topics, some of which include the symptoms of ADD/ADHD, remedies to mitigate the ill-effects of ADD/ADHD in the workplace, and career prospects for sufferers in the petroleum industry. This is followed by the proposed methodology, which details all aspects of the research method and design as well as the data collection methods.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, ADD, ADHD, petroleum industry, behavioural disorder, career prospects,

 

C/E/757. Dependence of Nigeria on oil revenue

WORDS:
6900
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
69.99 GBP

The paper analyses the role of the petroleum and agricultural industries in the Nigerian economy addressing the environmental degradation and loss of livelihoods for fishers and farmers in the Niger Delta. Issues surrounding the growth of oil extraction in Nigeria are examined along the lines of the PESTEL model, Porter’s five forces analysis of the country’s oil industry is conducted, the competitive landscape of the oil industry is described. The study is based on secondary research, the impacts of petroleum by-products on the agriculture industry in Nigeria are evaluated suggesting recommendations to the Nigerian government.

 

KEYWORDS: Nigeria, oil industry, agriculture, petroleum by-products, Niger Delta, environmental degradation, PESTLE, Porter’s five forces,

 

C/B/3863. Future of oil industry

WORDS:
3500
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
39.99 GBP

The paper offers foresights into the future of the oil industry identifying uncertainties associated with the industry, performing Porter’s Five Forces and PESTLE analysis of competitive rivalry within the industry, and considering two different scenarios of industry development in the future.

 

KEYWORDS: oil industry, future scenarios, Porter’s Five Forces, PESTLE,

 

C/F/1180. Opportunities and risks for investors in oil and gas industry of Russia and Kazakhstan

WORDS:
6700
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
69.99 GBP

The paper offers a comparative analysis of oil and gas companies in Russia and Kazakhstan including Russia’s biggest private oil company Lukoil, Russia’s state-owned and fastest growing oil company Gazpromneft, Russia’s state-owned gas company Gazprom, Kazakhstan’s state owned company KazMunaiGaz, Kazakh privately owned Karachaganak Petroleum, etc. Sensitivity analysis of oil and gas reserves in Russia and Kazakhstan is conducted assessing business competitiveness of both countries. The performance of oil company Alliance Group is examined exploring risks and opportunities of the Kazakh and Russian oil and gas industry.

 

KEYWORDS: Opportunities and risks, oil and gas, Lukoil, Gazpromneft, Gazprom, KazMunaiGaz, Karachaganak Petroleum,

 

C/F/1167. Proposal. Impact of economic and political factors on investment decisions of Iranian oil companies

WORDS:
2150
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

The paper proposes to examine the factors that affect investment valuation of projects by international oil companies based in Iran. An overview of Iranian oil resources is presented looking at the forecasts with regard to oil consumption for the next three decades. The questions of the proposed research are formulated, the methodology is described, research limitations are outlined.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, economic and political factors, investment decisions, Iranian oil companies,

 

C/B/3789. Insights into oil industry: case studies of Exxon Mobil and British Petroleum

WORDS:
1550
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

The paper looks at the nature of the oil industry highlighting uncertainties related to the industry and looking at two case studies, i.e. Exxon Mobil, the world’s largest hydrogen supplier, and British Petroleum (BP). Dependence of hydrogen production on oil associated with Exxon, and the problem of oil spills associated with BP are discussed. Analysis of both companies is conducted using Porter's Five Forces model.

 

KEYWORDS: oil industry, Exxon Mobil, British Petroleum, BP, Porter\'s Five Forces,

 

C/F/1123. Role of oil derivatives in price risk management

WORDS:
2550
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

The paper examines oil derivatives used by the suppliers and purchasers of oil reviewing literature on the oil derivative markets and associated price risks. Practical applications of oil derivatives in the world oil market are investigated discussing the predictions of oil prices on the basis of futures of oil derivatives.

 

KEYWORDS: oil derivatives, price risk management,

 

C/M/2052. The role of oil derivatives in risk management

WORDS:
2200
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

This paper discusses the role of oil derivatives in risk management, and begins by defining the concept and by explaining its development. The idea of demand vs. speculation is examined, and the paper uses the Oil Pricing bubble of 2008 as a case study. The paper concludes by summarising all the points made.

 

KEYWORDS: Oil derivatives, risk management, demand, speculation, oil pricing bubble,

 

C/B/3637. Skills and labour crisis in oil and gas industry

WORDS:
3650
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
39.99 GBP

The paper addresses the problem of skills and labour shortage within the oil and gas industry identifying the causes of the shortage, and outlining actions that must be taken by oil and gas companies to maintain their competitive advantage.

