Overview
Lead businesses towards change with a valuable master’s degree in sustainable energy management. This need-of-the-hour program introduces you to new methods and technologies that organizations can adopt to utilize natural resources wisely and chart a route to profitability without putting the planet at stake.
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What You'll Learn
Transform into a sustainability champion with this program that combines software-based, hands-on-skill-based, field-based project work, and case-based analytical learning.
- Specialized Courses: MBA in SEM is a comprehensive management program designed to meet the requirements of a futuristic sustainable society and industry. The curriculum of this program is uniquely designed with specialized courses in the domains of Management, Renewable Energy, Energy Management, Sustainability, Communication, and other relevant concepts.
- Management: Learn the key aspects of marketing, finance, human resources, operations, and management of a business pertaining to the sustainable energy industry.
- Domain Knowledge and Competency: The program specifically focuses on developing knowledge and competencies in the environmental domain with a rigorous blend of theory and practical knowledge of sustainable energy, energy economics, energy reforms and management, and other relevant concepts.
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Program at a Glance
Get a blend of theoretical and practical knowledge of sustainable energy management with courses offering insight into a theory which are taught with the help of real-world issues, cases and events.
Semester 1
The first semester focuses on the basic and fundamental concepts of sustainable energy management, such as energy overview, reforms, economics, hydrocarbon and alternative energy projects, natural and energy resources and many more. It will lay a significant foundation for the students on their path to master in the field of energy management.
Semester 2
The second semester focuses on providing an advanced level of knowledge in core areas such as financial and management accounting, environmental management, energy performance monitoring laboratory, statistics and data analytics for energy projects, energy audit and conservation, advanced power and renewable energy systems, management of energy projects, managerial communications, MOOC course, and summer internship.
Semester 3
The third semester provides advanced domain-specific knowledge through a vast pool of electives and core areas, which include research methodology and project seminar, 2 program electives, 2 domain electives and 3 general electives.
Semester 4
The fourth semester courses focus on making students practically experience the industry while executing the learnt concepts through project work, 3 program electives and 3 domain electives.
Hyderabad Campus
Nestled away in the green burrows of Shamirpet, our
vibrant Hyderabad campus offers an irresistible academic experience for
the discerning learner.
Duration: Two years full time
Courses
- Sem. 1
- Sem. 2
- Sem. 3
- Sem. 4
Semester 1
The first semester focuses on the basic and fundamental concepts of sustainable energy management, such as energy overview, reforms, economics, hydrocarbon and alternative energy projects, natural and energy resources and many more.
This semester will lay a significant foundation for the students on their path to master in the field of energy management.
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Energy Outlook and Hydrocarbon Projects
Understanding India’s present primary energy mix and projected growth, along with energy security dynamics.
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Energy Reforms and Planning
Gain policy planning skills to appraise the flow of reforms from a geopolitical level to a functional level and then to the sectoral levels.
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Natural Resources Management
Understanding the availability and distribution of various natural resources and their conservation techniques.
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Principles and Practices of Management
Learn about the various functions in management practices.
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Alternative Energy Projects
Gain a basic understanding of alternative energy projects and learn the application of various types of those in the energy sector.
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Renewable Energy Resource Assessment
Understanding the techniques used for wind, solar and other renewable energy assessment.
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Energy Economics and Appraisal
Learning the techniques to evaluate the energy project on the basis of economic, financial and environmental aspects.
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Principles of Sustainability
Understanding the various dimensions and indicators of sustainability.
- MOOC
Semester 2
The second semester focuses on providing an advanced level of knowledge in core areas such as financial and management accounting, environmental management, energy performance monitoring laboratory, statistics and data analytics for energy projects, energy audit and conservation, advanced power and renewable energy systems, management of energy projects, managerial communications, MOOC course, and summer internship.
The six weeks of summer internship provide a better synergy between theory and practice. These courses help the learners to acquire knowledge in some of the advanced and latest technologies and practices in the energy sector.
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Financial and Management Accounting
Learning the financial aspects of the organization with a specific focus on project accounting.
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Environmental Management
Understanding various terminologies and assessment techniques used for evaluating Environmental Impact.
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Energy Performance Monitoring Laboratory
Dealing with different measuring practices in energy performance monitoring.
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Statistics and Data Analytics for Energy Projects
Understanding the statistical and data analytics in energy projects to grab possible opportunities.
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Energy Audit and Conservation
Gaining knowledge of the energy conservation opportunities.
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Advanced Power and Renewable Energy Systems
Understanding the advancements in power and renewable energy systems.
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Management of Energy Projects
Familiarizing the concepts of project planning and scheduling process.
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Managerial Communications
Demonstrating interpersonal skills, including nonverbal behavior, listening skills, and feedback strategies for managerial communication.
- MOOC
- Summer Internship
Semester 3
The third semester provides advanced domain-specific knowledge through a vast pool of electives and core areas, which include research methodology and project seminar, 2 program electives, 2 domain electives and 3 general electives. These courses provide domain-specific knowledge in various areas of the energy sector.
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Research Methodology and Project Seminar:
Learning and acquiring the techniques involved in research methodology.
- 2 Program Electives
- 2 Domain Electives
- 3 General Electives
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Sustainability in Energy Projects
Learning sustainability aspects of energy projects.
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Power Transmission and Distribution Management
Understanding the functioning of the electrical T&D system.
