Overview
Overview
In the International Mineral Resources Management (distance learning) MBA at University of Dundee learn about the multiple and complex challenges facing the energy industry, such as decarbonisation, wide scale digitisation, and decentralisation.
A mining sector decision-maker, such as a CEO, government minister, or managing director, has to understand competing views, compare their implications, and determine a suitable way forward. You'll be equipped to become or to assist C-suite decision-makers. You will learn to be competent in the design and implementation of alternative courses of action in the mining sector.
You will learn to analyse, synthesise, and articulate concepts and practices relevant to the energy industry. You will understand the fundamental drivers of various energy markets, such as oil, gas, and electric power. You'll acquire foundational and contextual knowledge and skills in management, through classroom and work-based learning,and coaching from specialist academics or senior industry professionals.
Teaching
Your modules and reading materials are available online, and you will receive a study guide and a core reading book.
A team of distance learning academic staff and tutors will support you in:
- using the full range of learning guides and tools
- questions relating to particular issues in the field of study
- preparation of assessments and research papers
- feedback on assessments and research papers
Careers
Our alumni have gone on to work in areas such as, international or national energy companies, finance, consulting, and government, or non-government organisations
Some notable examples include:
- Shell
- Total
- Maersk
- Phillips 66
- CNPC
- Sinopec
- CNOOC
- Pemex
- Petronas
- Pertamina
- NNPC
- GNPC
- Deloitte
- IHS Markit
- PwC
- Wood Mackenzie
- Black Rock
Programme Structure
Modules included:
- Mineral Resources Policy and Economics by distance learning
- Foundation Financial Accounting by distance learning
- Strategic Management and Organisational Analysis by distance learning
- Management in Energy and Natural Resources Industries by distance learning
- Mineral and Petroleum Taxation by distance learning
- Risk Analysis for Energy and Mining Investment Decision Making by distance learning
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 60 months
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Credits
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Disciplines
Master in Business Administration (MBA) Risk Management Natural Resource Management View 32 other Masters in Risk Management in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
An honours degree in Business Studies, Finance, Accountancy, Economics, Law, Geology, Petroleum, or Mining Engineering at lower second class or above
Consideration will also be given to applicants with other academic backgrounds who explain clearly their motivation for undertaking the relevant MSc in Management, outlining any relevant work experience
Tuition Fee
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International
10500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5250 GBP per semester during 60 months. -
National
10500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5250 GBP per semester during 60 months.
- fees per 60 credits
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.