MBA in International Mineral Resources Management

Snapshot

Overview

The MBA International Mineral Resources Management is unique in the field of energy and natural resources industries education. The Programme combines conventional management education with specialist modules in a range of fields covered by CEPMLP. Students develop in-depth expertise in the fields of natural resource law, economics and policy.

This programme aims to provide an intellectually challenging academic programme of study, which will demand of the student the ability to analyse, synthesise and evaluate key theoretical concepts and practical applications in management. This will prepare future industry leaders for success in a rapidly evolving and highly competitive global business climate, where continuous innovation and change is crucial to productivity and growth in all aspects of the natural resources, energy and international business and financial transactions.

CEPMLP achieved a high research rating in the 2008 UK Research Assessent Exericse as part of the submission from the University's Law Unit of Assessment. The Unit finished among the top four in Scotland (out of 11), and among the top 19 out of 67 in the UK. All of its research was classified as being of an international standard.

Aims of the Programme

The aim of the MBA programme is to prepare participants for middle management or advisory positions in the private sector and government.  The programme aims to provide an intellectually challenging academic programme of study, which will demand of the student the ability to analyse, synthesise and evaluate key theoretical concepts and practical applications in international oil and gas management.

Students will be expected to apply learning in a simulated workplace environment, utilising case study method as a vehicle for knowledge acquisition, reflection and application.  This will prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving and highly competitive global business climate, where continuous innovation is crucial to productivity and growth in all aspects of the natural resources, energy and international business industries. 

The study context is positioned at the strategic level to reflect both the current and future work environment of the intended participants.  The programme is also designed to develop self confidence and the ability to present efficient, logical answers to complex problems; to give students methodological and problem solving skills designed to assist decision making in business situations.  Furthermore, the programme will facilitate discussions, debate and analysis of business issues and problems within an international environment and develop transferable skills particularly in working with groups as well as in presentation and communication skills.

Career Prospects

The programme is designed to equip students with a knowledge and skill set for entry and re-entry into the growing and evolving energy industries, particularly the mineral resources sectors.

Programme Content

Core and option modules provide students with functional and discipline based studies which are designed to give broad coverage of the operations of mineral resources business organisations. The industry context is examined from a strategic business perspective within the core modules and a selected menu of optional modules offer students the opportunity to explore more specific topics in depth.

An internship module is offered as one of the options to allow students the opportunity of undertaking a reflective and analytical work experience placement. This is ultimately organised by the student.

Methods of Teaching & Assessment

The programme will be delivered on campus using a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, guest speakers and computer-based simulations. Learning is also facilitated and supported using an electronic virtual learning environment (VLE). The VLE has a number of learning tools to help you successfully advance through the programme of studies and communicate with other students.

Assessment of your modules will commonly comprise both the successful completion of an examination and the preparation of a research paper or management report. The examinations take place at set periods in the academic year at the end of each of our three semesters, usually in December, April and June.

The research paper element of assessment is included in most modules and involves the development of an outline for your chosen topic of research to be negotiated between you and your module director. It will examine or extend debates from a particular subject or issue you have studied within the context of the module. This allows you to tune your studies towards a preferred area of interest and delivers a unique pathway through your studies. No two student research papers are usually the same and you will be given guidance by your distance learning tutor as to how to pursue and structure the research paper.

Entry Requirements

A good Honours degree or equivalent, preferably at upper 2nd class level or above in Business Studies, Finance, Accountancy, Economics, Petroleum or Mining Engineering, Law, Geology or other appropriate discipline.  A minimum of 2 years’ work experience at a managerial level is also required.

English Language Requirement: IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component less than 6.0 (or equivalent), if your first language is not English. Please check our Language Requirements page for details of equivalent grades from other test providers, and information about the University of Dundee English Language courses.

How to Apply

You should apply online via UKPASS, using the link above.

You need to include two references, which can be academic or workplace, and your qualifications, with your application. This can be done electronically via UKPASS, or you can send them by post to the address given on the UKPASS system.

Contact

Course Contact	Admissions Contact
Dorothy Ironside CEPMLP Carnegie Building University of Dundee Nethergate Dundee DD1 4HN Scotland Telephone: 01382 385453 (from the UK) Telephone: +44 (0)1382 385453 (from outside the UK) Fax: 01382 385854 (from the UK) Fax: +44 (0)1382 385854 (from outside the UK) Email: CEPMLP@dundee.ac.uk	Postgraduate Admissions Admissions and Student Recruitment University of Dundee Nethergate Dundee DD1 4HN Scotland Telephone: 01382 384 384 (from the UK) Telephone: +44 1382 384 384 (from outside the UK) Fax: 01382 385 500 (from the UK) Fax: +44 1382 385 500 (from outside the UK) Email: postgrad-admissions@dundee.ac.uk