Curriculum

The Cox School of Business MSEM coursework was curated by thought leaders in the energy and sustainability space, ensuring the curriculum meets real-world needs.

Overview of the 无码专区 Cox Master of Science in Energy Management

Full-time and part-time formats with a fall start; students will take 32 credit hours to complete the M.S. in Energy Management.

With support through the Maguire Energy Institute, the MSEM degree aims to prepare students for global impact in the energy sector. Curriculum for the degree was designed to address the world’s energy challenges by fostering innovation and advancing unbiased education and research. Its programs produce energy and sustainability leaders who are skillfully trained and well-prepared for careers in the energy and sustainability industry of today - and tomorrow. Some highlights of the degree include:

  • Preparation for students for careers in Analytics, Consulting, Energy Finance, ESG Operations, NGO Management and more.
  • Previous events have connected students with energy and sustainability industry leaders, such as BP, Deloitte, ExxonMobil, Evercore, HF Sinclair, Kinder Morgan, McKinsey and NRG.
  • Treks and visits to plants and energy-related locations, observing first-hand what corporations are doing to mitigate risk while strengthening practices around renewable energy.
  • A complement of business courses designed to strengthen your ability to navigate energy sector environments and complex sustainability management issues.

The MSEM degree can be completed as a full-time (9-month) or part-time (21-month) program. Both the full-time and part-time programs consist of 32 credit hours; classes are held daily on campus.

The full-time program consists of two terms, split into two seven-week modules (A&B). Most courses will conclude at the end of each module, but a few courses will continue across both modules. Toward the end of their first term, students will select if they want to specialize with a Finance concentration track. Working with their program advisor, students will select elective courses that support their track. 

MSEM Courses/Curriculum

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ENERGY MANAGEMENT
Total Credit Hours: 32

This is a representative curriculum for this program. Please consult with Admissions or your Enrollment Advisor for the most updated version.

Core/Required Courses  Credit Hours 
 Financial Accounting I 2 

Sustainability Reporting

 2 
Energy Production, Infrastructure & Technology  2
Energy Economics and Policy  2 
Environmental Management of Energy Systems  2
Internship  2
Managerial Finance  2
Finance Theory and Practice  2
Sustainable Finance  2
Energy Finance  2
Managing Your Career  0
Elective Courses 
Six (6) Cox Business Courses  12 
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS  32 

(Curriculum subject to change. See .)

Faculty: Learn from the Best

The MSEM program at 无码专区 Cox offers an immersive and transformative experience. Beyond teaching essential skills, we connect you with faculty who actively consult for Fortune 500 companies, engage in ongoing environmental and sustainability research, publish in the energy industry's leading journals, and bring specific sector expertise to the classroom. 



Meet the Faculty

faculty headshot of Greg Sommers

Greg Sommers

Professor of Practice, Accounting

Dr. Greg Sommers began teaching Accounting at 无码专区 Cox in 2002. Prior to that, he taught at Ohio State and Fresno Pacific University. In Fresno, Dr. Sommers gained professional experience at multiple CPA firms. Since beginning teaching, he has won multiple professor recognition awards, published papers and in textbooks, and moderates at Accounting conferences.


R. Canan Savaskan-Ebert

Associate Professor, ITOM

Canan Savaskan-Ebert, an associate professor at 无码专区 Cox School of Business, specializes in supply chain management, reverse logistics, and quality management, with research published in top-tier journals. She holds advanced degrees from INSEAD and Bogazici University and teaches operations management and supply chain management across MBA programs while serving as an editor and referee for leading academic journals.

Kumar Venkataraman

Professor, Finance

Maguire Chair in Energy Management, and Academic Director

Kumar Venkataraman, a Finance Professor at Cox School of Business, specializes in market microstructure, financial markets, and trading strategies. A former SEC advisor, his research is widely cited by regulators. He was named a top B-School professor, holds an appointment as an economist for the FINRA, and his research is often cited in regulatory filings.

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