Energy Business Master's Degree
Master of Science (MS) in Energy Business
Powering Business in the Energy Sector
UT Permian Basin’s Master of Science in Energy Business equips you with financial, analytical, and leadership skills tailored for today’s evolving energy industry. Through a focused curriculum, you’ll bridge energy economics, law, risk management, and operations—preparing for strategic roles in oil, gas, renewables, and global energy markets.
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MS Energy Business Degree Requirements
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Degree Requirements
Students in the Master of Science in Energy Business must complete 30 semester credit hours, including:
- Business Core (6 credits)
- Required Business Courses (6 credits)
- Energy Business Core (18 credits)
For the most current and detailed information, please refer to the official UTPB Graduate Catalog.
Career Opportunities with an MS in Energy Business
Graduates are prepared to lead in both traditional and renewable energy industries, with career paths including:
- Energy Business Analyst
- Financial Analyst (Energy Sector)
- Risk and Compliance Manager
- Operations Manager - Oil, Gas, or Renewables
- Land or Lease Manager
| Criteria | Regular Admission | Conditional Admission (GPA 2.5–2.99) | Conditional Admission with Dean’s Approval (GPA 2.25–2.49) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | Required from an accredited college or university | Required from an accredited college or university | Required from an accredited college or university |
| GPA Requirement | 3.0 or better in the last 60 credit hours of undergraduate coursework | Between 2.5 and 2.99 in the last 60 credit hours | Between 2.25 and 2.49 in the last 60 credit hours |
| Letters of Recommendation | Not required | Two letters of recommendation or professional references | Two letters of recommendation or professional references |
| Additional Materials | None | Must earn a grade of B or better in each course Take one course at a time (up to 12 credits) No electives allowed Any grade below B triggers GMAT requirement |
GMAT score of 500 or higher Essay of interest (if requested) Same conditions as other conditional admission |
| Graduate Coursework Allowed | Full 30-credit program | Up to 12 credit hours under conditional status Upgraded to regular admission after completing 12 hours with B or better |
Up to 12 credit hours under conditional status Upgraded to regular admission after completing 12 hours with B or better |
*Students granted conditional status will be changed to regular status upon successful completion of a minimum of 12 semester credit hours of MBA course coursework with a grade of B or better in each course taken.
The final decision regarding admission will be made by the Director of Graduate Programs in the College of Business.
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