 

KEYWORDS: Skills shortage, labour crisis, oil and gas industry,

 

C/F/1067. Dissertation. Relevance of CAPM for stock prices movement of oil companies: case study of BP

WORDS:
13250
ADD-ONS:
Excel Data
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
139.99 GBP

The dissertation investigates the application of capital asset pricing model (CAPM) to the movement of stock prices in the oil industry with the focus on British Petroleum (BP). The review of literature touches on the background and performance history of BP, the theory of portfolio management, the concept of CAPM, etc. An overview of the stock market is presented explaining factors that affect the movement of stock prices. A case study is conducted of the BP stock prices movement from August 2005 to August 2010 comparing it with other oil companies. The role of CAPM in determining stock prices of oil companies is examined. Conclusions are made about the relevance of the CAPM model in evaluating stock prices in the oil industry.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, CAPM, Capital Asset Pricing Model, stock prices, oil companies, British Petroleum, PB,

 

C/B/3551. Literature review. Investment in Kazakhstan's oil and gas by UK companies

WORDS:
5000
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
59.99 GBP

The paper presents an introduction and a literature review for the research into the strategic and environmental issues of utilising Kazakhstan’s oil and gas resources by UK companies. Research objectives and chapter structure are outlined, literature is reviewed on the background of the oil industry, the world’s largest oil and gas companies, PEST features of Kazakh oil trade, the models and levels of strategy, etc.

 

KEYWORDS: Literature review, Kazakhstan, Kazakh oil and gas, PEST, strategy,

 

C/F/1027. Dissertation. Critical examination of mergers and acquisitions in the oil industry

WORDS:
13500
ADD-ONS:
EXCEL DATA
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
139.99 GBP

This dissertation aims to estimate the degree of successful mergers for the acquiring companies in the oil industry over the past 20 years. The objectives of the study are to estimate the short term abnormal returns for bidding companies and to estimate the ratio of the successful mergers in the total sample of mergers and acquisitions. The background to the study, along with the structure of the dissertation is discussed. The literature review outlines different types of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), namely horizontal, vertical, and conglomerate mergers. The theory behind M&A is provided, as is the impact of M&A on shareholders. The methodology is provided in detail, and data is collected through use of the Thomson One Banker database. The rest of the dissertation focuses on the results and analysis sections of the study, and conclusions are made regarding recommendations for the future. This paper is supported with full statistical data.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, mergers, acquisitions, oil industry, bidding companies, horizontal mergers, vertical mergers, conglomerate mergers, shareholders!,

 

C/B/3415. The growing role of shale gas within the global energy market: critical assessment from a technological, commercial and geo-political perspective

WORDS:
2500
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

This paper examines the use of shale gas, and aims to assess to role it can play in the global energy market. The position of shale gas as an unconventional gas is discussed, and the paper provides a definition of the gas. This is followed by a discussion regarding extraction, new techniques, hydraulic fractioning, horizontal drilling, groundwater contamination, the environmental effects, and global gas prices. Liquefied natural gas (LNG) flows are examined, and the way the use of shale gas may affect it is assessed, and the paper concludes by summarizing the potential of shale gas.

 

KEYWORDS: Shale gas, global energy market, extraction, hydraulic fractioning, horizontal drilling, groundwater contamination, Liquefied natural gas, LNG!,

 

C/E/674. Dissertation. The role of pressure groups in addressing the impact of oil exploration in the Niger Delta

WORDS:
14350
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
149.99 GBP

This dissertation examines the role of pressure groups in addressing the unsustainable impact of oil exploration in the Niger Delta. The dissertation begins by providing the background to the study and its aims, which are to evaluate why the Nigerian legislative system does not force oil companies to address environmental protection and the concerns of local communities, to evaluate whether it is possible that a right to environmental quality can be instituted into Nigeria, to evaluate why or whether the policies of the companies have changed dramatically, whether it is because of the activities of the pressure groups, to examine why communication between the government, judiciary and oil companies and pressure group have been poor leading to polarisation of attitudes, and to determine why the blame is being contested between the local communities “hacking” of resources and the companies’ lack of corporate social responsibility and proffer a solution of how it can be resolved. The study provides an overview of the literature, and this is followed by a thematic review. This review discusses topics like sustainable oil production, corporate social responsibility, the development of an international environmental ethic, and legal cases. Data is collected through interviews, and the dissertation concludes with recommendations.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, pressure groups, oil exploration, Niger Delta, Nigerian legislative system, oil companies, corporate social responsibility, sustainable oil production!,

 

C/E/667. Dissertation. An investigation into the impact of oil and gas company operations on the livelihood of the local community in the Niger Delta

WORDS:
13500
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
139.99 GBP

This dissertation examines the impact of oil and gas company operations on the livelihood of the local community in the Niger Delta. The study begins by providing an overview of the topic, and the objectives are to examine the impacts of oil companies on local communities and the environment and whether adapting the NEEDS system into an integrative resilience framework can enforce oil companies to adhere to substantive grassroots CSR programmes in the Niger Delta, to explore the importance of mangroves in Nigeria as a disaster management tool and how oil companies failing to meet CSR obligations are increasing the threat of coastal flooding through improper health and safety regulation, to explore whether it is possible to develop a proactive interagency policy aimed at resilience and adaptive capacity in line with the NGOs and local communities in order to enforce regulation and get oil companies to meet their CSR obligations in the Niger Delta, and to investigate the development of participation rights of Local Communities and whether their empowerment can enforce oil companies to meet their substantive CSR obligations. The review of literature discusses topics like corporate social responsibility (CSR), CSR programs, the development of oil regulation, and the challenges in the region. Data is collected through the case study approach and the desk based review of policies. All of the data is analysed, and conclusions are made regarding recommendations and areas of further research.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, oil, gas, Niger Delta, local communities, NEEDS System, corporate social responsibility, disaster management, coastal flooding!,