Oil Refining Economics & Margin Optimization

1) Course Introduction

This course equips participants with economic tools used to evaluate refinery profitability, optimize margins, and make strategic planning decisions.

Centered in its financial modeling approach, Seattle International Institute for Training integrates global market dynamics, crude slate selection, and product valuation techniques.

2) Key Learning Objectives

Participants will learn to:

· Analyze refining margins and profitability drivers

· Evaluate crude blends and product yields

· Optimize product slate based on market conditions

· Understand global supply/demand trends

· Perform economic feasibility studies

3) Target Audience

· Refinery planners

· Economists & analysts

· Optimization teams

· Commercial and trading departments

4) Course Importance & Business Impact

Economic optimization ensures competitive performance and maximizes refinery profitability.

5) Practical Modules / Key Topics

· Refinery margin calculations

· Crude valuation

· Product pricing models

· Market analytics

· Optimization case studies