Romania stands at a crossroads. We have the resources, a strategic positioning, and a wave of new technologies needed for the energy transition. Yet what truly makes the difference isn’t just policy, politics or infrastructure. It’s leadership. It’s the vision, courage, and competence of the people behind the decisions. I believe deeply that education is the engine behind that transformation. Not education in the abstract, but one that is relevant, practical, and empowering. That’s why the Energy MBA was created: to grow the kind of leaders this sector needs, people like you, who are already in the field, already making decisions, and who now need the perspective, the confidence, and the tools to make a greater impact.

In an era of accelerating energy transition, geopolitical tensions, and unprecedented technological change, technical know-how alone is not enough. Leaders must understand markets, regulation, finance, technologies, and people. 

And that is what we focus on at the Bucharest University of Economic Studies, and we are proud to offer one of the most dynamic and future-ready programs in the region — the Energy MBA, a modular, interdisciplinary program taught in English and designed for professionals across the energy value chain.

Whether you’re working in oil & gas, renewables, utilities, regulation, finance, or policymaking, this program equips you to lead. Participants are typically mid-level and senior professionals from both public and private sectors, coming from a wide range of organizations: ministries, energy companies, startups, consultancy firms, and regulatory bodies. What they share is the hunger to learn, the desire to expand their network and the ambition to make a difference.

Why Now?

The energy sector is undergoing profound change. From the European Green Deal and Fit for 55, to hydrogen strategies, prosumers, and digital grids, the industry is shifting fast. The Energy MBA addresses this transformation head-on. We focus on what matters: strategic thinking, financial and operational insight, and above all, leadership. Because in this field, those who lead well are those who truly understand the interconnectedness of policy, market forces, and technology.

Our graduates are not just better managers, they are more effective leaders. They gain clarity in decision-making, confidence in complexity, and the communication skills to bring people with them.

From a peer network to a community of energy leaders

Perhaps one of the most valuable assets of the Energy MBA is its peer network. Our participants form lasting bonds and continue to collaborate long after graduation. The diversity of experience in each cohort enhances every discussion, every project, and every perspective shared.

In this program, you learn not only from professors, but from each other. And that collaborative, cross-sectoral dynamic is exactly what energy leadership demands today.

We take the responsibility to nurture the community with dedicated events both for alumni and current students. 

Learning from the very best

The quality of an MBA program stands on the strength of its instructors. And here, we are proud to offer a faculty that blends academic rigor with real-world excellence from Romania and abroad:

  • CEOs and presidents of major utility companies
  • Senior officials from regulatory bodies and ministries
  • C-level executives from the private sector
  • Respected professors from the Bucharest University of Economic Studies and partner universities abroad

This unique mix ensures that every session brings insight grounded in both experience and evidence. Whether you are exploring risk management, green finance, energy markets, or organizational behaviour, you will be guided by those who have lived it — and who are willing to share both their successes and hard-won lessons.

What you will learn and why it matters

Our curriculum is carefully designed to reflect the evolving challenges and opportunities in the energy sector. Among the most impactful courses in the program are:

  • Leadership, People Management and Organizational Behavior. This course helps students develop the leadership mindset and interpersonal skills required to lead diverse teams, manage stakeholders, and drive performance in dynamic environments.
  • Financial Management of Energy Projects. With energy investments often involving billions of euros and long project cycles, students will learn to master financial fundamentals, to evaluate project viability, build robust financial models, and structure funding for bankable projects.
  • Energy Trading. This course demystifies how electricity, gas, and carbon markets operate. Participants gain practical insight into trading strategies, market risks, and pricing mechanisms — critical knowledge for anyone working in liberalized energy markets.
  • Sustainability Strategies in the Energy Sector. ESG is now at the core of strategic decision-making. This course equips participants to design and implement sustainability strategies aligned with decarbonization targets, regulatory trends, and stakeholder expectations.
  • Digital Technologies in the Energy Sector. From smart grids to AI-driven forecasting, digitalization is redefining energy. This course explores how data, automation, and new technologies are transforming operations, enabling innovation, and opening new business models.

These five pillars equip our graduates with the tools to lead the sector’s transition — combining strategic vision with practical skills in finance, technology, and sustainability.

An MBA in Energy isn’t only about a promotion or a raise, though many graduates do move into higher positions. It’s about preparing for a future where energy professionals will be asked to navigate uncertainty, lead change, and create sustainable value.

The Energy MBA gives you more than tools. It gives you a voice, a network, and a strategic mindset to achieve your goal, whether this would be to grow within your company, transition to a new role, shape policies, become an entrepreneur, or make advocacy.

Be among the ones who lead

In every transition, some wait for change and others shape it. The Energy MBA is built for those who want to lead. If you’re ready to challenge yourself, to connect with others who share your ambition, and to build the future of the energy sector with integrity and clarity — we are ready for you.

Leadership in energy isn’t optional. It’s urgent. And it starts here.

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  • The Energy MBA – Education for the leaders of the energy transition By Cătălina Nedelcu, Energy MBA Program Director, Bucharest University of Economic Studies