Master of Business Administration in Energy Management
(R-DL/0414/7/0076) (09/29) (MQA/SWA 12377)
Introduction
Rising energy demand is at odds with the threat of fast depleting energy resources—demanding energy providers to engage a strategic approach to energy management. Amid intensifying scrutiny over costs, carbon output and sustainability, the oil, gas and energy industry requires a resourceful talent pool of energy management professionals to navigate global challenges in support of UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
In response to the global forces at work, Master of Business Administration in Energy Management (MBA-EM) prepares students to pivot to new technologies and drive towards a model that supports future-ooking strategies. As such, the programme exposes students to a wide array of real industry challenges and case studies. In addition to lectures, the programme offers multi-sided learning approaches such as seminars and consultancy based projects. Ultimately, by leveraging the latest energy management knowledge and trends, students are poised to play a critical role in the design of the industry's carbon-neutral future.
The MBA-EM ODL programme runs for 5 trimesters, 50 credit hours, 20 months with a comprehensive curriculum design. The programme delivered via e-learning platform, UTP ULearnX, comprises Business Core modules, Energy Management modules and a Management Consultancy Project.
Programme Objectives
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Specialists who can demonstrate the mastery of theoretical & practical knowledge in business.
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Specialists who can demonstrate comprehensive managerial and entrepreneurial skills to lead effectively and responsibly in organizations.
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Specialists who have abilities to adopt and apply digital applications and analytical techniques competently to support business functions.
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Specialists who have abilities to demonstrate teamwork, interpersonal skills, creativity and innovation skills.
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Specialists who are committed to learning for continuous development.
Programme Outcomes
- Critically evaluate theories and concepts in business.
- Resolve business problems by providing recommendations to organisations.
- Organize critical business problems in organizations by adhering to legal, ethical and professional practices.
- Effectively communicate business solutions in written and oral forms and demonstrate effective collaborative skills with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrate abilities in analytics and digital skills to support business decision making.
- Interpret and synthesis data to offer meaningful conclusion to support decision making in business.
- Demonstrate leadership skills and responsibility in managing business and energy related organizations.
- Demonstrate the skills and philosophies of lifelong learning in their academic and career development.
- Apply entrepreneurial skills in resolving business solutions.
What is ODL & How it is Conducted in UTP
ODL stands for Open and Distance Learning, a way of studying remotely that offers flexibility for learning from anywhere, anytime, and anyhow with self-directed learning strategies.
In UTP, ODL is conducted as below:
- 100% online with self-instructional materials (SIMS)
- 8 hours minimum of online live class session for each course in one semester
- Classes after working hours/over the weekend
- Online open-book final exam
Programme Highlights
- MBA programme with specialization in Energy Management.
- Focusing on Energy Management, ESG (environmental, social, and governance), LCE (low-carbon economy), and sustainability.
- The programme also offers Data Analytics course to equip students with the ability/skill for interpreting data to get actionable insights for business decisions making.
Programme Details
Department: Department of Mechanical Engineering
Intakes: January, May, and September
Mode of Deliverance:
Modular
Min 1 year 8 months, Max 3 years
Full Time ODL
Entry Requirements
- Bachelor’s Engineering Degree or any relevant field from a recognised university with a CGPA of 2.50 - 2.74 or its equivalent OR;
- Bachelor’s Engineering Degree or any relevant field from a recognised university with a CGPA of 2.00 - 2.49 or its equivalent will require 5 years of working experience and internal rigorous assessment
Apel.A field:
English Requirements
- A minimum TOEFL score of 500 or equivalent
- A minimum IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent
- Native English speakers or holding a degree with English as the medium of instruction may be exempted from this requirement
Pre-requisite courses
Bachelor’s Degree from non-engineering relevant will have to take pre-requisite courses as below:
It will be conducted 100% online
Estimated Total Cost Fee
- Full Time ODL: RM 27,500 (Malaysian), RM 35,300 (International)
Contact Information
Programme Manager
Assoc. Prof. Dr Amjad Shamim, CMgr FCMI
Email: amjad.shamim@utp.edu.my
Direct Line: +605 3687765
Academic Executive
Mr Hendy Putra Herman
Email: hendyputra.herman@utp.edu.my
Direct Line: +605 368 7738
General Inquiries
Ms Nurul Asmira Sulaiman
Email: asmira.sulaiman@utp.edu.my
Direct Line: +6053688192
FAQs
1. Will the test and final exam be conducted online?
Yes, all test and final exam will be conducted online via UlearnX on weekend.
2. Do I need to come to UTP campus?
No, all ODL students will not need to come to UTP campus throughout their study. However, we might see each other in various engagements held in Kuala Lumpur.
3. What is the added value for MBA-EM at UTP?
There will be a session with Adjunct lecturers from Industry. We also have an Adjunct Professor talk with MBA-EM annually and a Visiting Professor to co-teach in certain subjects.
