Economics and Energy Management
From Vision to Execution: Shaping Leaders for the Future of Energy
Created in 2001, the Economics and Energy Management program trains executives in the
Energy sector, providing a comprehensive view of this market, especially regading managerial,
strategic, economic, and reglatory aspects.
This program is a partnership between the COPPEAD Graduate School of Business and the Institute of Economics at UFRJ. Its goal is to prepare executives to work in energy sector companies by developing the skills necessary for these companies survival and competitiveness offering methodologies and techniques used in the design and implementation of energy projects.
A Legacy of Career Acceleration
- Distinguished Faculty
- Over 20 Years of shaping market leaders
- Discussions on key topics in the field
- Partnership with the Institute of Economics at UFRJ
Contents
Explore some of the courses offered in the program
- Evolution of the Oil Industry
- Evolution of the Gas Industry
- Evolution of the Electricity Industry
- Renewable Energy Sources
- Oil & Derivatives Market
- Gas Market
- Electricity Market
- Economics and Regulation
- Energy Policy
- Data Analysis
- Strategy and Innovation
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Options & Derivatives
- Managerial Cost Account
- Business Valuation
- Corporate Sustainability
- Macroeconomic Environment
- ESG (Environmetal, Social and Governance)
- Leadership
- Intrapreneurship
- Communication
- Negotiation
Structure
1. Energy transition as the axis of energy industries
2. Technical and economic fundamentals of the energy sectors
3. Overview of the energy industries
4. Public policies and business strategies
5. Management applied to the energy sector
Learning method
The methods used at COPPEAD contribute to a comprehensive professional education, in which the participant plays a central role in the learning process and is thus prepared to face their own career challenges. Executives are encouraged to share their managerial experiences while acquiring and devoloping the skills needed to deepen their expertise, with a strategic view of the key challenges in the energy Market
Coordinators
Marcelo Ferraro
Institute of Economics (UFRJ)
Teaching areas
Microeconomics and Energy Economics
Research Interests
Energy Economics, Industrial Organization, Regulation Business Strategy and Innovation
Otávio Figuereido
Coppead – UFRJ
Teaching areas
Statistics and quantitative methods
Research Interests
Econometrics, Statistics and Quantitative methods, Marketing, Sales Forecasting
Participant Profile
1Executives from the energy sector (oil, gas, electricity, renewables, biofuels)
2Economists and analysts working in energy planning and public policy
3Executives and managers from energy companies, regulatory bodies and government
agencies
4Consultants and investors who require technical and economic knowledge of the
energy Market
Testimonial
Taught by renowned professors with strong ties to the industry, the course offers a solid academic foundation for professionals looking to work with or
specialize in topics such as energy transition, sustainability, regulation, and technological innovation.
In addition, the academic environment fosters high-level networking and provides an integrated perspective that bridges theory and practice.
It is an excellent choice for those seeking to advance and stand out in their careers.”
Admission Policy
The admission process includes completing the application from and a personal interview with the program coordinator. The candidate’s managerial experience and the position held in their current company are among the factors considered in the selection process. Candidates must hold a degree from a recognized undergraduate program. The final decision regarding admission is made by a selection committee.