Overview
This initiative is designed to produce a new generation of Energy and Sustainable Management professionals and to promote energy investment efficiency strategies. The course curriculum delivers a solid, broad-based education in energy, petroleum and gas management, grid energy management, rural energy development, and sustainable management.
Modules and courses
Code |
Course Name |
T |
P |
C |
Year One: Semester One |
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ESM 551 |
Principles of Sustainable Management |
3 |
1 |
3 |
ESM 555 |
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainable Energy Projects Development |
3 |
1 |
3 |
ESM 557 |
Alternative Energy Technology and Innovation |
3 |
2 |
4 |
ESM 559 |
Research Methods in Energy Sector |
3 |
1 |
3 |
ESM 561 |
Energy Markets and Trading Derivatives |
3 |
1 |
3 |
ESM 563 |
Strategic Planning and Management in Energy Sector |
3 |
1 |
3 |
Total |
18 |
7 |
19 |
|
Year One: Semester Two |
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ESM 552 |
Innovative Financing for Sustainable Energy |
3 |
2 |
3 |
ESM 554 |
Energy Policy and Power Purchase Agreement |
3 |
2 |
3 |
ESM 556 |
Energy Economics, Pricing and Investments Analysis |
3 |
2 |
3 |
ESM 558 |
Analysis of Energy Efficiency and Auditing |
3 |
2 |
3 |
ESM 560 |
Entrepreneurship Development and Management in Energy Sector |
3 |
2 |
3 |
ESM 562 |
Clean Energy Technology and Climate Change |
3 |
2 |
3 |
Electives (Select One) |
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ESM 566 |
Mergers, Acquisition and Restructuring in the Energy Sector |
3 |
2 |
4 |
ESM 568 |
Oil, Gas and Electricity Management |
3 |
2 |
4 |
Total |
21 |
14 |
22 |
|
Research Project June – August |
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ESM 570 |
Research Project Work |
0 |
20 |
10 |
Total Credit Hours |
39 |
41 |
51 |
Mode of course delivery
The programme is offered through distance education, a learning oriented system allowing greater flexibility in learning while students continue with their regular professional work. The programme is offered in a mixed mode format. The approach uses print and electronic media in order to be responsive to the needs of the learner and also maximize the use of technology in course delivery.
At the heart of the programme is excellent online learning materials developed by capable and competent resource persons from KNUST and other recognized institutions.
Academic Support Systems/Services
Limited face-to-face facilitated sessions are provided at all the Learning Centres. These sessions are supported by print and electronic materials, and local learning facilitators who also support and direct students as they work through the resources provided.
The Centres provide learning support to students living in different parts of the country, thus reducing travel expenses.
Learning centres
Head of department
Exam officer
Programme coordinator
Applicants must hold a good first degree in any discipline from a recognised University.
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