Sustainability and Energy Transitions

Full Time

By undertaking the MBA Sustainability and Energy Transitions postgraduate degree you will learn the fundamentals and key decision-making that take place in business functions within an energy and sustainability context and apply this at a strategic level. You will attend our Leadership Week event and utilise your knowledge and skills in an applied business context in the Consultancy Project.

Part Time

Year 1

You will develop an in-depth understanding and gain experience of decision making in relation to a range of business functions within an energy context.

Year 2 

You will continue to develop your understanding of various business functions and participate in our Leadership Week event which includes a Business Simulation Exercise, academic and practical workshops, outdoor leadership development day and guest speakers from academia and industry.

You will utilise your knowledge and skills in an applied business context, for a client organisation (typically for your employer), through the Consultancy Project. The project is supported by a tutor from RGU and is designed so that the project recommendations bring real value to the client organisation.

Find out more

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Learning Methods

You will learn through a combination of lectures, seminars and workshop sessions which compromise of a mix of group study, simulation, case studies and presentations. 

Online Learning

By accessing the Master of Business Administration course online you will learn via our online virtual learning environment, CampusMoodle which provides you with lectures and course materials and allows you to study from any location. You will participate in active, group-related learning within a supportive online community setting.

Activity Summary

Full Time

• Lectures - 20 students per group, 3 hours per week
• Seminars - 20 students per group, 6 hours per term
• Project Supervision - 1:1 supervision, 24 hours final term only
• Practical class or workshop - 20 students per group, 100 hours per term
• Independent Study - 450 hours per term

Part Time

• Lectures - 40 students per group, 2.5 hours per week
• Seminars - 40 students per group, 2.5 hours per term
• Webinar - 40 students per group, 2.5 hours per term
• Project Supervision - 1:1 supervision, 12 hours final term only
• Practical class or workshop - 40 students per group, 32-48 hours final term only
• Independent Study - 250 hours per term

How long is the MBA Sustainability and Energy Transitions course?

This MBA can be successfully completed within 12 - 28 months.

Leadership Week

You will participate in our Leadership Week event, held on campus, which includes a Business Simulation Exercise, academic and practical workshops, outdoor leadership development day, and guest speakers from academia and industry. You will have the opportunity to meet and network with fellow MBA students across all modes of study and industry experts from local and national businesses.

Independent Study

The total learning effort on the course is the equivalent of 1800 hours over 12 months (full time) or 33 months (part time). This is to include independent study and coursework preparation, workshops, lectures and other activities.

Staff Delivering on This Course

The MBA programme is taught by industry experts and leading academics who have had successful careers within the corporate world. One of our staff members on the programme is a Fellow of the Energy Institute, and two members of staff are Members of the Energy Institute, which ensures the teaching on the course is of the highest standard and relevance to industry.

We work closely with CEO’s, directors and key managers in industry to design and continuously develop our MBA offering and ensure the curriculum is relevant and appropriate to the needs of senior managers of the future.

Assessment

Typically students are assessed each year:

Full Time

Year 1

• 1 written exam, 24 hour time window; online exam
• 7 written assignments, including essay
• 3 reports
• 1 portfolio
• 1 project output
• 2 oral assessments
• 3 group critiques

Part Time

Year 1

• 1 written exam, 24 hour time window; online exam
• 4 written assignments, including essay
• 1 report

Year 2

• 2 written assignments, including essay
• 1 report
• 1 portfolio
• 2 project outputs
• 1 oral assessment
• 3 group critiques

Feedback

We aim to provide you with feedback within 20 working days of hand-in for all written exams, coursework and practical exams.

Academic Support

The Inclusion Centre advises and supports students who disclose a sensory or mobility impairment, chronic medical condition, mental health issue, dyslexia and other specific learning differences. Applicants are encouraged to arrange a pre-entry visit to discuss any concerns and to view the facilities.

Online Learning & Support

All undergraduate and postgraduate students, whether you are learning on campus or by online learning, benefit from using our collaborative virtual learning environment, CampusMoodle. You will be provided with 24/7 online access to your learning material and resources, along with the ability to interact with your class members and tutors for discussion and support.

Study Skills Support

The Study Support Team provides training and support to all students in:

• Academic writing
• Study skills (note taking, exam techniques, time management, presentation)
• Maths and statistics
• English language
• Information technology support

Library Support

The Library offers support for your course, including the books, eBooks, and journals you will need. We also offer online reading lists for many modules, workshops and drop-ins on searching skills and referencing, and much more.

Placements

Within the Consultancy Project you will act as a consultant for a business on an agreed issue relating to its operations. It allows you to apply your knowledge, leadership and strategic thinking skills within a practical context, face challenges of working within new settings, apply learning to new problems and earn valuable experience of working in a multi-national environment.

All projects are strategic in nature and focus on real opportunities facing an organisation or government department/agency. Previous projects have ranged from developing an international gas utilisation and monetisation strategy in West Africa to developing a global strategy and franchising for a major oil company. You can also use the Consultancy Project as an opportunity to produce a business plan for your own entrepreneurial ventures.

Job Prospects

An MBA is an internationally recognised qualification which will help you to capitalise on your experience to date and build on your previous qualifications. On completion, you will be able to take that next step in your career to a senior leadership position either within your existing organisation, a new organisation or on setting up your own business.

Is studying for the MBA a good career choice?

Our MBA Careers and Employability programme comprises of a suite of workshops designed to stimulate your thinking, put you in control of your career planning and prepare you to compete effectively in the employment market.

What is required for an MBA course in Sustainability and Energy Transitions?

• Applicants must normally hold a 2:2 undergraduate honours degree or its equivalent in any subject discipline.
• Applicants with a lower degree classification and/or relevant work experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

English Language Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent.

We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests, find out more:

Please note, some courses may require a higher standard of English than stated in this page. Contact admissions@rgu.ac.uk for further information.