Using rent-sharing models in the extractive sector

Context and learning objectives

The objective of this training is to explore the possible uses of rent-sharing models from the perspective of different actors in the extractive sector. Governments and state-owned enterprises use them to manage revenues from their natural resources. Financial institutions use them to grant loans. Civil society can use them to assess projects and inform public debate.

Target audience

Economists, lawyers, tax specialists, tax administrations, ministries of mines and hydrocarbons
Other public and private professionals in Africa’s extractive industries

Module 1 • Why using a fiscal model?

45 min

To introduce to the reason why a fiscal model is useful to make decisions, using first a personal situation and then a professional situation.

Module 2 • Uses of Models by Governments and State Enterprises

2 h

To learn the multiple ways in which Governments and State Enterprises need a model to make sound decisions regarding the management of resource revenues.

Module 3 • Use of Models by Lenders and Civil Society

1 h

To understand in greater depth how banks and international financial institutions utilize fiscal models, how that affects extractives countries and how civil society institutions can utilize fiscal models in order to increase their knowledge and effectiveness.

Module 4 • Importance of Data

2 h

To understand how the variability and reliability of input data used in fiscal models can affect the validity of the results.

Module 5 • Decision criteria

45 min

Learning about the various decision criteria for each stakeholder type and whether these are aligned or misaligned.

Format

This training is delivered online, offering learners complete flexibility through unlimited access to content, available 24/7 on the IHEDD distance learning platform. Each participant can progress at their own speed, depending on their availability.

To encourage exchange and mutual support, a forum is available in the training space, complemented by a WhatsApp group to create a community of learners.

In addition, regular virtual meetings (online classes) are organised with trainers and the learner community. These sessions allow participants to go further into the concepts covered, discuss challenges encountered, and obtain answers to questions.

Modalities

Cette formation est dispensée en ligne, offrant aux apprenant·es une flexibilité totale grâce à un accès illimité aux contenus, disponibles 24h/24 et 7j/7 sur la plateforme d’enseignement à distance de l’IHEDD. Chaque participant·e peut ainsi avancer à son propre rythme, selon ses disponibilités.

Pour favoriser l’échange et l’entraide, un forum est mis à disposition sur l’espace de formation, complété par un groupe WhatsApp permettant de créer une communauté d’apprenants.

En complément, des rendez-vous réguliers en visioconférence (classe virtuelle) sont organisés avec les formateur·rices et la communauté d’apprenant·es. Ces sessions permettent d’approfondir les notions abordées, d’échanger sur les problématiques rencontrées et d’obtenir des réponses aux questions.

Validation of acquired knowledge

At the end of the course, IHEDD will award a certificate on behalf of Ferdi, a recognised professional training organisation. This certificate states the name of the course and the total number of validated training hours.

To receive it, participants must pass a final quiz with a minimum score of 60%, and submit a completed rent-sharing model and a simulation note

History of previous sessions

17 March - 7 April 2025 : 26 participants | 68 % pass rate

Practical information

Duration: 6h30 of self-paced work on modules + 4h00 of live virtual classes
The training is delivered in English
Equipment: It is essential to have a computer and an internet connection.
The training is accessible to people with disabilities.
Prerequisites: no previous academic qualifications needed, but participants should be comfortable using basic Excel functions
Capacity: 40