University of Oklahoma Online

Hybrid Executive MBA in Energy

The 15-month hybrid EMBA in Energy program features a dynamic “all energy, only energy” curriculum taught by experienced faculty who are senior leaders in the energy sector. Six online modules feature a combination of asynchronous and synchronous sections, offering flexibility and live interaction with classmates and esteemed faculty. The program includes a required 1.5-hour lecture on Saturday mornings and three in-person residencies. It culminates with two capstone projects in which students synthesize concepts across the curriculum.

Course Structure

You’ll earn 36 credit hours across 18 courses. Courses are offered in six 8-week modules featuring synchronous and asynchronous sessions. You’ll take 2-4 courses per module. Required live sessions take place on Saturday mornings for 1.5 hours. You can expect a time commitment of 20 to 25 hours on average per week.

The program also features two one-week, in-person modules on the OU Norman campus that bookend the program, and a 10-day international trip (London or Amsterdam) midway through the program.

• Energy and Environment
• Introduction to Energy Accounting
• Energy Economics
• Quantitative Methods and Models
• Strategic Management
• Data, Analytics, and Decision-Making
• Managing Change - Role of Leadership
• Carbon Management: Strategies and Steps
• Introduction to Energy Systems
• Energy Technology and Innovation

Renewables Specialization Elective Courses:

• Energy Policy and Regulations
• Organizational Behavior
• Financial Markets and Securities
• Corporate Energy Finance
• Derivatives and Energy Trading
• Electric, Gas & Utility Fundamentals
• Cyber-Physical Security and Resilience for Smart Grid
• Path to Net Zero
• Supply Chain Management

Hydrocarbon Specialization Elective Courses:

• Hydrocarbon Law and Regulations
• Marketing Strategy – Changing Energy Mix and New Markets
• Valuation of Hydrocarbon Resources
• Financing Hydrocarbon Projects

The EMBA in Energy program covers energy policy, economics, strategic management, and accounting, plus specialized elective courses based on the student’s chosen track in either Hydrocarbons or Renewables.

• Gain the leadership and business skills needed to obtain C-suite and management-level positions
• Develop decision-making and problem-solving skills relevant to the energy sector
• Build your network in existing energy companies and make valuable life-long connections with like-minded classmates and alumni
• Get hands-on experience when you participate in three week-long residencies

You will be qualified for executive and senior management positions in energy companies, utilities, renewable energy firms, energy trading organizations, and energy policy roles. Graduates develop competencies in strategic leadership, financial management, energy market dynamics, and regulatory compliance needed to drive organizational strategy and performance in the energy sector.

Graduates pursue leadership roles in energy companies, utilities, renewable energy organizations, oil and gas firms, energy trading companies, and government energy agencies. Career paths include Chief Operating Officer, Vice President of Operations, Director of Strategy, Energy Portfolio Manager, and Energy Policy Advisor. The program prepares you for roles managing business development, operations, finance, and strategy across the energy value chain.

This program is designed for working professionals currently employed in the energy sector or those seeking to transition into it. You should have at least 5 years of professional work experience and a bachelor's degree. Ideal candidates include mid-career professionals in oil and gas, renewable energy, utilities, energy trading, or energy policy who want to move into leadership roles.

If you're looking to deepen your business skills while staying current in your career, and you prefer flexibility over full-time study, this executive format suits you well.

The University of Oklahoma is located in the heart of the US energy sector, giving you direct access to industry leaders and networks. The hybrid format lets you advance your career without pausing your professional work. OU Online provides flexibility combined with the academic rigor of a major research university. The energy-specialized curriculum is taught with real industry context and connections, preparing you for immediate leadership impact in a sector undergoing significant transformation.

The Executive MBA in Energy is delivered in a hybrid format, with both online and in-person components. Courses are a mix of asynchronous and synchronous online sessions, plus three in-person one-week residencies. Through interactive discussions, one-on-one support, and collaborative online activities, you’ll stay connected with a valuable professional network during and after the program.