Boston, MA. International Human Resource Development Corporation (IHRDC) announces the release of a new e-Learning module, “Oilfield Development,” a major new addition to its Petroleum Online series. The module covers the five-step, Stage-Gate project management process, providing in-depth learning about Field Development, from negotiation of host country agreements to long-term production. It also covers Exploration, Reservoir Management, Facilities Design, Markets, Construction and Start Up. Learning is supplemented by a case study covering the development of the Agbami field in deep offshore Nigeria.

This easy-to-use, interactive module is available online in a self-paced learning environment. It is composed of highly illustrated text, robust graphics, extensive video footage, flash animations and audio segments. Review questions and challenging assessments are integrated to internalize learning.

IHRDC’s President and the Senior Editor of the Petroleum Online series, Dr. David Donohue, indicated that “Oilfield Development is an outstanding module in the series in that it provides users with a comprehensive understanding of the critical field development process from early exploration to production, using the Stage-Gate process. And the Agbami case study is a world class example of how deep offshore fields are developed in partnership with multiple companies and stakeholders, including national governments.”

IHRDC’s unique e-Learning suite of products offers a wide variety of training for the busy Oil & Gas professional. Consider this the one source for all your professional educational needs that spans the Value Chain – Upstream, Midstream and Downstream. For information on accessing this module, or any others in the Petroleum Online series, please contact Jared Kapela at jkapela@ihrdc.com.

About IHRDC
For over 40 years, IHRDC (http://www.ihrdc.com) has been a worldwide leader in training and competency development for the Oil and Gas industry. Headquartered in Boston, USA, with offices in Houston, Amsterdam, Cairo, Jakarta, and Lagos, IHRDC is a privately owned company that has been providing innovative and highly regarded management, technical and field training programs, e-Leaning solutions and competency-management systems to the Oil and Gas industry.

For further information, contact: Jared Kapela, IHRDC, 535 Boylston Street, Floor 12, Boston, MA 02116, USA. Direct: +1.617.447.2271, email: jkapela@ihrdc.com.