Developing Capacity, Strengthening Organizations and Improving Performance2026/2027 Training & Development Curriculum
2026/2027 Training Curriculum

Develop the skills that performance demands

Explore 39 practical courses across six learning categories. Courses may be delivered Onsite, Online or through a Hybrid format, subject to client requirements, participant profile and programme design.

David Almond Resources Limited (DARL) delivers practical, workplace-focused learning programmes designed to strengthen knowledge, professional capability, organisational performance and personal effectiveness. Our programmes use interactive and problem-based learning approaches, including discussions, case studies, practical exercises, role-play, reflection and action planning, as appropriate to the subject matter.

1.1Oil & Gas Industry Knowledge

Fundamentals of Oil and Gas: From Rock to Revenue

The Fundamentals of Oil & Gas course is a comprehensive introduction to the upstream segment of the petroleum industry. It provides a foundational understanding of how h…

This is a three to five (3 – 5) days course but can be…Details →
1.2Oil & Gas Industry Knowledge

Overview of the Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry

The Overview of the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the oil and gas industry in Nigeria, o…

This is a two (2) days courseDetails →
1.3Oil & Gas Industry Knowledge

Basic Geology/Geophysics for Non-Technical Disciplines

The Basic Geology/Geophysics for Other Disciplines course provides a clear and practical introduction to the fundamental geological and geophysical concepts that support…

This is a three (3) days course, but can be tailored t…Details →
1.4Oil & Gas Industry Knowledge

Basic Reservoir Engineering for Other Disciplines

The Basic Reservoir Engineering for Other Disciplines course provides a practical introduction to the principles of reservoir engineering, specifically tailored for prof…

This is a four (4) days course, but can be tailored to…Details →
1.5Oil & Gas Industry Knowledge

Understanding Oil and Gas Asset Unitization

The Understanding Oil and Gas Asset Unitization course provides a comprehensive overview of the unitization process in oil and gas operations, with a focus on Nigeria’s …

This is a two (2) days courseDetails →
1.6Oil & Gas Industry Knowledge

Overview of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA)

The Overview of the Nigerian Petroleum Industry Act course provides participants with a detailed understanding of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), a landmark legislatio…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.1Professional Skills

Effective Communication Skills for Professionals

The Effective Communication Skills for Professionals course is designed to provide participants with practical techniques for enhancing their verbal, nonverbal, and writ…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.2Professional Skills

Strategic Decision-Making Techniques

The Strategic Decision-Making Techniques course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to make effective decisions in both p…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.3Professional Skills

Creative Problems Solving Techniques

The Creative Problems Solving Techniques course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to effectively identify, analyze, …

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.4Professional Skills

Foundations of Personal Leadership

The Foundations of Personal Leadership course is designed to equip new and aspiring leaders with the essential skills and confidence to lead effectively. Effective leade…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.5Professional Skills

Leading and Managing High Performance Teams

The Leading and Managing High Performance Teams course is designed to empower participants with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to lead and manage teams …

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.6Professional Skills

Entrepreneurship and Business Management

The Entrepreneurship and Business Management programme is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and mindset required to start, manage, and grow succ…

This is a three (3) days courseDetails →
2.7Professional Skills

Influencing and Persuasion Skills

The Influencing and Persuasion Skills course is designed to help participants develop the skills and techniques necessary to influence and persuade others effectively in…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.8Professional Skills

Managing Organizational Change

The Managing Organizational Change course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to effectively navigate and lead organiz…

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2.9Professional Skills

Time Management for Optimal Productivity

The Time Management for Optimal Productivity course is designed to help participants enhance their ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and maximize pro…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.10Professional Skills

Managing with Confidence and Authority

The Managing with Confidence and Authority course is designed to help participants understand and leverage their authority effectively to manage teams and achieve organi…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.11Professional Skills

Motivating and Engaging People

The Motivating and Engaging People course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to inspire and motivate individuals an…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.12Professional Skills

Enhancing Personal Effectiveness

The Professional Meeting Management course is designed to empower participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to enhance their personal productivity, ef…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.13Professional Skills

