Energy Data Management with Business Analytics Graduate Certificate
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-18 | 2023-05-05 |
Program Overview
Energy Data Management with Business Analytics is the first course in the world to bring together asset data management across multiple arms of the bulk power generation sector; specifically, wind, oil and gas and nuclear. The inclusion of Business Analytics further enhances the employability of data managers across the sector.
Program Outline
You will develop an understanding of the lifecycle of various types of technical data that describe the physical assets of bulk power generation in nuclear and wind power and in oil and gas. Some of these data types require management over decades and even centuries.
Further, you will explore what is necessary to protect and provide this data for use along the asset’s own lifecycle. This draws on the principles of the parent discipline of Information Management, as well as incorporating Business Analytics. Students will thus have perspectives as data service providers and data analysts.
Modules
Modules and delivery order may change for operational purposes. The University regularly reviews its courses. Course content and structure may change over time. See our
course and module disclaimer
for more information.Learning Methods
This course is an online course taught through
CampusMoodle
, the university’s Virtual Learning Environment and utilising Microsoft Teams for real-time communication. These tools provide you with open access to tutors and other students. You will benefit from being part of a group with the invaluable opportunity to participate in active, group learning within a supportive online community setting.
CampusMoodle
provides you with lecture and course materials including:
Activity Summary
How long is a Graduate Certificate in Energy Data Management with Business Analytics course?
The Energy Data Management with Business Analytics course can be successfully completed in 9 months.
Independent Study
In addition to utilising the RGU Online library and the open internet, students are encouraged to take up student membership of membership bodies to access additional learning resources, such as events, conferences and member-only publications. Examples of such bodies include the Society for Professional Data Managers and the PPDM Association.
Staff Delivering on this Course
This course is taught by the academic staff within Information Management and Business Analytics who have significant teaching, research and professional experience, including experience in the energy industry.
Our staff are Fellows of Advance HE or equivalent organisations. This is a professional recognition of lecturer practice, impact and leadership in teaching and learning.
The course content has been developed and reviewed in partnership with industry and some guest lecturers may be invited to give virtual webinars.
Assessment
Typically students are assessed each year:
Feedback
We aim to provide you with feedback within 20 working days of hand-in for all written exams, coursework and practical exams.
Academic Support
The Inclusion Centre advises and supports students who disclose a sensory or mobility impairment, chronic medical condition, mental health issue, dyslexia and other specific learning differences. Applicants are encouraged to arrange a pre-entry visit to discuss any concerns and to view the facilities.
The Inclusion Centre
Online Learning & Support
All undergraduate and postgraduate students, whether you are learning on campus or by online learning, benefit from using our collaborative virtual learning environment, CampusMoodle. You will be provided with 24/7 online access to your learning material and resources, along with the ability to interact with your class members and tutors for discussion and support.
CampusMoodle
Study Skills Support
The Study Support Team provides training and support to all students in:
Study Skills Support
Library Support
The Library offers support for your course, including the books, eBooks, and journals you will need. We also offer online reading lists for many modules, workshops and drop-ins on searching skills and referencing, and much more.
University Library
Job Prospects
There is a growing recognition of the need for more effective data management in the energy sector. Graduates work in operators, regulators and service companies around the world.
Is Energy Data Management with Business Analytics a good career choice?
On completion, you will be able to undertake a diverse range of roles in energy operators, national data repositories, regulators and in the supply chain for equipment, data and services including:
In addition to gaining a recognised industry-focussed qualification, this course will also provide you with access to our CILIP accredited courses allowing you to develop your knowledge and career further.
The course facilitates access to any of our Information Management MSc courses.
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