Program Overview

Program Overview

The University of Strathclyde offers a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a Specialisation in Sustainable Energy Futures. This program is designed to support progression from a technical specialism to leadership positions, preparing participants for higher-level strategic positions.

Key Facts

• Study mode and duration: Part-time in Glasgow, over 3 years
• Triple-accredited business school: AMBA, AACSB & EQUIS
• Over 50 years: Delivering the prestigious MBA programme

Program Description

The MBA with Specialism in Sustainable Energy Futures is developed jointly by Strathclyde Business School and industry partners from the energy sector. It builds on the highly successful Strathclyde MBA and sees leading academics work with industry partners to tackle some of the key issues facing the industry right now. The program explores future trends and development and prepares the workforce of the future.

Why This Course?

This course helps decision-makers develop a systems-thinking perspective for their organisations, mindful that place-based approaches can support collaborations towards net zero and a just transition towards more resilient communities. Participants will have the opportunity to work alongside other leaders in their industry, across sectors and silos, to develop holistic propositions and policies that can create policy change, social impact, and social innovation.

Course Content

The course is delivered by expert faculty academics in conjunction with key industry partners. It's delivered via a blended approach utilising the virtual learning environment and executive education on-campus facilities. Course modules include:

• Strategic Leadership Development
• The Sustainable Energy Organisation
• Grand Challenges of Corporate Governance: Energy, Policy & Sustainability
• Leading a Sustainable Organisation
• Operations & Project Management
• Business Intelligence & Data Analytics
• Accounting & Financial Practice of Energy Transitions
• Partnerships, Stakeholder Relationships & Business Development in a Digital Age
• Entrepreneurial Thinking & Practice
• Digital Transformation & Technical Innovation
• Energy Supply & Trading
• Economic Analysis for Strategists within the Energy Sector
• Applied Strategic Management
• Project

Learning & Teaching

Learning methods include:

• Face-to-face teaching by University staff and industry leaders
• Regular executive coaching, mentoring, and action learning sets led by global practitioners and academic mentors
• Home/private study with specially prepared core learning materials
• Assignments set, marked, or validated by University staff

Assessment

Assessment throughout the programme involves a combination of:

• Coursework
• Workshops
• Group work
• Presentations
• Portfolio

Entry Requirements

For entry to the MBA programme, you must:

• Hold a degree from a UK university, or equivalent academic qualification from a comparable non-UK institution
• Be at least 24 years of age
• Have a minimum of three years' full-time postgraduate experience where the management of people and resources has played a significant role
• Competence in English: A minimum score of 6.5 in IELTS is required for those applicants whose first language is not English

Fees & Funding

• Tuition fees: £30,375 (2024/25)
• There are no additional costs. These fees include all tuition materials
• Fees can be paid in instalments, and apprenticeship funding can be utilised for eligible applicants
• International students may have associated visa and immigration costs

Careers

The University recognises that career development is one of the main reasons why people invest in an MBA. You will work with an Academic Mentor to explore how the knowledge, skills, and behaviours developed throughout your MBA journey will enable you to progress your career. Dedicated careers resources include a library of MBA-specific information and resources through the Careers Portal.

Triple-Accredited Business School

The University of Strathclyde Business School is triple-accredited by AMBA, AACSB, and EQUIS. This accreditation reflects the school's commitment to excellence in management education.