As of August 3, 2026, the program formerly known as the Master’s in Energy and Sustainability Management is now the Master’s in Energy Management. Learn more about the change here.
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Program format
In person
Commitment
Full time or part time
Duration
Nine to 21 months
Overview
The STEM-designated Master of Science in Energy Management* (MSEM) at SMU Cox prepares students to lead at the intersection of energy markets, finance and business strategy. Offered in full-time and part-time formats, the program develops the analytical, financial and strategic decision-making skills needed to navigate today's rapidly evolving energy economy. With an updated curriculum that emphasizes energy finance, energy markets, economics and policy, infrastructure, technology and sustainable finance, students gain the business perspective employers seek to evaluate opportunities, manage risk and create long-term value.
Located in the nation’s #1 energy generating state**, SMU Cox connects students to industry through the Maguire Energy Institute, one of the country's premier energy institutes, and a network of business leaders, employers and alumni. Students customize their degree with six Cox electives or a dedicated Finance Track while gaining hands-on experience through internships that address real-world energy challenges. Graduates leave prepared to lead across the energy value chain and help shape the future of one of the world's most dynamic and consequential industries.
**U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2025
A Culture that sets us apart
At SMU Cox, you’ll join a community of driven peers, alumni who open doors, expert faculty and dedicated staff who support your goals as their own. Here, when you win, we all win.
Student success
Position yourself for new opportunities by building the business expertise and industry perspective to grow your career across the evolving energy ecosystem.
This program prepares you to excel in the following areas and professions:
- Energy finance and investment banking
- Renewable energy project development
- Data center energy management and strategy
- Energy consulting and advisory services
- Measurement, verification and energy efficiency analysis
- Land, mineral rights and royalty management
- Energy compliance and municipal energy policy
Top 20%
Best National Universities
U.S. News & World Report (2026)
$2+ trillion
The global investment in the energy transition
BloombergNEF (2026)
96%
of the world’s largest companies report on ESG and sustainability targets, KPMG (2024)
Admissions
Deadlines and details
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Requirements
- Current resume
- Written essays
- Unofficial transcripts or degree progress reports that show cumulative GPA and grades for each course taken
- Official transcripts from bachelor’s degree institution, institutions where 12 or more credit hours were taken and graduate degrees are required for candidates offered admission
- Two references (Name and contact information only. Recommendation letters are not required nor are they requested from references)
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Tuition and financial aid
Tuition and costs
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Financial aid
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Curriculum and learning
Featured courses
BUSE 6228
Energy Economics and Policy
Explores the economic principles that drive energy production and consumption across various energy sources
FINA 6228
Topics in Energy Finance
Through a combination of case studies, spreadsheet models, and class discussions, students learn about energy project valuation; techniques to recognize and measure the value of real optionality in project design; link between project structure and financial performance; hedging techniques to assess and manage commodity price risk, and the major industry players and the economics driving the energy value chain.
BUSE 6226
Energy Production, Infrastructure and Technology
Provides a broad introduction to the energy sector, covering its structure, operations, technologies, and business models. Explores traditional energy sources, focusing on fossil fuels and the value chain from extraction to end use. Also examines power generation, analyzing both high- and low-carbon technologies and their impact on the power grid.
Outside the classroom
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Internships
Get practical experience to develop industry skills and build a professional network.
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Centers and institutes
SMU Cox has 15-plus centers and institutes that supplement classroom learning with opportunities for networking, skill-building, industry treks and more.
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Clubs and organizations
Explore interests, develop leadership skills and connect with like-minded peers.
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Community engagement
Apply your classroom knowledge to real-world issues while making a positive impact.
Research
Our faculty dig deep into sustainability and energy issues within their research publications. Explore some recent pieces from faculty within the energy management sphere.
Faculty
In addition to their excellence in the classroom and in the field, Cox faculty participate in national and international conferences, collaborate with scholars across the globe and inform policy debates on topics such as market design and corporate governance.
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Facilities
Cox Career Management Center
From personal branding and coaching to internship or job searches, the CMC’s mission is to help students achieve their professional goals.
Maguire Energy Institute
A deep network of contacts provides industry leaders for student events, classroom presentations, curriculum advice and career guidance.
Frequently asked questions
A Master of Science in Energy Management prepares professionals to succeed in the business of energy. Students develop a deep understanding of the financial, economic and strategic forces influencing energy markets while building the analytical and leadership skills needed to address complex business challenges. Graduates are prepared for careers across traditional and emerging energy sectors, finance, consulting and related industries.
As the global energy industry evolves, the value of an Energy Management degree continues to grow. Organizations need professionals who can navigate both business strategy and the complexities of the energy sector. An Energy Management degree prepares you to evaluate market opportunities, understand financial and regulatory dynamics, and make informed decisions in an industry experiencing unprecedented investment and innovation. For professionals looking to advance or pivot into energy, it offers specialized expertise that is increasingly valuable across traditional and emerging energy businesses.
M.S. in Energy Management graduates are prepared for careers in finance and banking, project development, consulting, analytics, and compliance and policy development.
Many. Graduates with an M.S. in Energy and Sustainability Management can find positions in such fields as analytics, consulting, energy finance, ESG operations, NGO management and more.
The MSEM prepares students for leadership by developing the business perspective needed to make informed decisions in a complex energy industry. Through coursework in energy finance, markets, economics and strategy, combined with experiential learning and engagement with industry leaders through the Maguire Energy Institute, students learn to evaluate opportunities, manage risk and solve real-world business challenges. Graduates leave prepared to lead teams, projects and organizations with confidence in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.
Both. Designed to address the world’s pressing energy challenges, the program addresses public policy, physical technology and infrastructure, and business.