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Master of Energy Management (MEM)
Program Snapshot
- 30 Credits
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- Conditional Admission
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Opening Application Date
Apply now to start in Fall 2025!
Why Earn Your Master of Energy Management at New York Tech?
Our MEM program teaches you the skills to address global energy-related challenges and become a leader in energy management. You’ll learn to apply cutting-edge energy technologies, develop effective policies, and utilize management methodologies to help corporations, governments, and organizations meet their climate change commitments. Our curriculum is designed to align with B.C.’s energy policies while offering national and international perspectives.
The program consists of 30 credits, including a fundamental core of seven required courses and three elective courses. You can tailor your studies with a combination of technical energy management courses and MBA courses.
Specializations
- Building Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization (BEED): Prepare for careers in building energy modeling and related fields. You will learn to develop strategies that reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions, advancing more sustainable building practices.
- Sustainability, Climate Resilience, and Adaptation (SCRA): Gain a comprehensive understanding of how to support communities, businesses, and industries in preparing for and adapting to climate change risks, with an emphasis on resilience and long-term sustainability across diverse sectors.
- Advanced Renewable Energy Systems (ARES): Explore advanced concepts in designing, modeling, and costing renewable single and hybrid energy systems, including solar and wind energy, with optional integration of innovative storage solutions like batteries and hydrogen-based systems.
What You’ll Learn
You’ll gain expertise in innovative energy technologies, policy development, and management strategies, preparing you to lead in the energy sector and drive sustainable change.
Our Faculty
Master of Energy Management program is led by a distinguished faculty of industry experts and accomplished academics. They bring real-world experience and cutting-edge research into the classroom, ensuring you receive a top-tier education that prepares you for leadership in the global energy industry.
Customize Your Studies
Internship Work Experience
Our internship program offers academic credit for work experience under the guidance of a faculty member and/or an industrial partner.
Student Life
Campus is a hub of activity, offering a wide range of clubs, organizations, and events that cater to diverse interests. Whether you’re passionate about technology, business, culture, or social causes, you’ll find a community that shares your interests and supports your growth.
Events & Activities
We understand your life as a student doesn’t stop at the classroom door. We aim to provide social, cultural, and wellness-based activities to give you the best possible experience here. Every semester, we offer unique events and activities that take you both on and off-campus.
Stats & Rankings
3,500+
Alumni have graduated from New York Tech’s Vancouver campus over the past two-plus decades
1,000+
Doers, makers, and innovators are currently pursuing advanced degrees at our Broadway Tech Centre location
Top 10%
Return on Investment over 20, 30, and 40 years
Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce
Career & Salary Outlook
Employment for natural and applied science policy researchers, consultants, and program officers is in high demand due to the increasing need for sustainable energy solutions, climate change mitigation strategies, and the development of innovative technologies to address global environmental challenges. (WorkBC)
Job Growth
Canadian jobs in the clean energy sector are projected to grow by 7% annually, increasing from 509,000 in 2025 to 2.7 million by 2050 in a net-zero scenario.
This forecast comes from new modeling conducted by Clean Energy Canada and Navius Research, which examined various Canadian energy scenarios leading up to 2050.
Career Options
- Energy Advisor
- Energy Consultant
- Energy Management Specialist
- Environmental Solutions Engineer
- Distributed Generation Project Manager
Salary Projections
The median salary for natural and applied science policy researchers, consultants, and program officers in British Columbia is CA$82,506. (WorkBC)
Program Details
Learn more about the Master of Energy Management program, including admission requirements, how to apply, and scholarship/funding opportunities.
Admission Requirements
You must possess the following credentials in order to be considered for the Master of Energy Management program at New York Tech Vancouver:
- Four-year bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university in science, applied science, or engineering.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Minimum GRE score of 295 (if required).
- Proof of English language proficiency or successful completion of the University Pathway Program from one of our partner schools.
Flexible Prerequisite Options
Some applicants without a bachelor’s degree in science, applied science, engineering, or a related field may be eligible for conditional admission upon the completion of certain foundation courses.
Scholarships
New York Institute of Technology-Vancouver is offering an MEM Entrance Academic Scholarship for prospective students who will start in the Summer or Fall 2025 semester. We also offer a Domestic Student Scholarship for Permanent Residents of Canada and Canadian students who will start in the Summer or Fall 2025 semesters.
Student Voices
The Energy Management (EM) program at New York Tech Vancouver has been instrumental in shaping my career, especially in my current role at Small Planet Supply. The program’s curriculum provided me with a strong foundation in energy efficiency, sustainability practices, and innovative technologies.
Ben Wong (M.S. EM ’22) Brand Manager – Small Planet Supply
The program’s alignment with B.C.’s energy policies has been invaluable in my work to implement sustainable solutions in the local context while considering global best practices. The blend of technical courses and electives has equipped me with both the technical expertise and business acumen necessary to drive meaningful change in the real estate sector.
Cris Nitz (M.S. EM ’21) Manager, Environmental Sustainability – Concert Properties
EM program provided a comprehensive curriculum that deepened my understanding of sustainable energy practices and advanced analytical techniques, steering my career toward energy assessments/analysis. The program’s emphasis on real-world applications enabled me to implement innovative solutions that align with industry standards and regulations.
Shiva Nekooei (M.S. EM ’21) Energy Efficiency Specialist – Fisher Resource Efficiency Solutions Company Ltd.
The EM program gave me the opportunity to work on a renewable energy project, which helped me gain practical experience with cutting-edge energy solutions. The faculty and the support system at New York Tech were incredible, guiding me to various presentations/competitions (winning them as well).
Aliasgar Parekh (M.S. EM ’23) Business Energy Advisor – GreenStep Solutions
The EM program equipped me with essential energy modeling skills and tools like RETScreen, HOT2000, and eQUEST. I now apply these in my role as an Energy Simulation Specialist to design energy-efficient buildings and support sustainable practices.
Ivy Shen (MEM. ’23) Energy Simulation Specialist – Rocky Point Engineering Ltd.
