Semarang, 21 Juni 2025 – The Master of Management Program at Diponegoro University hosted an international guest lecture titled “Strategies and Practices of Project Finance in the Global Energy Industry” featuring Reza Masri, S.E., M.B.A., Senior Project Finance Specialist at QatarEnergy. The session was moderated by Dr. I Made Sukresna, S.E., M.Si., Ph.D., Secretary of the MM Program at UNDIP.
Opening the event, Dr. I Made Sukresna highlighted the importance of inviting global practitioners to bridge academic knowledge with real-world corporate experiences. “Having industry experts like Mr. Reza provides our students with firsthand insight into the complexities and strategic realities of working in multinational energy finance,” he said.
Reza Masri: Energy Projects Are About Risk, Structure, and Strategy
In his engaging presentation, Reza Masri elaborated on the fundamentals and real-life execution of Project Finance, a method of funding large-scale projects such as gas refineries, power plants, and infrastructure within the energy sector.
Key points discussed included:
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📊 Project finance structures, including non-recourse financing, feasibility assessments, and risk mitigation
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🌍 Global perspectives, highlighting how QatarEnergy manages international financing for cross-border projects
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💼 The role of corporate finance, connecting investors, stakeholders, and technical teams
“In the energy industry, financial strategy is not just about numbers—it’s about managing risk, navigating political climates, and building investor trust,” Reza explained.
High Student Engagement and Real-World Relevance
An interactive Q&A session followed the presentation, with students posing thoughtful questions about geopolitical impacts on energy investments, long-term cash flow strategies, and international career pathways in finance. Reza responded with clear, real-world examples drawn from his extensive experience at QatarEnergy.
This lecture provided students with practical insights into the world of project finance—knowledge that is rarely found in textbooks. Through his concise yet insightful delivery, Reza successfully bridged academic understanding with global industry practice.
Closing Remarks
This event is part of the International Exposure initiative of the MM UNDIP program, aimed at broadening students’ perspectives on global business practices—especially in the high-stakes, high-impact energy industry.