Understand the principles of basin analysis and its role in identifying hydrocarbon potential.
Examine and analyze basins through sedimentary formations, sequence stratigraphy, and subsurface pressure dynamics.
Identify critical data elements required for basin analysis and apply them to reduce exploration risks.
Evaluate risks associated with basin and petroleum systems modeling.
Develop basin models using advanced tools and sample data for more accurate exploration assessments.
Integrate geological and geophysical data to enhance petroleum systems modeling and play fairway analysis.
It is particularly relevant for those seeking to enhance their skills in hydrocarbon evaluation through advanced basin analysis techniques.
Module 1: Understanding the Function of a Business Systems Analyst
Role in aligning business needs with technical solutions
Key responsibilities and core competencies
Collaboration with cross-functional teams
Analytical and problem-solving methodologies
Module 2: Frameworks for Business Systems Analysis
Comparative approaches to systems analysis
Agile methodologies and principles
Waterfall and hybrid models
Business process re-engineering techniques
Module 3: Systems Development Frameworks and Methodologies
Phases of the Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Iterative vs. sequential development processes
Integration of DevOps practices
Importance of continuous testing and deployment
Module 4: Initiating Systems Development Projects
Project charter development and approval
Gathering preliminary business requirements
Conducting feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis
Setting up governance structures for project oversight
Module 5: Stakeholder Analysis and Engagement
Identifying and categorizing stakeholders
Stakeholder impact analysis and prioritization
Strategies for managing stakeholder expectations
Communication planning and stakeholder reporting
Module 6: Developing a Strategic Vision for System Solutions
Crafting clear and actionable vision statements
Aligning system vision with organizational goals
Scenario planning and risk assessment
Techniques for gaining stakeholder buy-in
Module 7: Establishing System Boundaries and Scope
Techniques for defining system boundaries
Tools for scope management and documentation
Identifying out-of-scope elements
Managing scope creep and project constraints
Module 8: Business Process Modeling and Optimization
Process mapping techniques (BPMN, UML)
Identifying inefficiencies and improvement opportunities
Leveraging automation for process optimization
Conducting gap analysis for current and future states
Module 9: Requirements Gathering and Documentation
Elicitation techniques (interviews, workshops, surveys)
Writing clear and concise requirements specifications
Prioritizing and validating requirements
Tools for requirements management (JIRA, Confluence)
Module 10: System Design and Architectural Considerations
Translating requirements into system designs
Selecting appropriate architecture patterns (microservices, monolithic)
Ensuring scalability and performance optimization
Addressing cybersecurity and compliance requirements
Module 11: Risk Management in Systems Development
Identifying potential risks in system projects
Risk assessment frameworks (quantitative and qualitative)
Developing mitigation and contingency plans
Monitoring and controlling risk throughout the project
Module 12: Quality Assurance and Testing
Establishing quality benchmarks and KPIs
Types of testing (unit, integration, system, user acceptance)
Automating testing processes for efficiency
Tracking and resolving defects effectively
Module 13: Change Management and System Implementation
Planning for smooth system deployment
Training end-users and managing resistance
Ensuring data migration integrity
Post-implementation review and optimization
Module 14: Continuous Improvement in Business Systems
Establishing feedback loops for system enhancements
Monitoring system performance and uptime
Leveraging analytics for data-driven decisions
Planning for future upgrades and scalability