Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2024-2025
MGMT 745 - POLITICAL RISKS IN ENERGY
Long Title: POLITICAL RISKS IN ENERGY INVESTMENTS
Department: Management
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Intensive Learning Experience
Credit Hours: .75
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Program(s):
MBA for Professional Extended
MBA for Professionals
MBA for Professional Weekend
MBA - Executive Program
MBA
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Graduate Quadmester
Description: The course centers on understanding the sources of political risks in energy investments. After introducing the political economy of investment in oil, gas, and renewables, we analyze the structural factors that shape risk during the life cycle of a project. We examine how the institutional environments of the host jurisdictions impact risk and evaluate the strategies companies may use to manage the evolving risk dynamics (including the effects of the energy transition). The course rests on discussion of real case studies, with a particular focus on Latin America and illustrations from current events.