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Energy Modeling
Learning simulation-based energy modeling.
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Renewable Energy Technologies
Grasping the decentralized renewable energy opportunities.
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Carbon Neutral Assets and Low Carbon Enterprise
Understanding carbon abatement potential in India and policy implementation to achieve the same.
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Energy Storage and EV Ecosystem
Learning the techniques of energy storage and EV systems.
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Energy Pricing and Trading
Learning pricing and trading strategies for the energy industry.
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Management of Power Projects
Understanding management concepts of various power projects.
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Energy Project Contracts
Understanding project procurement and tendering procedures for energy projects.
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Sustainable Asset and Life-Cycle Management
Provides knowledge in sustainable assets and how to conduct life cycle management.
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Green Buildings and Ratings
Understanding the concepts of green building and the rating systems.
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Business Strategic Management
Understanding business strategy techniques and practices.
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Organizational Behavior
Learning about the elements of cognitive process and their implications in managerial practice.
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Entrepreneurship Management
Understanding the concepts of becoming an entrepreneur.
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Marketing Management
Developing proficiency in marketing strategies.
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Operations Management
Understanding the concepts of production, planning and control in the energy sector.
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Project Risk management
Understanding the concept of risk, different types of risks in projects, and risk management practices.
Program Electives
Domain Electives
General Electives
Semester 4
The fourth-semester courses focus on making students practically experience the industry while executing the learnt concepts through project work, 3 program electives, and 3 domain electives. The project work gives an opportunity to solve problems in the energy sector.
- Project Work
- 3 Program Electives
- 3 Domain Electives
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Energy Transition
Developing an understanding of the concepts of energy transition.
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Data Analytics for Energy Projects
Learning advanced techniques in data analytics for energy projects.
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Hydrogen Systems Technologies
Understanding various hydrogen systems.
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Clean Energy Technologies
Learning various clean energy technologies.
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Oil and Gas Project Management
Acquiring exposure to the reservoir management concept, data acquisition, analysis, management practices, and ability to analyze the oil and gas field performance and predict future responses.
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Solar Energy Technologies and Management
Enabling insight into the world of solar technologies like solar thermal and PV systems.
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Operations and Maintenance for Energy Projects
Understanding the concepts of energy projects O&M.
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Energy and Environment
Learning the synergy between energy and environment.
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Project Quality Management
Understanding the techniques to improve the quality of projects.
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Supply Chain and ERP Management
Developing proficiency in supply chain and ERP management practices.
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Carbon Management
Understanding the techniques in carbon management.
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Corporate Sustainability
Getting inputs on the management practices in corporate sustainability.
Program Electives
Domain Electives
An enriching environment
Class Profile
Join a diverse and enthusiastic group of learners ready to explore
the
business analytics world.
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21
Average age
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8
Average Courses Each Semester
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24
Average Credits Per Semester
Our leader
Prof. Vishnu Namboodiri V, Program Director, MBA SEM
It was not that long when Prof. Vishnu Namboodiri V joined NICMAR University, Hyderabad, and he is currently leading the MBA in Sustainability Energy Management program. He is a dynamic professional who has over 4 years of industry experience. With an M.Tech in Energy Systems Analysis, Prof. Vishnu is pursuing a Ph.D. in Renewable Energy from IIT Delhi. He has pursued Design from Government Engineering College, Kerala and has done B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from SCAD CET (Anna University, Chennai).
Prof. Vishnu has significantly contributed to Materials for Energy Applications through numerous publications in international journals. His area of research interest is related to energy systems and their optimization for building environments.
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Admission and Degree Requirements
- Graduates with a minimum percentage of 60% (55% for the candidates from SC/ST/OBC/PwD category) are eligible for this program.
- Eligible candidates will be invited to appear for the selection procedure, which comprises Written Tests (CUET UG/ AIMA UGAT/ NICMAR UG NCAT), Personal Interview, and Academic Performance in Class XII and Class X.
Your trajectory
Career opportunities
As an MBA graduate from School of Energy and Clean Technologies, you can pursue the following careers:
| Energy and Sustainability Analyst | Sustainability Consultant |
| Sustainability Manager | Renewable Energy Executive/Engineer |
| Project Manager | Entrepreneur |
FAQs
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What are the placement prospects of the MBA SEM program?
We’re proud of the industry connections that we’ve built and nurtured over the last 30 years, allowing us to invite only the best and most sought-after recruiters for our students. Every year, we are visited by over 200 companies for campus placements. Thus, even if MBA SEM is our freshest program, you can rest assured of top-notch placement assistance during your final year and interim internships.
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What kind of financial aid can you help with?
We’ve tied up with India’s leading banks and financial institutions for you to get education loans with utmost ease. These institutions include HDFC Credila, ICICI Bank, Saraswat Co-op Bank, Bank of Baroda, Credenc, Union Bank of India, Avanse and many others.
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Is an internship a part of this program? What kind of support can I expect?
Of course! The MBA SEM program offers internships at the end of Sem II (year 1), and you'll be provided with the complete assistance required. What’s more? The internships offered may also result in a PPO (Pre-placement Offer).
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Is there any compulsory subject I need to take in graduation to be eligible
for MBA SEM?
Absolutely not! Students from any stream and with any choice of subjects can apply for MBA SEM.
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