This document summarizes the key topics that were covered in a workshop on opencast mine planning and valuation. It discusses the two main mining methods of surface/opencast mining and underground mining. It then covers various basic mine planning terminology and concepts. The rest of the document outlines the typical contents and stages involved in mine planning and valuation studies including geology, mining, infrastructure, economics, and cash flow modeling. Key considerations for equipment selection, waste management, and financial analysis are also summarized.