Executive MBA in Energy | EMBA | University of Oklahoma Online

The 36-credit hour program consists of a 28-credit hour core curriculum and an 8-credit hour specialization. Students select from either the Hydrocarbon or Renewables specializations. World class OU faculty and professors of practice deliver the EMBA curriculum in a mostly online format. The program culminates with a Capstone Project, in which students synthesize concepts across the curriculum.

The program structure encompasses six online modules and three in-person, one-week residencies. Two of the residencies are on the OU campus (first and last module), while the third takes place in Europe. The energy industry is a global business. Current and future leaders must understand the transition the energy industry is currently undergoing as well as strategy, economics, regulatory, financial and policy decisions from an international perspective.

The OU EMBA in Energy program gives students an opportunity to experience these perspectives first- hand. The international module, about half-way through the program, is comprised of residencies in Amsterdam and London – both energy-centric locations with global influence. During the residency, students take courses, meet with energy leaders, visit energy companies, and experience local culture.

The cost of this experience is included in the tuition for the program. However, students are responsible for the expenses required to travel to the residency sites.

Course topics include:

Energy and Environment

Energy Policy and Regulations

Electric Power Systems

Introduction to Energy Accounting

Financial Markets and Securities

Derivatives and Energy Trading

Quantitative Methods and Models

ESG and Sustainability

Renewable Energy Resources

Corporate Energy Finance

Organizational Behavior

Electric Utility Fundamentals

Data, Analytics and Decision-Making

Energy Economics

Strategic Management

Carbon Management: Strategies and Steps

Cyber-Physical Security and Resilience for Smart Grid

Managing Change - Role of Leadership

The EMBA in Energy program is highly selective. We evaluate applicants based on their professional experience, their potential to make rich contributions to the learning experiences of others and their academic suitability for graduate study.

A GMAT or GRE score is not required, however to be considered for admission to the EMBA in Energy, applicants should have:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• At least eight years total work experience* including a minimum of three years of significant experience in the management of people, projects, or business units.
• A minimum two years of work experience in the energy industry related to selected specialization (Hydrocarbons or Renewables).
• Preference for active employment with a renewable energy company, or energy-related company, or energy-related work within a company. 

As part of the admissions process, applicants will be asked to submit:

• Resume
• Letter of Acknowledgement – This should come from the applicant's employer on corporate letterhead. It can be from a supervisor, manager, HR department, etc. 
• Personal Statement – To help the admissions committee gain a better understanding of you, your professional accomplishments to date, and your career aspirations.
• International students may be asked to submit either a TOEFL or an IELTS score.

*We will consider exceptional students with fewer than eight years work experience if they can demonstrate a high level of academic and professional accomplishments, responsibility and achievement.