Effective Delegation for Productivity

The Effective Delegation for Productivity course is designed to help participants develop the skills and confidence necessary to delegate tasks and responsibilities effi…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.14Professional Skills

Professional Coaching in the Workplace

The Professional Coaching in the Workplace course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to effectively coach individuals…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.15Professional Skills

Professional Meeting Management

The Professional Meeting Management course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to plan, facilitate, and participate …

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2.16Professional Skills

Effective Email and Communication Management

The Effective Email & Communication Management course is designed to help participants develop the skills and strategies necessary to manage email communication efficien…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
2.17Professional Skills

Effective Network and Relationship Building

The Effective Network & Relationship Building course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to build and maintain stron…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
3.1Corporate Planning & HR Strategy

Fundamentals of Project Management & Risk Assessment

The Fundamentals of Project Management & Risk Assessment programme introduces participants to the fundamental principles of project management and risk assessment within…

This is a two (2) days courseDetails →
3.2Corporate Planning & HR Strategy

Negotiation and Conflict Resolution in Industrial Relations

The Negotiation and Conflict Resolution in Industrial Relations course, in the context of the oil and gas industry demand a sophisticated understanding of negotiation, d…

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3.3Corporate Planning & HR Strategy

Organizing Training and Development for Optimal Results

The Organizing Training and Development for Optimal Results course is designed to provide participants with the essential knowledge and skills required to effectively or…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
3.4Corporate Planning & HR Strategy

Training Transfer Effectiveness

The course Training Transfer Effectiveness provides HR professionals, learning & development practitioners, supervisors, and trainers with practical strategies to enhanc…

This is a two (2) days courseDetails →
3.5Corporate Planning & HR Strategy

Strategic Human Resources in the Energy Sector

The Strategic Human Resources in the Energy Sector course quips HR professionals with the knowledge, tools, and strategic mindset needed to align HR practices with busin…

This is a three (3) days course. Optional -2-day accel…Details →
3.6Corporate Planning & HR Strategy

Future-Fit Talent & Retention Management

The Future-Fit Talent & Retention Management course is designed to provide organizations with strategies and techniques to effectively retain their top talent. In today'…

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3.7Corporate Planning & HR Strategy

Retirement Planning & Transitioning

The Retirement Planning & Transition course is designed to assist individuals in preparing for the transition from full-time employment to retirement. Retirement refers …

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
4.1Financial Literacy

Financial Goal Setting & Planning

The Financial Goal Setting & Planning course is designed to assist individuals in establishing clear financial goals and creating a plan to achieve them. Setting financi…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
4.2Financial Literacy

Effective Personal Financial Management

The Effective Personal Financial Management course is designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to take control of their personal finances …

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
4.3Financial Literacy

Financial Planning and Budgeting

The Financial Planning and Budgeting course is designed to provide participants with the essential knowledge and skills required to effectively manage their finances and…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
5.1Self-Awareness & Personal Development

Building Emotional Intelligence for Teamwork

The course Building Emotional Intelligence for Teamwork is designed to help participants develop their emotional intelligence (EQ) skills, which are essential for person…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
5.2Self-Awareness & Personal Development

Ethical Behaviour for Career Advancement

The Ethical Behaviour for Career Advancement course is designed to provide participants with an understanding of the importance of ethical behavior in the workplace and …

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
5.3Self-Awareness & Personal Development

Stress Management and Work-Life Balance

The Stress Management & Work-Life Balance course is designed to equip participants with the tools and techniques necessary to effectively manage stress and achieve a hea…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
6.1Mental Health & Psychological Wellbeing

Workplace Mental Health Strategies

The Workplace Mental Health Strategies course is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge, tools, and strategies necessary to enhance their mental health and c…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
6.2Mental Health & Psychological Wellbeing

Mental Health Advocacy

The Mental Health Advocacy course is designed to educate on mental health awareness, support, and rights. Mental health advocacy plays a crucial role in challenging stig…

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →
6.3Mental Health & Psychological Wellbeing

Harnessing Positive Psychology for Resilience

The Harnessing Positive Psychology for Resilience course explores the science of wellbeing and the factors that contribute to a fulfilling and meaningful life. Positive …

This is a one (1) day courseDetails →